I sure miss you Roni! Your joy, creativity, and willingness to step in wherever the need. I miss the times we had to serve together. I know my life was richer for knowing you. Your laughter and smile brightened many a room. I look forward to the day I get to see you again! 
With much love and gratitude, Danine

I didn’t hang with the “in group “ in high school & Roni was definitely one of the popular kids. But I do remember that she always said hello by name & always was positive & kind. Apparently attributes she continued with throughout her life. She was a beautiful lady, inside & out. My deepest condolences to you all.
Keep her alive in your hearts & your memories. 

Dear Tom, Scotty, & Chelsea,
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of an amazing, godly woman! Roni was truly a Saint! Her "Celebration of Life" at our church today was beyond belief! It was Heavenly! The sanctuary was completely filled to over-flowing! 
Everyone who spoke, especially Scotty and Chelsea, "watered the garden of our souls"!  What a Blessing! We all left feeling touched and inspired by this phenomenal woman who changed the world for the better! God Bless you,  Lindy & Gil Sanchez

Dear Tom,

You and Roni have touched our lives in such a special way.  We cherish the memory of you helping us try to heal in our darkest of times.  We only hope that there is a way for us to be there for you now.  Roni will never be forgotten by us.  To your children, I want them to know that I spent so little face-to-face time with your mom.  However, the little time I spent with her she made sure to paint the most beautiful picture of her love for you, her grandchildren, and family time.  

Lots of love  and prayers to everyone,

Stacey and The O’Neill Family   

Darling Roni, how you can be home in heaven baffles my mind and still breaks my heart. I know without a doubt, that this is temporary. I know we will meet again. I know that you are today in a place far beyond our wildest imagination. You are dearly loved and will be profoundly missed

Tom, Chelsea, Scotty -
Steve and I hold you ever so close in our prayers. She leaves behind such a sweet legacy and reminder to love well, laugh with abandon and meet others right where they are. From her smile and boundless energy to her creativity and availability, she inspired others. Yes, even as she traversed her own hills and valleys. 
I fondly remember her wonderful animation and the ways in which she chose to engage in relationship and life. Her presence will be surely missed but forever treasured in the depth of our hearts. Thank you for sharing her with so many. I know that these upcoming days will hold many tears as well as bring to mind  beautiful memories. I know that these won't take her place or fill that tangible void  but may you find comfort that He, God is with you to help navigate not only the what's next but the here and now. By your sides.. in prayer and love, Steve and Danine

The Lake Heather Oaks HOA Board of Directors and your friends and neighbors are saddened to hear of Roni's passing. Her warm smile and friendly conversations as she walked in our LHO community will be missed.  Warm hugs to your family.

Dear Tom and family.  There are no words to express the loss and sadness upon hearing of Roni’s passing.  So very sorry for such a loss for you and your children and grandchildren. I’ve known Roni since junior high. Easily the cutest girl in our class with the to to die for hair cut! Always smiling and happy! We talked at length at our 45 th HS reunion on how we thought our next reunion should be a cruise. Her loss is not only felt by me and my husband, Bill, but our entire high school class who truly knew Roni as a shining star for all of us. May she rest in eternal peace and may God give you the strength and courage to get through this most tragic of times. God bless all of you! Sincerely,  Corinne and Bill Harvey.

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Roni Kay Gillingham

September 28, 1956 – November 12, 2019

Blount & Curry Funeral Home-Carrollwood

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