Unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, Jamie Kenneth Gillespie of Bolton, at the age of 52 years, beloved husband of Svetlana Fetterly. Loving father of Madigan Gillespie and Emelia Gillespie. Cherished son of Kenneth and Anne (née Burritt) Gillespie. Dear brother of Christopher and his wife Lisa Gillespie, Deanna (deceased) and her husband Greg Leno, Shane Gillespie and his wife Shanna Brindley. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews Claire, and Ethan Gillespie, Sypher, and Jovie Leno, Corbin Gillespie. Jamie will be greatly missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins and by his entire in-law family. Jamie dedicated his entire working career, 31 years, to public service. He served with both the Kitchener Waterloo Police Services and then with the Ontario Provincial Police, most recently in the role of Sergeant. Jamie valued his position and took his role very seriously. During his career, he participated on specialized response teams such as a Dive team and a Provincial Task Force, both dedicated to search and rescue missions. His efforts and commitments were acknowledged with accolades of achievement and bravery on various occasions. We honour Jamie and give thanks to him for his commitment to his family, his job, and to the communities he served. May he now be at peace. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Jamie’s life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion in Elora Ontario on Thursday, November 17, 2022 from 2pm – 5pm. Speeches will begin at 3:30pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to either Boots On The Ground – www.bootsontheground.ca or Wounded Warriors Canada – www.woundedwarriors.ca Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
