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The Rev. T.C. Gillespie, 93

August 10, 2023

The Rev. T.C. Gillespie, 93, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully and with family on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Born in Dillon, SC, he was the son of the late Thomas and Mary Gillespie. He was married over 69 years to his beloved wife Marguerite, prior to her passing in 2020.

T.C. began his pastoral career in 1980 and oversaw the Lancaster Deliverance Center for over 25 years. He also worked at Armstrong in the production field. T.C. also served his country honorably in the Army from 1953-1956. All that know him, know that T.C. was a man of God and cherished his family. He enjoyed cooking, spending time with his wife, and being surrounded by his family. He was devoted to his faith and loved ministering to the youth.

T.C. is survived by 5 sons: Charles Gillespie (Karen Abernathy-Gillespie), James Gillespie, Michael Gillespie, Benjamin Gillespie (Victoria), and Timothy Gillespie (Kendra); 3 daughters: Betty Miller (Carl dec.), Gloria Person (Jonathan), and Augeinee Bowman-Gillespie (Andrew); 42 grandchildren, and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family. He was preceded in death by his son, Thomas Gillespie, and siblings Julius, Lucille, Fletcher, Myra, Earline, Wilhelmina, Thomas, Kathleen, Nedra, Mary Agnes, and Landrus.

Guests are invited to the funeral on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at 11 AM at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. The family will receive people beginning at 9 AM. Interment will immediately follow at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery.

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August 26, 2023

My dear Uncle TC. I will never forget your accent when we talked. I remember when you would pick me and Dany up for church on Sundays. When we would get to a red light, you’d say “green light!” and the light would change. We thought the Lord gave you the knowledge to know that the light was changing. I will miss your smile and how much you loved Aunt Marguerite. You taught me and Dany so much, most importantly how to treat people and how to be treated. Say hello to Mary Brown for me. Until we meet again…
Shaline
 

August 17, 2023

Thank You Mr. G. 4 everything.  Im already missing You. Say Hello 2 you know who 🤣but u gotta say it in Gechie!Lol you taught me about down south Gechie Talk Lol I’ll never 4get u in my story. “Well Done my Good and Faithful Servant” Niesy
Shanisse Jordan

August 17, 2023

Words cannot express just how great of a man, husband, father, grandfather and pastor Rev. T.C. Gillespie was. His walk with God spoke volume and he practiced what he preached.  His love for God and man was sure from heaven. I’m proud and honored to have known such an angel. I will never forget the times in church I  played the drums while you played the guitar. Cherished memories. To the family, you have my condolences and prayers. Thank you for sharing this great man of God with us❤
Matrice Woodall

August 17, 2023

  We the Hinton Family send our condolence to the Gillespie family, our prayers are with you all. God Bless 
Hinton

August 17, 2023

  We the Hinton Family send our condolence to the Gillespie family, our prayers are with you all. God Bless 

August 17, 2023

To the Gillespie family,May god give you all the strength and comfort you need doing this difficult time. God Bless.
Lou Morant and family

August 17, 2023

To the Gillespie family,May god give you all the strength and comfort you need doing this difficult time. God Bless.Morant Family L

August 16, 2023

My  CONDOLENCES to the whole family. Anyone looking for a blueprint on what a man of God looks like please look at TC Gillespie’s life.
You will be missed❤️❤️❤️❤️
LISA GILLESPIE

August 16, 2023

To the dear family of Rev. T.C. Gillespie,  Our lanaguage doesn’t have the volcabulary to express how I feel about Rev. T.C. Gillespie. There was only one and there willl never be another.  Authentic and unique, from his walk, his talk, to his preaching and his praise! A giant among men! As a Pastor he taught us well, leading and loving by example. I will treasure every moment and thank God for the privilege of being under his tutolege. (Some of the best years of my life!) Thank you dear family for sharing your father with us! He was a great spiritual father to us and if he was even half that as a natural father as I am sure he was, you were amongst all people blessed!  May God comfort you all during this time of great loss, yet great celebration of a life well lived! Love and prayers, Evangelist Charlotte Toney Robertson  

August 16, 2023

Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to the Gilllespie family Elder T.C. Gillespie was a friend of my dad. Now I know he won’t be singing alone 🙏🏾
Stevie Dodd & family

