Edward A. "Ed" Gillhespy's Obituary
Mr. Edward A. “Ed” Gillhespy, age 62, passed away after a struggle with cancer. He was born August 15, 1941 in Muskegon to Leon and Mildred (Phillips) Gillhespy, Sr. and had been a life resident. Mr. Gillhespy was a graduate of Muskegon Heights High School. He worked as a Licensed Insurance Adjuster for Burns & Bowne Insurance Adjusting for 30 years, and was a member of the Michigan Adjusters Association. Mr. Gillhespy also spent many summer weekends enjoying the family’s cabin in northern Michigan. On December 9, 1963, he married the former Mary Ferencsik in Muskegon and she survives him along with 2 daughters, Lisa (Matt) Mead of Grand Rapids, Linda (Dan) Cady of Muskegon; special granddaughter, Ashleigh; 2 brothers, Leon (Maxene) Gillhespy, Jr. of Newaygo, William (Maria) Gillhespy of Muskegon; sister, Mary Ann Johnson of Muskegon; many nieces, nephews, and close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Robert Gillhespy of Newaygo; and brother-in-law, Roy Johnson. A MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held 11:00 AM Monday at
Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc.
737 Apple Ave.
(231) 726-5210
with Rev. Robert J. Conradt officiating. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Diabetes Association, the American Cancer Society, or Hospice of Muskegon/Oceana. Share memories with the family at their “On-line Guest Book” at www.sytsemafh.com.
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