Nelson Roy Gillespie, Jr., 80 years old of Montgomery, Alabama passed away on November 2, 2018. Roy was born in White City, Alabama and graduated from Billingsley High School. He was a patriot and served in the United States Army as a Private First Class in Company D, 1st Medium Tank Battalion, 37th Armor Regiment, 4th Armor Division as a Tanker at McKee Barracks, Germany. He often spoke of serving in Germany and the lifelong friends he made along the way. He loved the Lord and he appreciated the many blessings he was given. Mr. Gillespie is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Virginia Brigance Gillespie; his daughters, Brigitte Diann Reid (Glenn) and their children, Zach, Virginia, and Olivia; Ronda Gail Wilson and her children, Brittany and Christopher Paul; and Regina Carol McMillan and her children, Mays and Anna. Roy was a leader, not only to his family but also to his friends. He loved to talk and share his life experiences with others with the hope that his words would be encouraging and helpful. He would not hesitate to give advice and wanted everyone to be successful. He loved his family and friends dearly and always kept in touch. Virginia was the love of his life. His daughters were the light of his life, and his grandchildren were his greatest joy. Roy took great pride in teaching his children and grandchildren gun safety and hunting techniques. He encouraged all his family to love God’s beautiful outdoors. When Roy was not playing, he was working hard to provide for his family in a job that he loved. He delighted in solving problems. He worked for Alabama Roofing for 7 years until he opened his own company, States Roofing and Metal Co, in 1966. Roy enjoyed 43 years of completing large roofing projects across the country. He set high goals and he was determined to achieve more than anyone could have thought possible. Mr. Gillespie was a member of Frazer United Methodist Church. The family will be receiving friends on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm at Frazer UMC. A Celebration of Life Service will begin at 2:00 pm in the Sanctuary of Frazer UMC. Burial will immediately follow at Alabama Heritage Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted, or donations may be made in memory of Mr. Gillespie to the Alzheimer’s Research Foundation to honor his loving wife.
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