Norma Jean Gillespie
January 19, 1931-July 24, 2023
Norma Jean (Whitinger) Gillespie, 92, a lifelong resident of Anderson, passed away July 24th at home with family by her side.
She was born January 19, 1931, the daughter of Leo and Ocie Gail Evelith Whitinger. She graduated from Anderson High School and was a member of Meadowbrook Baptist Church.
She retired from Delco Remy after 38 years of service. Throughout her life, she was an avid bowler, card player and enjoyed the casinos. She loved to travel with her bowling teams and short getaways to Vegas throughout the years. She had several special friends that joined her in her travels.
Norma is survived by daughters, Rhonda Murdock (Jerry) Hodson and Lori Murdock (Vince Grimmett) Broadwater; stepdaughter, Pam (Rick) Gillespie Simpson; grandchildren, Johnna Broadwater, Loren (Kelli) Broadwater, Stephanie Murdock, Adriann Murdock Hoffner and Rhiannon Murdock Freeman; great-grandchildren, Milah (Zac Brooks) Broadwater, Harmony Key, Jozlin Broadwater, Avalee Parker, Kara Jo and Jackson Broadwater; great-great grandsons, Case Maddox and Ryker Brooks; special ex son-in-law, John Broadwater and several step grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Norman Gillespie; son, Gary Murdock; stepson, Doug Gillespie; sister, Adrine Hiday Ross and her brother, Earl Whitinger.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at Rozelle-Johnson Funeral Service with Pastor Dennis Zirkle of Meadowbrook Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow at Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Wednesday from 11 a.m. until the 1 p.m. service at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be given to the A.L.S. Association, Indiana Chapter; 6525 East 82nd Street Suite 115, Indianapolis, IN 46250.
Post online condolences at www.rozelle-johnson.com.