Phillips Funeral Service, Inc. | High Point, NC

Obituary For Mr. Roscoe Gilmore

Mr. Roscoe Arthur Gilmore, Jr., the youngest of four children, made his transition from this life to life eternal on Friday, January 15, 2021 at his residence. He was born in High Point, NC, on July 12, 1959, a son of the late Roscoe Arthur Gilmore, Sr. and Minnie Taylor Gilmore. He was also preceded in death by a special aunt, Louise Taylor.

Roscoe attended the public schools of High Point, NC and was a 1977 graduate of High Point Central High School. He was an employee with Marsh Furniture Co., retiring in 2009. Roscoe was everyone’s favorite school bus driver. He had a passionate love for music, cars, going to the park and feeding the ducks and being around water. He was a life-long member of Memorial United Methodist Church, where he served as the Sound Technician for the church and sang on the Memorial United Methodist Men’s Choir.

Roscoe united in marriage to Sandra Dunlap on September 23, 1983...the love of his life and his soulmate.

Surviving are his wife of 37 years, Sandra Dunlap Gilmore of the home; a son-nephew, Louis Gilmore of Charlotte, NC; three sisters, Patricia Gilmore Townsend, Alicia Gilmore Gathings and Rosalind Gilmore, all of High Point, NC; his mother-in-law, Ms. Mattie Dunlap (aka to Roscoe as “Lucy”) of High Point, NC; a brother-in-law, Pastor Timothy Simmons of High Point, NC; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A private funeral service will be held, Friday, January 22, 2021 at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel. Mr. Gilmore may be viewed on Thursday, January 21, 2021 from 4:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

Guest Book

Alicia, Patricia, Rosalind, Sandra So sorry for the loss of your brother Roscoe, and husband to Sandra. May GOD continue to Bless each one of you during your bereavement and always. With Love, Yvonne Myers Roberts and Family

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Praying for the family, so sorry for y'all loss. Please keep praying to the Lord for strength as the Bible speaks of a resurrection John 11;25 speaks of having faith and waiting on Jesus to bring our love ones back. I am looking forward to that day.

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Rest in peace my dear cousin

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Thinking of you all in this time of sorrow. Was so sorry to hear this and I am praying for you and your family. Love you all Shirlon

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May God's grace, love and mercy, along with the love and caring of friends strengthen your family during your time of loss. Sylvia Collins

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Roz and family.. Please know my Dear Sistah that you and your family are in our hearts, thoughts and most importantly our prayers. Even though we can't be there because of Covid guidelines, we know that God is omnipresent and prayers can reach where we am unable to go. Chester and I are here for you and your family. Stay encouraged and look to the hills from which cometh your help...all your help cometh from the Lord! Sincerely, Joyce and Chester Charles

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My sincere condolences to the Gilmore family. I learned about bicycles, music, cars, and basketball from Roscoe. He even helped me get through 3rd grade at Fairview Elem. We both had Mrs Hart! Roscoe was a friend to everyone. Thoughts and prayers to the family. Bea Brown

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My prayers and Condolences to the entire Gilmore Family, U all are in my prayers. Angel Mcbee and Family

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My prayers and Condolences to the entire Gilmore Family, U all are in my prayers. Angel Mcbee and Family.

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Saddened to learn of Roscoe transition such a humble soul. My Condolences and prayers to his wife and family he touched so many with his kindness. Rest well. The work you done has truly spoken for you here on earth. Schoolmate and Southside friend. Mary

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Rest In Peace cousin

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TO THE GILMORE FAMILY, I SEND MY SINCEREST CONDOLENCES AND HOPE IN THE COMING DAYS GOD CONSOLES YOU ALL. MUCH LOVE, JANNIE SPENCER

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To the Gilmore family...... God called for another angel to come. So sorry for loss. The Lovett Family

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To the Gilmore family. I offer our condolences and pray God will comfort & console each of you. Roscoe will forever be remembered. He spread joy & peace through his life. Southside family forever. Alice Christian & family

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To the Gilmore family. I offer our condolences and pray God will comfort & console each of you. Roscoe will forever be remembered. He spread joy & peace through his life. Southside family forever.

