
GILLESPIE FAMILY REUNION
August 29 - 31, 2025 | Jackson, Tennessee
Reserve your stay
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jackson
1770 US-45 BYP
Jackson, TN 38305
Reservations: (731) 664-6900
Reserve by July 30, 2025
Rooms are reserved under “Gillespie Family Reunion”
Weekend itinerary and additional information coming soon.
Room Rate: $159.00 per night + tax
The reunion will take place in
Jackson, Tennessee over
Labor Day Weekend, Friday,
August 29 through Sunday,
August 31.
Where and when will
the 2025 Gillespie
Family Reunion be
held?
- We have a room block under
Gillespie Family Reunion at
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
in Jackson, located at 1770
US-45 BYP. The room rate is
$159.00 per night.
What hotel can I stay
in? Is there a special
rate?
- Call (731) 664-6900 to
reserve your room no later
than July 30, 2025 before
the room block expires.
How do I book my
hotel room?
General FAQs
- Membership dues are $120
per year ($10/month) per
adult family member to help
ensure we can continue
having well-organized
reunions without putting
financial strain on a few
individuals planning and
hosting the reunion.
What are membership
dues?
- Over the years, host families
have taken on significant out-
of-pocket costs for planning,
materials, deposits, and other
expenses. Dues will help
ensure that no single family
bears the financial burden
alone and that we can
continue organizing
memorable, well-planned
reunions for everyone.
Why do we have to pay
membership dues?
- No. Membership dues apply
only to adult Gillespie family
members. Spouses and
children are not required to
pay.
Do membership dues
apply to my children?
Membership Dues FAQs
How do I pay my
membership dues and
reunion fees?
- Reunion fees cover the cost of
the welcome reception, family
banquet, and other essential
expenses related to reunion
events.
What do reunion fees
cover?
How much are reunion fees?
- Adults (18+): $120 per
person - Teenagers (13-17): $80
per person
How much are reunion
fees?
You can pay via:
✔ Zelle
✔ Check or Money Order
(payable to Stanley Pirtle and
sent to 2116 Champions Drive,
LaPlace, LA 70068)
📞 Questions? Stanley Pirtle
at (504) 912-2797 or
stanley.pirtle7@gmail.com.
Reunion Fees FAQs
There is a lot to do in Jackson,
Tennessee, including visiting
museums, parks, and historic
sites. Explore visit Jackson
website to learn more.
What local attractions
are in Jackson?
Yes! The planning committee
is working to organize fun
activities for all generations.
Will there be activities
for all ages?
A full itinerary for the weekend
will be shared soon, including
details on group activities,
meals, and special events.
What events are
planned for the
reunion?
Itinerary and Activities
If you plan to bring additional
family or guests, please let us
know as soon as possible so
we can plan accordingly.
Contact Stanley Pirtle for
payment details and to confirm
their attendance.
Who do I contact if I
want to invite additional
people?
- Yes, all guests must pay the
appropriate reunion fees to
attend. Their payment will
cover the costs of their
participation, including the
welcome reception and
banquet.
Do guests need to pay
fees?
Absolutely! All are welcome to
join in the reunion festivities!
We encourage you to bring
more family and friends to
celebrate with us.
Can I invite extended
family members and
friends?
Additional Guests