Obituary of Richard Gillespie

Richard "Muff" Gillespie of, West Deptford, NJ on December 31, 2007. Aged 38 years. Muff's fierce passion and accomplished artistic ability lead him to forge a career in custom painting. He was also known in the area for his meticulous interior designs of which he was most proud. He was a member of the Painters Union in Philadelphia. Muff graduated from West Deptford High School in 1987, then attended Antonelli Art Institute in PA. A former high school and semi-pro football player for the West Deptford Redskins, he also enjoyed basketball and baseball. Muff was an avid and loyal Philadelphia sports fan. Muff enjoyed spending time on the golf course, especially with his brother, Shawn. He also enjoyed spending time with his niece, Brooke and visiting his nephews, Will and Shane in Connecticut. Beloved son of Joan German. Dear brother of Shawn Gillespie, Katie Gillespie and Joan Reiner and her husband, William. Loving uncle of Brooke, Will, and Shane. Loving boyfriend of Angela. Faithful companion of his dog, Guinness. Also survived by loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and countless friends. Viewing Sunday 6 PM 9 PM in the McGuinness Funeral Home, 34 Hunter St., Woodbury, NJ Funeral Mass Monday 10 AM directly at St. Patrick's R.C. Church, Euclid & Cooper St., Woodbury, NJ Interment Woodbury Memorial Park, West Deptford, NJ In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pivot Ministries, Inc, 495 Jane St., Bridgeport, CT 06608 Tributes may be shared by clicking on the sign guestbook icon. "The Lifetime Tribute Funeral Home"