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TraAshia Gillespie Obituary

TraAshia Gillespie SUMMERVILLE - The relatives and friends of Ms. TraAshia Gillespie who entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 23, 2015, and those of her parents, Stephen & Wanda Manigault and Troy Gillespie; those of her children, Jaiden Gillespie and Christopher "CJ" Carroll; and those of her siblings, Breonna McSwain, Jamar, Janeice, Alexis, and Ambria Gillespie are invited to attend her home going celebration on Saturday, March 28, 2015, 11:00AM at Charity Missionary Baptist Church, 1544 E. Montague Ave., N. Charleston, SC; Rev. Dr. Nelson B. Rivers, III, Pastor. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Garden. Ms. Gillespie will repose from 6:00PM - 8:00PM on Friday, March 27, 2015 at the Mortuary. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.hiltonsmortuary.com. Funeral arrangements by HILTON'S MORTUARY, INC., 1852 E. Montague Ave., N. Charleston, SC 29405; (843) 554-2117 Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 25 to Mar. 26, 2015.

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Teri Denice

March 21, 2024

I miss you. I´m always thinking of you.

A

February 12, 2024

Traashia I just learned that you passed is unbelievable. Prayers to the family God bless.

Teri

March 19, 2022

Miss you girl. You will forever be missed.

Renee´ mccants (Jenkins)

March 19, 2022

You run through my mind often. I am praying your family is doing well. You will never be forgotten. Rest on my friend.

Teri D

September 5, 2021

You are truly missed. What an inspiration you ARE.

Shadawn Smith

March 25, 2019

Your still greatly missed and in my thoughts from time to time. I pray that your family is healing and celebrating the good times with you. Wish I could see you as we celebrate class of 99 this year ❤

Renee Jenkins (mccants)

March 19, 2019

I think about you and your family often. I continue to pray for your babies cause I know this is unbearable. May continue to Rest In Peace and May God continue to watch over your babies and family. You are missed!

April 6, 2015

To Traashia's Family,
My family and I are saddened to learn of Tra Ashia's passing. We fondly remember her when she attended Zion-Olivet Presbyterian Church. She was such a sweet child and we enjoyed sitting near her.
The Parker Family

Bonnie

March 31, 2015

Several years ago I met Traashia when she wanted to by a home for her family. Traashia had several road blocks but she was determined to have her dream home. Her reason for such determination "my kids"she would say. Traashia always had a smile on her face, and a sparkle in her eyes. What happened to her is a travesty. Her children will never forget her. Traashia fought so hard for her and children to have a nice home. Traashia loved her kids, it is heartbreaking she was taken so young.

Tiffany Hawkins

March 30, 2015

Thoughts and prayers for the family. She was a great mother.

Tiffany Vazquez

March 28, 2015

Sincerest thoughts and prayers to TraAshia's family, friends, and loved ones. I will continue to pray for healing and peace during this difficult time. May God continue to bless you. Praying also for her children who will definitely miss their beloved mother. May God watch over them.

Donna Chavis-White

March 28, 2015

Our family (Harris Family of Key West, Fl) extend our heartfelt condolences to the Gillespie Family in your loss words cannot express how grieved we are, always remember that our God in Heaven will never cause his child no pain, and always remember to look to Hills from whence cometh your help all of your help comes from the Lord.

Shirley Duncan

March 28, 2015

My prayers go out to your children and family, May god give them strength to get through this saddening loss. TraAshia was a coworker and she was hard worker. Rest in Peace Princess.

Renee Mccants

March 28, 2015

I'm so sorry. My heart aches especially for your young children. You were so sweet and nice in high school. I will forever remember your smile and kind words. Rest in peace.

Carolyn Rivera

March 27, 2015

So sorry for your loss,I remembered Traashia when she was born, her grandmother Norma Gillespie was my co worker, we work at Charleston Naval Shipyard together, she grew up with my children.I saw her through the years still a beautiful girl. Norma loved Traashia with all her heart,that was her baby, she lived for her.She had an unconditional love for her ,I pray they are Happy together again.Love Forever.I and my family will be praying for you all as Traashia RIP.

Selina Black

March 27, 2015

Ms.Gillespie was my instructor at Centura College. She was one of the most sincerest person I've ever met. Its sad that she is gone. Ill be praying for her family.

March 27, 2015

May God Be with The Gillespie Family In This Most Difficult Time. You Are In Our Prayers. John, Debra ,Shay, Keisha,& Family

March 27, 2015

My thoughts and prays are with you and your family at this difficult time. Mr. Jason Ancrum and family.

Alyssa Bodison

March 27, 2015

My heart is so heavy right now. Wanda, I love you cousin and I am so so sorry for your devastating loss. May God give you and the rest of the family strength. There is comfort in the word of God. God bless you and I love you all.

March 27, 2015

Rest on classmate....my heart is filled with sadness especially for your babies..

Trina Hutcherson-Askew

March 27, 2015

Wanda,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God Bless,Comfort and give you Peace.

Nikki P

March 27, 2015

Still can't stop thinking about my girl Ashia. My little smiling angle just like your mom. I have never seen such a beautiful smile and loving young lady.. You will truly be missed..I will be praying for the kids and your mom... Wanda i love you guys 'some real awesome friends over the years.. & i am so sorry for your loss.. May god continue to carry your family

Siobhan

March 26, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. I pray God will embrace your children more than imagined and let them know how much you loved them. I also pray that they are able to find comfort in those that are able to reflect your love upon them.

