Laurel Patricia Gillespie

Laurel Patricia Gillespie of Woodstock, Ontario, passed away on November 4, 2026, at the age of 80. She was born on June 6, 1946. Laurel was predeceased by her parents, John Gillespie and Pat Gillespie of Thunder Bay. She is survived by her daughter Tricia Mudford and son-in-law Matt Mudford of Woodstock, along with her grandchildren, Rachel and Ty Mudford, and grandchildren-in-law, Elliot and Maya. Laurel is also survived by her brother Bob Gillespie of Brainerd, Minnesota, her sisters-in-law Bonnie Gillespie and Lois Gillespie, and her stepson Douglas Cooper. Additionally, she leaves behind cousins, nieces, and nephews. A celebration of life will take place on Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Southgate Centre (Altadore Hall), located at 191 Old Wellington St S, Woodstock, ON N4S3J2. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Theatre Woodstock or VON Sakura House.