Month: October 2013

Oct 20 2013 October 20, 2013 March 25, 2014 2Comments by wade.courtney
Evelyn Living Life

I can’t believe it’s been 4 months

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My dearest Evelyn,

Today marks the day that 4 months ago you left us with no explanation. We still don’t know where you were going, what you were doing, or who you were with.

There are times when I don’t miss your presence, but I think that is because you are with me. The times I hurt the most are the times that I think you’ve gone off somewhere else.

We went to a fashion show last night, your mother and I. It was Exhibit Ambush. Antoinette did another fabulous job putting together a great show. You would have looked great walking in that show, and I saw you in many of the models that walked.

There were many people who I knew that came up to ask how we were doing and to offer assistance. Some of them were people you know, some weren’t.

I shot some photos last night. I tried to do what I do. Some turned out OK, while others did not. I want to start taking photos again. I think that is what is missing most of all now that you are gone. I wish we had worked together more, but I was angry with you. I took it for granted that you would always be there. I’m sorry.

Today we are going to choose a tree that is to represent your life. It will be planted in Lake Poway, in the grassy area where it overlooks the lake. We are planning your birthday celebration at that park, near that tree.

I just want you to know that we love you and miss you every day. All of us, even your bratty brother. I hope that someday we find peace and I hope that we can go on with our lives while learning to live without you.

You are always in our hearts.
Dad, Mom, Jonathan, and Jeremiah


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Oct 06 2013 October 6, 2013 March 25, 2014 6Comments by wade.courtney

Justice for Evelyn Courtney

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On Friday, we laid Evelyn to rest in Ft. Rosecrans National Cemetery. It was a peaceful and beautiful day, surrounded by family. Evelyn has a nice view of the San Diego skyline, the harbor, North Island Naval Air Station, and the Pacific Ocean.

Evelyn shouldn’t be there, but she is. She is there because the person who assumed responsibility for her safety once she got in his car, Robbie Gillespie, was high on methamphetamine and chose to run a red light instead of stopping. Evelyn thankfully did not suffer, but now the rest of us suffer her loss because of one man’s negligence.

Many people have been affected by the loss of Evelyn. Her family, friends, and colleagues will never be the same.

To Evelyn’s friends and to the friends of the family we would like to ask you for one more favor in addition to the outpouring of love, support, and prayers for our broken family.

On December 6th, 2013, Robbie Gillespie faces sentencing for the crimes of Gross Vehicular Manslaughter and Possession of a Controlled substance.  He faces a maximum sentence of 10 years and 8 months for his crimes. We want to ensure that he gets the maximum sentence.

How can you help?

You can write a letter to  Judge Moring of Dept 30, in care of San Diego Deputy District Attorney Dan Link.

Some tips for writing your letter:38251_412157048842_1121010_n

  • Remember you are addressing the court, not Robbie Gillespie.
  • Keep your language clean. Excessive cursing may not get your letter read.
  • Inform the court of any direct concerns for your safety.
  • Remember that your letter may become part of the public record and may be read aloud in the courtroom. Media may be present.
  • Express how the crime has affected you physically or mentally.
  • Make sure you say who you are writing about.

Where to send your letters:

By Email: Linda Peña

By Postal Mail:

Attn: Dan Link (or Linda Peña)
Office of District Attorney
PO Box 121011
San Diego, CA  92112

By Fax: 619-515-8528, Attn: Dan Link or Linda Peña

EvelynComing to the hearing:

You may wish to come to the hearing, but you should know that seating is limited and it is unlikely that you will be able to read your statement aloud. It is better if you can send your statement by one of the methods listed above.


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