Gary Dean Gillespie, Born October 7 ^th , 1949, went with the Angels on Labor Day, September 7 ^th , 2020, 1 month short of his 71 ^st birthday.  Born and raised in Chokio, Minnesota, the 7 ^th son of Don and Mable Gillespie, Gary joined the US Air Force in 1968, serving around the world for 24 years before landing in Sahuarita, Arizona where he called home for the last 29 years.

Gary was a loving husband and father who enjoyed traveling and spending his free time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.   Before his disability took total control, Gary could often be found fishing with family and friends which he thoroughly enjoyed to help pass his time.

Gary left behind his Wife of 44 years, Lynn Gillespie, his children, Cheryl (Joe) Harodecki, Stacey (Glenn) Sprague, and Cory (Jessica) Gillespie, 7 Grandchildren, 4 Great Grandchildren, 5 siblings and a multitude of nieces, nephews, and cousins. He joins his Parents and 3 brothers with Our Lord.

In Lieu of flowers or gifts, Gary asked for any donations to be sent so we can distribute to the charity of his choosing which is unable to accept online donations at this time.  Donations can be sent to PO Box 518, Sahuarita, Az. 85629