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To entire Gilmore Family we the Baker and Hoke Family send our prayers to you at a time such as this. Our Families go way back SouthSide. Fifi is what we called him back in the day. Roscoe was on of the best dj's around those block parties was the best.Roscoe will truly be missed. Love Tim and Debra & Ra'shaun Baker.

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The best ping pong player that i knew and also the best DJ at Carl Chavis YMCA.A pleasure to know someone as laid back as Roscoe.All the way from Fairview St. Elementary to High Point Central High.May your journey be Blessed and guided by His Almighty.Until we meet again.Prayers and thoughts are with the family. Carl A. Reed

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To the Gilmore Family, our deepest condolences to you all. May God"s love and peace be with you in your time of bereavement, we will continue to keep you in prayer. The Anderson Family

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Our deepest condolences to the Gilmore Family, may God"s peace and love be with you in your time of bereavement. RIP Roscoe Gilmore

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My sincerest and deepest condolences to the family of Roscoe Gilmore. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and days to come. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 Love you and God bless. Pastor Niki Scarboro Spencer

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Roscoe we will always cherish the wonderful memories. You were such a wonderful person but now you can sing and dance with your mom dad aunts uncles and cousins. We will miss you! Richard & Tijuana Greene and family

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I can't believe that you're gone is my bus driver you do the activity bus from Central to Andrews the classes that I had sitting and talking to you then we became friends as we got older I friendship continued you are so amazing friend I love the Mirena now because you always talked about it so I decided to start going I will always continue to go up in your honor and memory Roscoe you are truly an outstanding guy going to be truly missed just saying good morning to you on Facebook senior amazing post of all the different type cars you rest now my friend God bless you in so many ways you live a Godly life here on Earth and I know God told you job well done my good and faithful servant rest and our fathers arms

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Roscoe, One I'll always remember. As we grew up on Southside.His smiles & laughter would light up a room.He always took time asking about rest of the family & how its going. Asking the same He states Everyone good & He hanging in there.Taking a day at a time.Always a joy to see him & asking about you(San)Our Heavenly Father got his arms around you. During this difficult time. He'll be missed,But Not forgotten. Shirley Miller & Family

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We were childhood friends, Roscoe, my Cousins, the Cowans, all the Southside kids; My Condolences to his Family and Friends Lavoris (Neicy) IngramButler

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San,I was so sad when Troy told me the news,but if there is anything that I can do to help please let me know.God knows what's best for all that Love him. Loretta( Robinson) Barber and Flora Stanback

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San and Family, We are deeply sadden by the passing of Roc. As a friend and neighbor to us and guardian of our mother for so many years, there is no one with a bigger heart or kinder soul. We will truly miss Roc, but his love and laughter will be in our hearts forever. As much as we wanted to keep him, GOD felt it was time for him to come home. I pray that you will find Peace and Solace in knowing that this is all in GOD's plan. Robert, Barbara and the Alston family

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Rosalind and family,my heart goes out to you all for the passing of Roscoe.He was such a gentle soul and will be missed by all that knew him.We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

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We couldn't ask for better neighbors 20+ years. Roc and I went to grade school through high school together. San you were blessed and so was he. May God's grace give you and the family peace. We love you and we are hear. I will truly miss my friend. The Diane & Saink

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Rosalind and family Please know that I am so sorry to learn about Roscoe, We are praying for you and will be here if you need any thing Love you Carolyn Belo / Wilbur & Hilda Battle

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To San My Prayers Are With You In The Passing Of Your Loving Husband. I Send My Love And Condolences To You And Your Family . May God Continue To Wrap His Loving Arms Around You All. I Love You San . Love Sent From Kesha Davis.

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Sandra darling, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. I love you girl and I pray that God is blessing you my dear Sister with the peace and with the comfort & the strength, that only He can give. Remember please that you are not alone. From my heart, Melanie Jones

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San,I know you already miss Roc.Ya'll we're meant to be together.I pray your strength in the days to come.Just a reminder that Jesus will bring you through.We love you,Rabbit and Troy.

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My deepest condolences to the family of Roscoe, I have known this precious family for years and enjoyed working with all of them. Roscoe was a beautiful soul and would help anyone in need. He will be missed but he is in Heaven with his beautiful Mother. Love to all the family

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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