Book of Memories for John Lodge Gillespie

Condolence From Hall's of Boothbay

Sat, 14 Mar 2015 09:21:49 EDT

Nearing the first anniversary of John's passing, we want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We hope that the memories of the past give you encouragement for the future as you walk each day with your loved one in your heart. It is our privilege and honor to serve your family. Hall’s of Boothbay

Condolence From Keith Mayer Weld

Tue, 02 Sep 2014 13:42:19 EDT

Dear Sandy - I was so very sad to hear of John's passing. I got right into the car and drove down Walworth Ave. and waved as I passed by your old house. As a very young female joining Needham & Grohmann he was so supportive….and such a positive, fun man. I have many fond memories of him - and of you - at your New Years day parties. My children, and now theirs, still cherish the baby books you gifted to Amory. I think of you both every time we read them. Please know that you, Laura and Lodge are in my thoughts. Keith Weld

Condolence From barbara and bob levine

Tue, 22 Apr 2014 08:42:31 EDT

Dear Sandy, We were so distressed to hear of John's death. He was at the heart of all Dartmouth activities for all of our college get-togethers. We fondly remember all those times over the years from when we were young and as we all aged together. Our fond thoughts are with you. Both of you were favorites, and we hope you will continue to join us as time goes forward. Barb and Bob Levine

Memorial Candle lit by Jeff Teel

Mon, 14 Apr 2014 18:16:27 EDT

Jeff Teel

Condolence From David W, Marks & Kids

Wed, 02 Apr 2014 17:08:54 EDT

Hi John- This proves for certain that not only the good die young. A generous life so well lived with warmth and humor leaves in its wake thousands who have benefited from your presence and we are fortunate to number among them. With Sandy that same rare spark has been passed along to your kids and grandkids- a most wonderful legacy. Passing peacefully in your sleep- tremendous!

Condolence From lauren shuster

Tue, 01 Apr 2014 09:35:06 EDT

So sorry to hear of John's passing, and offering my deepest sympathies to your family and loved ones.

Condolence From Phil Miller

Tue, 01 Apr 2014 08:28:29 EDT

What a lovely, gentle, man. I was lucky enough to get to know John in the 1990s when I was the Cornell Hotel School's Dir. Alumni Affairs, and not only did we bond over our mutual Hotel School connection, but also over our somewhat similar roles at 2 Ivy League schools. He reminded me very much of my own father, who I lost this past fall. Kind, smart, polite, funny with a lot to share if you asked him. My sympathies go out to the rest of the family- you've lost a wonderful guy.

Condolence From Jane Mathison

Mon, 31 Mar 2014 17:11:26 EDT

Dear Sandy, I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. I loved his wonderful obituary and was happy to see he made it through another St. Patrick's Day. I always remember our celebrations on March 17 with the wonderful food, drink and fun that went along with the Gillespie clan. May John's memory be a blessing to you and all the family. His was a life well lived. With great affection, Jane

Condolence From Bill and Jane White

Sat, 29 Mar 2014 11:33:45 EDT

Dear Sandy: You have been much in our thoughts since the regrettable and untimely departure of John, and we hope with the passage of time the many rewarding and pleasant memories you and your family have will help to bring you some measure of comfort and sustain you all in the months and years ahead. On occasions like this, I often go back and read 'Reflections' and 'More Reflections' which is helpful in recalling the many wonderful times we had with you and John over the years - they were special and the very best of times. John was a class stalwart who, as I said in 'More Reflections', wrote the manual on how to organize college reunions and mini-reunions - no one ever did a better job, and thankfully he always had his Sandy at his side. John will be missed, but certainly not forgotten. We hope at some point in time we may again cross paths with you, but in the meantime, we send our warmest regards and best wishes to you and your family as you all continue your journeys. Fondly, Jane and Bill

Memorial Candle lit by Barbara Marr

Fri, 28 Mar 2014 22:24:54 EDT

Barbara Marr

Condolence From Jim & Wendy Tonkovich

Tue, 25 Mar 2014 21:22:12 EDT

Wendy & I were saddened to read the news of John's passing, and our thoughts are with you, Sandy, as well as Laura & John. What great memories we carry - first of working with John out of the alumni office, then as near roommates in Blunt. Many the day when I crossed over to his office and sat while listening to him spin tales and join me in bemoaning the disappearance of the classic Dartmouth family members we both worked with. A most wonderful gentleman whom we were proud to call a friend & colleague.

