September 18, 1946 - June 17, 2025

Dear friends, 

James Gillespie, a beloved member of the London Center of the Fellowship of Friends, completed his task on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, having suffered for some years from a heart ailment.

James was born on September 18, 1946, and joined the Fellowship in Edinburgh, Scotland, on November 6, 1990. He was 78 years old on his last birthday.

Friends from the London Center remember him as a beautiful soul full of light, thoughtful and kind. He worked quietly and diligently to support the center for many years. His patience and valuation for the work and the school were always visible.  James touched everyone who had the fortune of knowing him. His presence brought warmth and wisdom, and the love and presence he shared so beautifully will be with all of us forever.

On behalf of all who knew you, we give thanks. 

The Elysian Society

I have tied up my boat in the celestial lakes.

Papyrus of Nebseny