August 15, 2023

Prayers of loving comfort and peace to the family! The Lord is sovereign over all things. It is Him who determines our end from our beginning, and sets the span of our days….and He is the one who comforts us through any tough moment. He has promised that ransomed people would return to Him singing with everlasting joy and gladness! He has promised that one day, sorrow would pass away. Through Christ, we have a real and true hope….that day will come! One day, all things will be renewed and we will be so glad to be in His presence forevermore. Until then, there is a time to grieve, have sorrow, and cry. Today is such a time as this, but as you mourn, please know that our Lord will reveal Himself as your comforter. So, Father God, I pray that as the family and friends cry out to you, fulfill the promise of comfort and peace…..be present, and bring your hope! In Jesus mighty name. Amen!
Bill Boyer and family

August 15, 2023

Mr. Gillespie was always positive and supportive of me when I was growing up. He was a example of what a Husband and Father should be. We would talk sometimes he always gave good advice. I had the opportunity of meeting him because of my Friendship with his sons. Earl Michael and Benjamin. My Condolences to the Family, Rev, Gillespie will be greatly missed.
William Wilson

August 15, 2023

Sending my sincere prayers and Condolences I remember you as a child and learned a lot from you sending my hugs to You All Rest Peaceful in Heaven 
Barbara Dupree

August 14, 2023

REST IN PEACE UNCLE T.C JOB WELL DONE YOULL BE TRULY MISSED FROM EARTH BUT PRESENT WITH THE LORD, MAY ALL THE UNCONDITONAL MEMORIES AND LOVE YOU LEFT BEHIND, AND ALL THOSE COUNTLESS MOMENT YOU HAD PRAYER WITH THOSE ON THE PHONE WITH YOU BEFORE YOUR PASSING. THINGS ARENT GOING TO BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU, BUT HOPEFULLY FAMILY TRY TO PULL TIGHTER THAN BEFORE THAN EVER, THE MISSING CHAIN HAS BEEN BROKEN AND WE ARE HURTING. CONTINUE TO REST UNK CAUSE YOU NEED IT THE MOST- REST EASY YOULL ALWAYS BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND HEART. WHEN YOU GET TO HEAVEN CELEBRATE YOU MADE IT, TEL EVERYONE WE SAID HELLO DOWN HERE AND HOPEFULLY WE MAKE IN THOSE 12 GATES OF HEAVEN WHEN THAT TIME ARRIVES AND BE REUNITED AND NOT DIVIDED!
BOE!!

August 13, 2023

My Condolences 
Rest In Peace Uncle T.C. You Truly Will Be Missed I Will Hold You In My Heart Forever 
Death Is A Transition From This Life To Another Existence  Where There Is No More Pain Along The Road Of Suffering My Deepest Condolences To The Families I Send Love Prayer & Blessings God Don’t Put On Us More Than We Can Bear 
I’m Going Home To Be With My Lord 
Mother’s there expecting me
Father’s waiting, too
Lots of folk gathered there
All the friends I knew
I’m going home
Nothing’s lost, all’s gain
No more fret no more pain
No more stumbling on the way
No more longing for the day
Going to roam no more
I’m Going Through the open door I’m At Peace
Maggie Gillespie

August 13, 2023

So sorry for your loss.Our condolences to the family with prayers and comfort.
Lillie morant

August 13, 2023

Blessings to the Family Daughters and Sons we are sending our Love and Prayers at this time wow definitely received a Mighty soldier and he we be up in Heaven playing up something with great music and Singing I remember the days we Church till time got better and Heaven felt in the Temple I Pray Strength to You’ll and do let you know I Love you and will miss him a very Powerful Pastor Preach everywhere and Everyone knew him we would do many Services on Sunday and he would take that finger and tip out Blessings to your 4 ever 
 
🙏🙏❤️💙
 
Rest in Jesus Arm🌈🌟
Evanglist/Prophetess Shonda Young-Holman

August 13, 2023

Elder Gillespie was a beautiful person inside and out. I never meant anyone like him so loving and kind never had a bad thing to say about anyone.He was a holy man of GOD, always had an encouraging word for everyone. I will always remember how he always let me know that everything would be alright as long as you trust GOD.. His life that he lived had an impact on others. He will surely be missed. My condolences and prayers..♥️♥️♥️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽R.I.P 
Betty Turner

August 13, 2023

I worked with TC at Andy’s Catering for many years.  No one worked harder than TC. He always had a smile on his face and a good word to share. He loved his family fiercely.  So sorry to hear of his passing , but I know for sure he is with the good Lord this day. God bless. 
Wendy Kingsford

August 13, 2023

I worked at Andy’s Catering Service with T.C. In the 70’s. He was the kindest & sweetest man with a wonderful sense of humor. I feel blessed to have had him in my life so long ago. Sending prayers & love to his family & friends.   Love, Karen “James” Souders♥️

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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