Gilpin, Margaret Alvina (Torstrick), 86, of Louisville passed away Wednesday February 18, 2009.
She was a member of New Salem Baptist Church, and Barker Eastern Star Chapter # 79.
Preceded in death by her parents, Emma and Martin Torstrick; her husband of 53 years, Earl Gilpin; a granddaughter, Sydney Goodson.
Survivors include her three children, Martin Gilpin (Joyce), Margie Nickoles, and Janet Lile (Mike); eight grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren; two very special friends, JoAnn Wheatley & Jimmy Pence.
The family would like to thank the staff on the 5th floor a Sts Mary & Elizabeth Hospital, and the staff of Georgetown Manor for all their loving care and kindness.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 pm Saturday at the Owen Funeral Home 5317 Dixie Hwy. with burial in Louisville Memorial Gardens West.
Visitation will be 12:00 - 8:00 pm Friday, and after 10:00 am Saturday .