Posts to the tribute of Patrick K. Gillespie

Joe Lanzafame planted 3 trees in memory of Patrick Gillespie
Sunday, January 12, 2025
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I am so very sorry for your loss. May his spirit live on in this living memory of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Vince Palermo posted a condolence
Monday, January 5, 2026
He was my Best Friend. Vince Palermo.
Gail Valente posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Nancy and family - sending heartfelt condolences and so much love at this very difficult time. Holding you in my thoughts. Gail Valente
Liana Eisenman-Wolford posted a condolence
Monday, January 20, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Gillespie's passing. I used to be in folk group with him at St. James and he helped me get the Christmas pageant going when I was in middle school. He had a great sense of humor and valued every person he met. My condolences to all who miss him.
Bob Carroll posted a condolence
Sunday, January 19, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Patrick’s passing. He was a very special person. I could always count on him when we worked together in my video business. I considered him a good friend. My condolences to Nancy and family.
Dick Weldgen, CNLP posted a condolence
Sunday, January 19, 2025
My sincerest sympathy to the Gillespie family. For several years I had coffee with Patrick at Dunkin Donuts. Covid broke the group up, but we would get together between his bus runs. I always enjoyed talking to him about families and the world. He will be greatly missed
Bonnie Faber posted a condolence
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Patrick attended the the National Pastoral Musician Guitar School (GS) for many years. What I remember about him was his love of music, especially guitar music of course, and his curiosity and care for the sung prayer of the church. He cared about leadership skills for leading congregational singing. That is where I met him, at GS. He quickly became the go-to guy there, volunteering his skills as a singer, instrumentalist, Eucharistic Minister, lector (he had a good speaking voice) and even Presiding at Morning or Evening Prayer. His collaborative skills were beyond compare. And of course his smile, easiness, kindness and humor were noticed by all. He always spoke of his love for his family. Your beautiful tribute to him here is evidence of that. Thank you for posting this beautiful tribute. I am truly sorry for your great loss. May he be singing and playing with the angels and saints and resting in the arms of God.
Rob Park lit a candle
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
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Pat was an excellent musician and even better human being. I am truly blessed to have known him, and I will cherish our time together making beautiful music at Lourdes.
Anonymous purchased flowers
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
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With love,Michael LOFTUS family
Claudia Burcke lit a candle
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
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Dear Kurt and Sunni, and everyone who loved Mr. Patrick, Our sincerest condolences for your loss. He sounded like an amazing man, and I'm so sorry that I never had a chance to meet him. Sending warm energy and healing light to you all. May his memory be a blessing. Claudia & Matt Burcke
Tommy Garren lit a candle
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
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To the Gillespie family, my deepest condolences. I worked with Patrick for 12 years at the Webster bus garage. He was an absolute pleasure to see each and every day . Always greeted you with a smile and a positive attitude. I loved his humble spirit and willingness to always step up when our department was in a jam. We've enjoyed his guitar playing on several occasions over the years as he brought joy to everyone around him. He will be missed by us all. Tommy Garren
piera inglese posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Dear Kurt, Sunni and family, I am so deeply saddened by the loss of your loved one. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and in my thoughts and will pray for strength and peace for each of you. Sunni if there is anything that I can do for you please reach out. Sincerely, Piera Inglese
Mary Bayer posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
I am a school crossing guard at the 12 Corners in Brighton. Everyday at approximately 3:10pm, Patrick and his big yellow bus #158 would drive by my post. Patrick always had a big smile and an energetic wave to me. The last time I saw him was on Friday, Jan 10th at 3:10pm. I was shocked when I heard the news that he had unexpectedly passed away. My prayers go out to the entire Gillespie family as you greive the loss of your husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. With warm regards, Crossing Guard at the 12 Corners in Brighton
Norah Bayer posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Patrick was a shining light at Our Lady of Lourdes. For many years and countless liturgies, Patrick, lifted us up with his joy filled love of God, and his remarkable talent. We will always remember him with guitar in hands and a smile to warm our hearts. Thank you Nancy for sharing him with us. Norah Bayer
Anonymous purchased flowers
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
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Dear Nancy and family I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you during this time. Our deepest condolences Dan and Dori Demko
Margaret Beck posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
I have a lot of good memories from growing up with my brother Patrick. In particular, turning my brother Ron's 45 records into Frisbees and shooting them from across the stairs to each others bedrooms. We will miss him.
