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Submitted: 11/7/17 • Approved: 11/7/17 • Last Updated: 11/10/17 • R1201207-G0-S3
1928 - 2014
Jessie D. Gilchrist, age 86 and longtime resident of Clarendon died September 16, 2014 at his home. A son of Jessie J. Gilchrist and Dovie Balentine Gilchrist, he was born August 8, 1928 in Florence, Alabama.
Jessie was known for his expertise in the tree trimming business. He was married to Ernestine Parks Gilhrest, who passed away in 1994. His hobbies included gardening, playing pool and spending time with the grandchildren.
Preceded in death:
Parents: Jessie & Dovie Gilchrist
Wife: Ernestine Parks
Brothers; JImmy, Loyd, Ray & Ross Gilchrist
Sisters: Mildred Gilchrist, Jean Buchannon
Survived by:
Sons: Bubba Gilchrist of Forrest City
Randy Gilchrist of Wynne
Daughter: Kay Gilchrist (Rodney Davenport) of Monroe
8 grandchildren - 17 great-grandchildren
Special friend: Rena Hull of Lula, Mississippi
Visitation: 11:00 - 1:00PM Friday September 19
Bob Neal & Son Funeral Home - Clarendon
Services: 1:00 PM Friday September 19
Bob Neal & Sons Funeral Home - Clarendon
Interment: Memorial Park in Marianna
Spouse:
Ernestine Little Parks Gilchrist (1923 - 1994)
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Contributed on 11/7/17 by hawkinsdonna48
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