Condolence From Heidi Anderson

Tue, 25 Mar 2014 16:40:24 EDT

I did not know John. And, although I never met him, he had a huge impact on my life. You see, John was once the Director of the Parents and Grandparents Fund at Dartmouth College and I simply inherited his former job. I am the current director. He left a lasting legacy not only at Dartmouth, but in the fundraising world as well. People still talk about him. Even last week at the Northeast Annual Giving Conference at Pace University in New York, people asked about him. They remembered him fondly. They smiled when they mentioned his name. He was obviously a legend. I wish to send my condolences to his family, friends and co-workers. He will be missed.

Condolence From Leisha MacDougall

Tue, 25 Mar 2014 12:58:40 EDT

Sandy, Laura and family, My sincere condolences on the loss of John. He was a special person and I will miss seeing him in our shop. I know he loved this area as much as he loved Dartmouth. Thinking of you all and remembering John with a smile.

Condolence From Nels Armstrong

Tue, 25 Mar 2014 08:57:21 EDT

What you shared with the world continues to warm the hearts of many, and we thank you ever so very much for it. Rest in peace, good friend!

Memorial Candle lit by Lodge Gillespie

Tue, 25 Mar 2014 08:53:53 EDT

Lodge Gillespie

Condolence From Jeff Good, Laura Dintino

Tue, 25 Mar 2014 07:10:59 EDT

We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. Clearly, he lit up the world with his generous spirit — and we hope you find comfort in the fact that you will carry that spark forward. With deepest sympathy, Jeff Good, Laura Dintino, Amelia and Alex

Condolence From David K. Martin

Tue, 25 Mar 2014 00:56:11 EDT

Dear Sandy, News of John's death came as a shock to me. I had not seen him in a couple of years, as I was confronting my own health issues that in cluded two strokes. While I did not know John well when we were undergraduates in Hanover, in our alumni years we became quite good friends and fellow class executive committee members. At the same time that John was class secretary, I was the newsletter editor. My thoughts go out to you and your family. He certainly will be missed. I was looking forward to seeing both of you at reunion in June. He will be much on our minds, as John did so much for our Class. Crista joins me in sending you our love and best wishes. Sincerely, Dave Martin '54

Condolence From Andy & Nathalie Thomas

Mon, 24 Mar 2014 17:45:51 EDT

Sandy, Our hearts go out to you. He was a Dartmouth icon and influenced me to become active in my Class, which I did. Love from Andy & Nathalie

Memorial Candle lit by Herb Hillman'D54

Sun, 23 Mar 2014 08:18:33 EDT

Herb Hillman'D54

Memorial Candle lit by Michelle LaFond '83

Sat, 22 Mar 2014 13:16:58 EDT

Michelle LaFond '83

Memorial Candle lit by Kathy Coster

Fri, 21 Mar 2014 22:52:11 EDT

Kathy Coster

Condolence From Skip Weymouth

Fri, 21 Mar 2014 20:47:26 EDT

Sandy: John was always larger than life both when we were freshmen in Russell Sage and all the way through. Sorry we didn't see more of him and you. We send our love to you in this difficult time. Carol & Skip

Condolence From Wayne Weil, Sr.

Fri, 21 Mar 2014 18:35:10 EDT

Dear Samdy and family. Both Shelia and I wish to offer our condolences to you and the family. John was the reason I became reconnected with our class. He called me so many times to attend our 25th reunion. That was the fist of manyy regular andmini reunions. He was the jovial face of our class at all events. We will miss him always.

Memorial Candle lit by Sandy

Fri, 21 Mar 2014 17:43:48 EDT

Sandy

Memorial Candle lit by Laura Langdon Gillespie

Fri, 21 Mar 2014 17:41:56 EDT

Laura Langdon Gillespie

Memorial Candle lit by Andrea & Harvey Rohde

Fri, 21 Mar 2014 16:39:12 EDT

Andrea & Harvey Rohde

Condolence From Liz Hall

Fri, 21 Mar 2014 13:39:32 EDT

Dear Sandy, Lodge and Laura, John was a delightful, elegant and charming man who I feel privleged to have known. My heart goes out to you all. We will miss seeing him at Halloween but we will think of him all the same! Fondly, Liz, Mike and Emma

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Fri, 21 Mar 2014 13:11:45 EDT

Glamour days

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Fri, 21 Mar 2014 13:11:45 EDT

Air Force

Condolence From Sandy, Laura & Lodge

Fri, 21 Mar 2014 12:41:29 EDT

Dear JLG, There have been tears and a lot of laughs over the last two days as we think about you. Hope that you enjoy the goodies we sent you off with. Boothbay Harbor is TOO quiet without you. We love you dearly. xoxox

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Fri, 21 Mar 2014 12:37:23 EDT