Martha W Gillespie

October 13, 1930 - February 19, 2021

Mrs. Martha Anne Wallace Gillespie, age 90, departed this life peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Friday, February 19, 2021 at home. She is survived by her daughter Leesa (Dana) Odom and her grandchildren Kim (Mike) Gill and Michael (Lindsay) Morris. She is also survived by her great grandchildren, Kinlee, Hadlee, and Hudson Gill, and Allie Morris. She also leaves behind her best friend and companion Joey Max, her toy Yorkie. Martha was born in Memphis, Tennessee on October 13, 1930, to Vernon Max White and Stella Belle White and lived most of her life in Memphis. Martha graduated from Treadwell High School where she took great pride in being a majorette. After high school, she went on to work as a paralegal at several real estate and title companies until she retired. She will be remembered for many things however, her greatest achievement in life was her family. Her life revolved around her daughter, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was happiest when her home was filled with people. You could always find her cooking the most delicious home-cooked meals on the weekends for them. Mrs. Martha was a strong, independent woman and will be deeply missed by everyone that was fortunate to know her. The family will receive guests from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. on February 26th, 2021, at Memorial Park Funeral Home, 5668 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN 38119. Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. in Memorial Park Cemetery.