of Elaine, AR
December 25, 1959 - October 9, 2017
Merry Ellen Gillespie, 58, of Elaine, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2017 at her home. Mrs. Gillespie was born on December 25, 1959 in Pocahontas, Arkansas to the late Billy Eugene and L. Wanda Lee Williams Ivy. She was a homemaker and enjoyed fishing and hunting.
Mrs. Gillespie is survived by her husband of 30 years, Danny Gillespie of Elaine; two sons, Daniel Macias (Fawnda) of Trumann, Arkansas and Franklin Ivy (Cecilia) of Trumann; one daughter, Iris Ivy (Johnny) of Mellwood, Arkansas; two sisters, Laura Everett of Harrisburg, Arkansas and Samantha Hilderbran of Trumann; four brothers, Donald Ivy of Bono, Arkansas, James Ivy of Bono, Scott Ivy of Murfreesboro, Arkansas and Billy Ivy (Patricia) of Paragould; nine grandchildren Ashley Johnson, Hollie Johnson, Andrew Johnson, Devin Clairday, Bailey Clairday, Taraca Macias, Daniel Macias, Jr., Trevor Thompson and Trace Ivy; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and two nephews, Jimmy Hilderbran and George Thomas.
Visitation for Merry Ellen Gillespie will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 12, 2017 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Helena will direct (870) 572-2571.
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6 Condolence(s)
COL Randy J. Gillespie
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Our deepest condolences to Danny and the extended family on Merry's untimely passing. Although she has left these mortal coils, her lasting memory and legacy lives on in her deeds and the ones she left behind. May God Bless her and grant her peace until we all meet her again.
From Randy, Tracy, Charles, Robert, Lisa, John-Paul, and the entire Gillespie Family.
Belinda Dixon and Brenda Spray
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
We love you Merry Ellen and you will truly be missed. Fly high Angel.
Melissa ivy
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
I Â will always remember Aunt Merry as a loving and caring woman who always had a smile to help brighten your day. Aunt Merry was truly a gem and always a pleasure to be around. I will remember her for her zest for life, smile, and kindness.I will always remember Aunt Merry had a special glowing smile which was contagious with anyone she came in contact with. Aunt Merry's up beat personality will always be remembered. I have many fond memories of Aunt Merry's effervescent personality and know she will be greatly missed. To my family I love you all
Penny Ivy Mulligan
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Randy and I are sending prayers to the family. God called another angel home. Love you.
Ann Benton
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
So sorry for your loss and we love you all .... God Bless prayers for the family
JESS IVY
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
sorry for your loss