Mike Gillispie's mother died Feb. 14

Collette Gillispie
Collette Gillispie, Surprise, Arizona, died February 14, 2005 at her home. Collette grew up in Falls City, Neb. where she married James C. Gillispie Jr. They moved to Alexandria in 1947. She was employed by Wedum Supply for 25 years.
In 1972 they moved to Big Sky, Montana where they opened and ran Jimmer's Brass Bell & Caboose for 15 years. After their retirement they spent their winter months in Surprise.
Collette was an avid golfer, playing in the Resorter's Tournament at the Alexandria Country Club for many years. She also enjoyed downhill skiing and bridge.
She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Jimmer; her daughter and son-in-law, Jan and Roger Neils of Clear Lake; her son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Tona Gillispie of Mankato; daughter, Cindy Gillispie of Leander, Texas; grandchildren, Matt, Jessica and Alli Neils, Thad, Kelli and Jimmer Gillispie; and great-grandchildren, Trent and Maija Carriveau.
Memorials may be made to: Susan G Komen Cancer Research, PO Box 650309,
Dallas, TX 75265-0309.