Kilar "Ki-Ki" Rain Gillispie
Newton - Kilar "Ki-Ki" Rain Gillispie, age 15,
passed away the evening of Friday, July 16th, 2021.
Kilar was born in Newton, Kansas on June 22nd, 2006 to her
parents Joshua Gillispie and Cree (Titus) Gillispie.
Kilar entered the world roaring and always made her presence
known. Her family and friends would describe her as a witty, fun, and extremely
loving young lady in over-sized clothes. She often raided her dad's closet for
items to compliment her wardrobe. Actually, her dad's clothes were her
wardrobe. There was no denying that she was special. From a young age, she
started writing notes to let her family know how much she cared for them. She
was rarely shy and LOVED to record videos. She was a TikTok queen. Her smile
was contagious and there was no doubt she was beautiful inside and out. Kilar
was gifted in multiple sports, her favorite being soccer. She shared this
passion for soccer with her two older sisters. She was determined with a
competitive spirit. This allowed her to excel at everything that she did. She
was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
Kilar lives on in the memories of her parents Joshua and
Cree Gillispie; sisters, Keila Rae Gillispie and Kenzi Rai Gillispie; paternal
great grandmothers, Audrey (Gillispie) Stucky, Shirley Warkentin, Wanda Shaw;
paternal great grandfather, Louis Potter; maternal great grandfather Gene
Titus; paternal grandparents Bob and Becky (McCann) Gillispie; maternal
grandparents John and Margie (Sandoval) Titus; many aunts, uncles, cousins and
friends.
Kilar was preceded in death by many other loved ones.
Kilar's love and kindness impacted many. She truly fulfilled
her purpose here on earth. Her family has been deeply moved by countless
stories of those whose lives she has touched. Her light will continue to shine
with the organ donations that will live on in over 50 recipients.
A gathering and visitation will be 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday
July 24, 2021 at Petersen Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be 6 p.m. at
the Wild Prairie Event Center 1610 SE 3rd Newton, Kansas.
Memorials may be made to the Kilar Gillispie Memorial Fund
in care of Petersen Funeral Home.
2006 - 2021 (15 years)