Gaylen Gillespie Allen

February 18, 1957 ~ September 23, 2020
Born in:
Asheville, North Carolina
Resided in:
Leicester, NC
Gaylen Marie Gillespie Allen, 63, passed away Wednesday, September 23, 2020, at her home.
Gaylen was born February 18, 1957, in Asheville to the late Reva Hawkins Gillespie and the Rev. Bill Gillespie. She was retired from the Buncombe County Tax Department and she was a faithful servant and member of Turkey Creek Baptist Church.
She is survived by her brothers, Charles Gillespie and his wife Brenda, Harold Gillespie and his wife Jackie, and Jonathan Gillespie; niece, Jordan McAninch; nephews, Justin Gillespie, Brian Gillespie and Casey McAninch; great-niece, Emory Gillespie and great-nephews, Caleb Gillespie and Cole Gillespie.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday at Turkey Creek Baptist Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The Revs. Mark Caldwell, Ricky Townsend and Gordon Ball will officiate.
Following the committal service Sunday afternoon, the family will be available at the church to speak with friends.
Friends may pay their respects from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Saturday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue. Although the family will not be present during those hours, a slide show will be presented continuously, Gaylen will lie in repose and there will a receptacle where friends may leave notes and memories for the family as well as sign a register.
Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing will be required both at the funeral home and in the church building.
Flowers will be accepted or you are encouraged to make donations to the Turkey Creek Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 2206 Bear Creek Road, Leicester, NC 28748.
Services
Funeral Service: September 27, 2020 2:00 pm
Turkey Creek Baptist Church
Bear Creek Road
Leicester, NC 28748
828-252-3535
For those who wish to pay their respects: September 26, 2020 4:00 pm - July 15, 2025 8:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
I am so sad about Gaylen’s passing. She has been such a precious, beautiful person her whole life, and I loved her, as well as you three boys, so very much. I know Bill and Reva are rejoicing to have her home with them. God Bless You All – I know you loved her dearly. COVID may have prevented us from going out to eat one last time, but we will be together again.
One thing I know is she is out of pain, she fought the longest battle she gave it every thing she had, please accept my condolences at this very sad time….
buncombe county tax dept
Tim & Sheila Jarvis
We are so sorry to hear of Gaylen’s passing. I have so many fun and wonderful memories of her from when I visited. She will be missed dearly.
Sending love to you all,
Chrystal, Chris, Ava, Emily and Owen Starke
So sorry to hear of the passing of a very sweet lady. Known her for a long time especially her playing the piano for her Dad at a lot of services we attended . May “The God of ALL Comfort” be close to each one of you now and in the days to come. Our thoughts and prayers and love to all of you.
Jimmie and Shirley Fender
God Bless!
Always appreciated Gaylen’s bright smile! May our Lord Jesus, the greatest Comforter, provide every need to Gaylen’s loved ones during this sad time.
I went to Erwin with her such a sweet and beautiful person. Prayers for the family and close friends
So sorry your families loss. Prayers for your families.
To each of the wonderful family members of a sweet sweet woman we want to say that we are thinking of you an praying for you during this time. Now at peace an no more sickness we know she is able to make heaven shine a little brighter with her beautiful smile. May each of hold your memories close at heart. Much love Ricky an Anne Freeman
Shannon, Lora, and Andrew Morgan
Adrian and Pressley Edwards
Charles, Harold, Jonathan and families, Larry and I were so very sorry to hear about Gaylen. She always had a smile on her face. Such a sweet person! We have always considered your family very dear friends. She will be truly missed here on earth but Heaven has gained another Angel.! Our love and prayers are with each of you.
I am so sorry for your loss. Gaylen was a special lady. We are better people for having known her.
Gaylen introduced me to carrot cake and red velvet cake – I had never tasted them before working with her. She always had a smile. I will be praying for the family who will miss her.
She will be remembered and missed by so many.
I just wanted to say that it was a pleasure and a delight working with Gaylen. she will surely be missed. sending prayers to the family
Dear Gaylen’s family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. We were so sorry to hear about Gaylen’s passing. Cherish your memories. Know that she is now at peace and with no more pain and discomfort. She is having a wonderful homecoming with family and friends waiting for her in Heaven. Again our condolences to all of you.
Earl, Shirley, & Marty Clark
Ricky, Missie & Colin Clark
Debbie Parham
It was a blessing to know Gaylen. She seemed to always be busy helping others and serving. Praying for the entire Gillespie family, that God will comfort your hearts during this time!
Charles & Family. Our sincere condolences to all the family during this difficult and sad time.
Charles, Harold and Jonathan, I am so sorry about the death of your precious sister Gaylan. She was a beautiful lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Love and prayers, David and Shelia Warren
Sorry for your loss.
Charles and family, please accept our deepest condolences. The Cook Family, Valda, Tom, Libby and Charles
You all are in our prayers. Billy, Ranee and Jill Reynolds
My deepest sympathy to all the family. Gaylen was a fine person who always had a kind word for everyone. She will be missed by all who knew her.
We are so sorry for your loss. Gaylen was a good friend and a wonderful person. She is missed. With Love Charles and Katonya
Charles and family, I am sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
May God’s love help you during this time of sorrow.
So sorry for your loss. She was a precious person and always had a smile. May God comfort you during this time. Your family is in our prayers.
Danny and Penny
To all Gaylen’s family I am so sorry for your loss. I went to St. Genevieve of the Pines School for Secretaries with her where she graduated top of our class! She was a kind, hard working and fun person and I know she will be missed by many. With kindest regards, Janet Carter Pamfilis
To the entire Gillespie family, please know how sorry I am for your loss here on earth of your beautiful Gaylen. What time I knew her she was a lovely Christian lady! I know in my heart she’s well and whole and enjoying fellowship with our Lord Jesus in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.