Mary Ellen Gillespie, loved her family
Mary Ellen Gillespie, 83, of Lincoln, passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022.
Mary Ellen was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. to the late Jenaro and Tessie Maringola. She was a seamstress with Draperies Etc. for years; leaving there she was employed by Food Lion, where she retired. Her favorite activities were going to yard sales, playing bingo, and especially spending time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Gillespie.
She is survived by her children, Leroy Gillespie (Bonnie), Barbara Marvel, R.J. Gillespie (Christina), David Gillespie (Shaina), and Theresa Davis; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Services will be private.
Online condolences may be submitted to: shortfuneralservicesandcremation.com.
