Sheila Tessa James

Shelia Tessa Gillespie James, of Fallston, MD, went to be with her Lord and Savior August 25, 2018 after a lengthy illness. She was 69. Born September 14, 1948 to Larry and Helen Gillespie in Havre de Grace, MD. A graduate of Goucher College, she was the first female graduate of the FBI Polygraph Institute. Her 30 year career was with the Department of Defense as an investigator and examiner. For 8 years, she was an aide to Senator Mathias. Shelia was a member of Grandview Christian Church's Ladies Fellowship where she was an active participant.

Mrs. James is survived by her husband, Robert R. James; brother, Larry Gillespie, Jr.; sister, Teresa Kron and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Richard Kron, Matt Kron, Larry Gillespie, Paul Kron, Stanley Mann II and Bryan James.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grandview Christian Church Ladies Fellowship, 2022 Fallston Road, P. O. Box 358, Fallston, MD, 21047.