Rebecca Lynn Gillespie passed away September 1, 2024 after a long and courageous battle with blood cancer.
Rebecca was born the second oldest of five children to James and Betty Gillespie in Helena, Montana on October 27, 1957.
Rebecca grew up and lived until she died in the family home on the west side of Helena with her mother Betty. The home was built by her father James Gillespie and his brother-in-law Ted Hoffer.
Rebecca graduated from Capital High School in 1976. Her class was the second graduating class from Capital High School
Rebecca’s working career consisted of restaurant and hotel work. Her first job was doing dishes at the 4B’s restaurant. She worked there until it closed in 1994. After 4B’s she did dishes at County Harvest restaurant until it closed in 2004. The County Harvest crew was like a family and she enjoyed working there most of all. After the closure of County Harvest, she worked in a few other kitchens until finding employment with her mother at the Wingate Hotel. She worked there until two years before her passing as a laundry attendant. Rebecca never shied away from work and was always willing to pitch in where she could.
Rebecca had many hobbies. She likes to play the lottery and Keno. She also enjoyed texting and talking with family and friends on Facebook, but her favorite hobby was watching Football. Rebecca was a die-hard Denver Broncos fan. You would never see her without some sort of Denver Broncos clothing on. If the Denver Broncos made it, she had it.
Rebecca’s greatest love though was her family. She loved and was such a big part of all her nieces and nephews’ lives. She had a way of making everyone feel special. She was always planning a special birthday gift or Christmas gift for her family and friends.
Rebecca was loved by so many people. There are no words to describe how much she will be missed.
Rebecca’s family would like to thank Dr. Martin and Sue with Benifis Clinic in Great Falls and all of the nursing staff at the Helena Benifis Clinic. We would also like to thank Dr. Bigger and her staff at St. Peter’s Hospital. There were so many caring people along her journey with cancer.
Rebecca was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents James William and Mary Gillespie. Her maternal grandparents George and Leona Anderson, and her dearly missed father James William Gillespie.
Rebecca is survived by her beloved mother Betty Jean Gillespie, brother James (Juli) Gillespie, brother Michael Gillespie, brother Brooke (Sheryl) Gillespie, brother Bruce (Andine) Woodruff and sister Jennifer (Zhaun) Paddock. Along with many nieces and nephews.
Rebecca has requested no service to be held and will be laid to rest at a later date.
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Jame gillepie says
My lovely sister has left us and I will truely miss her . The last 4 years for her were quite challeging. She was as strong a person as I have ever met !! I love you and will see you again sis!!!!!
Jenny Bomar says
loved this lady. she was like family to me. she took good care of my brother and I growing up while my folks were at work. made everything fun. Will miss her dearly. heaven truly gained another angel.
Michele Steele says
Becky was such a sweet and kind person. I met her through her mother Betty who I worked with at the Wingate for over 12 years. Becky was ever present at all of the family gatherings we had there during that time. You always know that she and her mom Betty were close and had a wonderful friendship, in addition to being mom and daughter. I knew the Wingate was in good hands after I left, when I realized that both Betty and Becky were working there. I got to know Becky best through Facebook and she was Such a funny, caring, encouraging and witty person. Her genuine comments were expansive. I always looked forward to her posts and was grateful when she commented on mine. I know she will be missed by many people and my heart goes out to Betty and the rest of her family. I know she was loved very much. Michele Steele
Sheryl Gillespie says
Sheryl Gillespie
You were a wonderful sister in law and a great travel partner.
We had a lot of fun on our trips, i will sure miss that. You were very generous, thoughtful 💕 and loved by many.
Rest in Peace Becky.
Terry Currier says
One of the sweetest people that I have ever know! She will definitely be missed by so many people that loved her!
I still have pictures of her Keno winning numbers!
Will definitely miss her chats on Facebook!
Love you Becky and will miss you!
Jennifer Paddock says
I love you to the moon and back Becky. I will always miss our good mornings and good nights. May you rest well until we meet again!!!
Carol Gilreath Alm says
Betty& Family. Our thought and prayers are with all of you.
Bev (Stark) McDonnell Pennsylvania says
Truly sorry to the family for your loss. Becky and I have been texting and messaging each other for the past several years. I finally got to meet her when I went to Montana for my Grandson Corbin Stark’s birthday last November. We played Trivia Crack on line a lot and I could tell she was a kind and caring person. She was my buddy.😢
Vickie LaFountaine says
My dear sweet cousin, you will truly be missed. No more pain and suffering! God bless you! May you find bliss with the Lord!
Kelly says
I loved talking football with Becky! Rest easy cousin! Until we see each other again. ❤️
Vickie LaFountaine says
My dear cousin! May you rest in peace, no more pain and suffering! God bless you!
Cindy Sangray Jones says
My dearest Becky, Betty and the Gillespie Family … on my goodness! Becky, you are a beautiful woman and I wish you so much happiness, love and peace in your next journey 💖 We have known each other for so many years my dear … and thank you for being my friend on Facebook 💖 You always had a beautiful smile on your sweet face every time I saw you! I will always remember you as one of the kindest women I know 💖 ✨ 💖 Thank YOU for being my friend Becky! I know our paths will cross again and I’m looking forward to that! Betty, my heart goes out to you 💞 Losing our adult children is one of the most difficult time of life on earth we go through 💞 I know your beautiful faith and love for Becky will pull you through. I am here for you and if ever you want to talk, please reach out to me. And, to all of the Gillespie Family … may you all find peace in Becky’s passing. I believe that is what she would want for you 💞 I’m surrounding you all in loving healing light and praying for comfort for all of you 💞 Much love to you all 💞 💖 💞
Kathryn & Tony says
Many of our children’s memories are of Becky as a friend and caregiver, when Mom & Dad needed a night out. Tony worked with Becky at the 4 B’s. I have known her many years. Always kind and loving. We will miss seeing her walking her dogs and her friendly chats when we were outside.