Lucy Katherine Epperly Gillette

October 26, 2017

Lucy Katherine Epperly Gillette, 74, of Molino, Florida, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Saturday, October 14, 2017, after an extended illness.

She was born in the Birmingham, AL area on May 2, 1943, to the late David Epperly, and Anne Lea Epperly Charlton. She met Gary G. Gillette in Pensacola, FL and was married on August 14, 1959. She was a Navy wife and set up homes in many different states. In the early 70’s, after her children started school, Lucy attended Pensacola Jr. College to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. She worked in several hospitals over the years including Sacred Heart Hospital of Pensacola, FL. Lucy had a strong faith in Christ and for many years worked with the children’s programs, and the women’s groups in her church. She always had a scripture to offer both for comfort and correction. She enjoyed her family, bible study, reading, sewing, flowers, and her dogs.

Lucy is survived by her husband, Gary G Gillette, her sister; Anne Buchinger; her three children; Karrie (Michael) Wallace, of Daphne, AL; David (Margaret) Gillette, of Water town, TN; and Robert (Marlo) Gillette, of Cummings, GA. She is also survived by nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two nieces and one nephew.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 28, 2017, at 10 a.m. at Dogwood Park Baptist Church, 3301 Hwy 97, Molino, FL 32577.

Trahan Family Funeral Home will be taking care of the arrangements.

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