Cicely McCray

March 26, 2015

Traashia was one of my favorite students at ECPI. She had a beautiful spirit and a smile that would light up the classroom. I always saw greatness in her eyes. She was like a lil sister or a daughter to me. Yes, she was the teachers pet. :) I will always remember her as a child of the King and a mom who was passionate about raising her child and always wanting the best. Rest easy pretty girl!

Lyn

March 26, 2015

Tra'Ashia Rest In Peace my friend.

Dale & Paula Thomas

March 26, 2015

There are really no words to express my sympathy to the family. I watched her grow and every time I saw her, she always said "Hi" and had that great smile and always gave me a hug. I know I will miss that the most. Such a sweet and loving person and I cannot believe she is gone. I truly think the world of her family and love them all. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel. Love you Sweetie

VIVIAN MCPHERSON

March 26, 2015

So very sorry for your lost. TraAshia was my nurse at the doctor's office. She always treated me with great respect. Will truly be miss R.I.P.

Jamalo Flowers

March 26, 2015

My most sincere condolences, may care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.

Leah

March 26, 2015

May you fly with the Angels sweet lady.

Vella M

March 26, 2015

My prayers are with her family and her kids.

Keyshonna Dingle

March 26, 2015

TraAshia and I graduated together from college and instructed together at Centura a few years ago. No one has ever expressed their love for blue crabs as much as she did...I'm truly hurt by this tragedy as so many I know are...sending my prayers for the family for much needed comfort and strength.

Theresa Bradley

March 26, 2015

Blessed are those that mourn, for they shall be comforted. The Bradleys Love You.
Miss Theresa, Keke, Jackie, Caroline, Wanda, and Joshua Bradley.

Elizabeth

March 26, 2015

To the beloved family of Traashia, it is with deep sympathy and grief that I extend my prayers to you. She was a beautiful woman and I considered a friend. She became a client many years ago and she was always a joy to see. I just saw her no more than two weeks ago and she was smiling. That is how i want to remember her. I pray that her children will be comforted during this time, and for the rest of their lives by God as their mother rests in HIS serenity.

Danielle Johnson

March 26, 2015

Traashia, its been a few months since I've seen you but I still remember when you came home on the weekends when we were younger....so sorry to hear this and I'm praying for the Lord to strengthen your family to carry on for you... Still hard to believe. Rest on girl...you will always be remembered.

antonia "tonie" johnson

March 26, 2015

your an angel now and i'll forever be heartbroken.i can't stop thinking about you. praying for comfort to your children and family. forever my roadie.. love you

Kenisha Pinckney

March 26, 2015

I cannot even begin to understand what you're going through right now, but I would like to offer my prayers and condolences to your family.
GAT c/o '99

White

March 26, 2015

Sending our deepest sympathy and condolences to your family. May the God of all comfort strengthen you to cope and endure this difficult time.

antonia 'tonie' johnson

March 26, 2015

so heartbreaking to know your gone. you were the sweetest person with a heart of gold. you were my first friend when I moved to Charleston in 96. you were my road dog for real. im going to forever keep you in my heart and never forget the great memories we had. praying for your family and kids that they find comfort. love you forever..

LYNN CHEATHAM

March 26, 2015

I VERY SORRY ABOUT UR LOST I KNOW TRAASHIA FROM A BABY I WISH THAT I COULD B THER BUT I CAN SO I WILL KEEP U AND UR FAMILY IN MY PRAY

Regina Middleton

March 26, 2015

This is simply sad. I attend church with this family and did not even realize the connection. Her step father and my family all grew up together. To my family, you all are in my deepest thoughts and prayers. This is so unbelievably sad. Continue to trust God and know that His Word will carry you through this terrible storm. I love you all!!!! God Bless.

Kendra Buist

March 26, 2015

This is still unreal to me! The Traashia I knew was always joyful and pleasant! I remember when we used to get our hair fixed from Santita and your mother Wanda and Santita would always fuss with you. We used to laugh about it at Garrett Academy. But now you are smiling in heaven! You are truly going to be missed. Garrett Academy Class of 97'

The Hamilton Family

March 26, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers to Ms. Wanda, Jaiden, and family.

March 26, 2015

May God give you peace and comfort during your time of grief.

Rev. Dr. and Mrs. Sidney E. Davis, Sr. & Your Zion Olivet Presbyterian Church Family

Kesha Williams

March 26, 2015

To the family of Traashia my heart goes out to you. She was such a wonderful person and enjoyed the time I was able to get to know her while working with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and her children.

Carolyn Bartley

March 26, 2015

To Wanda,
I'm sorry for your loss. May God comfort and strengthen you and your family.

Kiawah smith

March 26, 2015

My condolences to the family in this time of grievement.

Shadawn Smith

March 25, 2015

Traashia, I cant believe your gone, tears are in my eyes as I write this. I remember those good old Garrett Culinary Arts days, laughing, lots of jokes, and food. And even the last time we saw each other was like no time had passed. The news of your loss is heart breaking, I wish I could be there to say good bye. Prayers to all of the love one, children, family and friends. It was a blessing to have crossed paths with Traashia, and I will always remember the great times. She was a beautiful soul, inside and out. Class 99 G.A.T. will always love you

Timothy & Sena Grant & Family

March 25, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Shirley Simmons

March 25, 2015

Condolences To Wanda Manigault & Family, Our love, Prayers & Big Hugs To You All In Such A Time As This. Please Be Encourage To Know That God Knows Best, Something's We Want Understand Down Here, But God!!! Please Hold On To Your Faith & The Love You Have In Jesus, It's The Only Way You Will Have Peace, Comfort, & Strength During This Circumstances Of Life. Lots Of Love ( Reverence Shirley Simmons, Mother Ivory Simmons & Family)

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