Debbie posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
I know Patrick for attending what we call guitar school during the summer. It is a gather of liturgical guitarists and ministers of music from around the United States. Patrick loved playing his guitar and sharing his music ministry. He would also like to jam at night by playing the Beatles with all the rest of us. In getting to know him over the years, he always talked about his family. He was very proud of his family. Patrick is a very loving and compassionate person. He always had a smile and he was always ready to help. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time. God Bless! Debbie Bernhagen in South Carolina
Gordon Stiefel posted a condolence
Monday, January 13, 2025
So sorry to hear this sad news of Patrick’s passing. The IRCS class of 72 has lost another Warrior but he will remembered well and missed by all. He brought a lot of joy into our world. Condolences to all his family and may God comfort them.
Your brother and sisters purchased flowers
Monday, January 13, 2025
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Pat ick, youll be missed dearly by your family
The Palmers purchased flowers
Monday, January 13, 2025
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Our deepest Condolences to Pats Family and the entire Gillespie family
The Palmers planted a tree in memory of Patrick Gillespie
Monday, January 13, 2025
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Our deepest Condolences to Pats Family and the entire Gillespie family
Dale Walts posted a condolence
Monday, January 13, 2025
So sorry to learn of your passing Pat, it’s never easy losing a friend or family member. I’m so glad you were able to join the ‘Walts family and Friends reunion Party” last Summer’ we really enjoyed your company. Rest in peace Pat, Heaven has a Hell of a Band!
Robin Brand posted a condolence
Monday, January 13, 2025
My sincerest condolences to all of Pat’s family. He will be dearly missed by everyone who knew him. I went to high school with Pat, but got to know him better from attending high school reunions. We enjoyed his smile, his kindness, and his fun personality very much. Rest easy, Dear Patrick.
Dixie Carpenter posted a condolence
Monday, January 13, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. I got to see Pat at our 50th class reunion and it was so good to have had a chance to talk with him after all these years. He will truly be missed by our class and alot of people.
Ryan and Emily Ingalls planted a tree in memory of Patrick Gillespie
Monday, January 13, 2025
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Papenmeyer/Gomez/Alvarez purchased flowers
Monday, January 13, 2025
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Our sincere condolences.Your NY FamilyJoe Papenmeyer, Lisa Gomez, Patricia Alvarez
Carol Gillespie posted a condolence
Monday, January 13, 2025
Things I will remember most about my brother Pat. Playing Spud in the formal living room with the fancy pillows (definitely not allowed). Playing BO Spies. Bean pile on Carol, or whoever might be around. He recorded a conversation between sisters and aired it over the radio waves. Making us laugh at the dinner table, again, not allowed. Pat was full of fun, laughter, games, and, yes, scheming all the time. I, of course, knew him as an adult, but these are the memories that come rushing back. I will miss you, dear brother.
Tammi Sharpe posted a condolence
Monday, January 13, 2025
Patrick’s smile says it all! I will cherish the time, Joan, that we all spent together talking and laughing. Those many hours are priceless. My condolences for you and your family’s loss and may Patrick rest peacefully.
Vince Palermo posted a condolence
Monday, January 13, 2025
I am very very sad. I lost my very best friend.
Karen Dimitry Popp posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, January 13, 2025
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Patrick we will celebrate a life so beautifully lived. Your memory lives on in gentle spirit with the earth.
The family of Patrick K. Gillespie uploaded a photo
Sunday, January 12, 2025
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Adam VanGee posted a condolence
Sunday, January 12, 2025
So sorry for your families loss. I have worked with Patrick for the past several years and have had many great conversations with him He was always positive and friendly to everyone. He will be missed by myself and to all that knew him.
Anonymous purchased flowers
Sunday, January 12, 2025
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We will always remember Jajee Patrick with love.
Liz posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, January 12, 2025
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Uncle Pat was the sweetest most dearest soul I have ever met. I’m surely going to miss him. -Liz Vazquez ( Zuzu’s mom)
Gina hilliard posted a condolence
Sunday, January 12, 2025
I am completely saddened by this news. What a wonderful man are we smiling in the hallway always saying hello to me asking me about my brother always in a good mood 15 years. I’ve never seen this man in a bad mood. A lust for life loved his grandchildren so much. It will be very strange not to see him walking with a guitar, his distinctively, strut and hair kind of waving in the wind a bit rest well Patrick yesterday I held the book in my hand that you once gave me during a hard time, I will never forget you. It was an honor to work with you and know you may you be sitting right next to Jesus you will be missed.
Jane Laskey posted a condolence
Sunday, January 12, 2025
Sunni, I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I hear from my husband what a wonderful sense of humor he had and how amazing it was that he got his dream cars. Jane Laskey.
Kathy Palmisano posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, January 12, 2025
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So very sorry for Patrick's family and his work family and friends as well. To know Patrick was to love Patrick, such a good, kind family man. I was blessed to work and learn from him many years. Always a smile, he will be missed.