John L. Gilmore

John Ladislav Gilmore, 87, of West Columbia, SC passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

John was born on September 14, 1937, in Bristolville, Ohio to George Fred Gilmore and Amelia Mildred Fellner Gilmore. John graduated from Bristol High School in 1957. Following graduation, John enlisted in the United States Army and served for 6 years. John then went on to work at Harsco as a mechanic for 37 years.

John was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Shirley Shealey Gilmore, and his son Steven Andrew Gilmore.

John is survived by his, grandson Hunter Huggins (Delaney), granddaughter Amanda Lanford (Martin), granddaughter Anna Gilmore, great-grandson Jaxon Lanford, sister Nancy Selami, and close neighborhood friends.

John was a loving and loyal husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was a simple man who enjoyed the little things in life. Family was everything to John. He cherished moments spent with his loved ones, whether it was sharing stories around the dinner table or tending to the garden together. John was very hands-on and could fix just about anything you put in front of him. He instilled the importance of kindness, hard work, and the beauty of life’s simple pleasures.

The family will be holding a private graveside service at Fort Jackson National Cemetary and appreciates everyone's thoughts and prayers.