The family of Keith Kilpatrick, age 64, of Fayetteville, TN, announces his passing on February 25, 2025, at HH Lincoln Health. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Washington Street Church of Christ, with Bro. Charles Abernathy and J.B. Cox officiating. Burial will follow at Higgins Cedar Hills Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Washington Street Church of Christ.
Born on December 10, 1960, in Huntsville, AL, Keith was a 1979 graduate of Central High School and a devoted member of Washington Street Church of Christ. He dedicated 35 years of his career to Computer Science Corporation of Huntsville as a computer engineer. Outside of work, Keith had a passion for golfing, cooking with his church family, and mentoring youth at church camps.
Affectionately known as “Pepawn,” Keith found his greatest joy in his grandchildren. Whether cheering them on at their ball games or creating cherished memories on beach vacations, he embraced every moment with love and enthusiasm.
Keith is survived by his mother, Janie Kilpatrick; his children, Randy (Kayla) Kilpatrick and Heather (Caleb) Stafford; his longtime friend, Brenda Partain, and her son, Jeremy Raby; his grandchildren, Hunter (Kylie) Kilpatrick, Logan Kilpatrick, Kadi-Faith Kilpatrick, Lizzy McAlister, Bella McAlister, Taylor McAlister, Koal Kilpatrick, Kreed Kilpatrick, Ramsey Kilpatrick, and Ryatt Kilpatrick; his sister, Cathy Hyde; and his brother, Kent (Teresa) Kilpatrick. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy P. Kilpatrick; his granddaughter, Janie Faye Kilpatrick; and his son-in-law, Andrew McAlister.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Washington Street Church of Christ Camp Fund, PO Box 324, Fayetteville, TN 37334.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Keith Kilpatrick.
Dear Kilpatrick Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and peace. Anthony & Kay Honey
We are so saddened over Keith’s death. He surely was a precious soul. All of us at Washington Street will surely miss him and his service. We will be praying for his family and friends. We are so thankful to have had him in our lives.
Rest in peace, Keith.
My heart is so sad in the loss of our sweet Keith. I’ve never seen one love their family any more than Keith. He was their rock. A man that loved God and the church, always busy with the young people. He will be missed. May he rest in peace . Aunt Jo
So sorry I remember all the work and fun we had growing up working in the hay chasing and feeding cows fishing lots of memories of Kieth Kent and Kathy all the family such good people the twins sure miss those days
Janie dear, Cathy, Kent, Brenda, children and grands, my heart is heavy with this loss of Keith. He was a good friend and a huge part of my teenage years. I am in Kentucky until Saturday afternoon. Please accept my sincerest apologies for not being able to attend the visitation or services. You all will be in my heart and thoughts, as I cover each of you in enornous prayer. Janie, with great fondness I remember spending Sunday afternoons at your and Roy’s house. In the Summer, picking blackberries (getting chigger bites 😄😄), playing games in that fantastic yard, enjoying walk-abouts in the pastures, and swimming in the cow pond! Goodness knows, how many times we went back to church that evening smelling of “cow” when we had not allowed enough time to properly wash up ☺️😁 These precious memories along with ones of church get togethers at y’all’s house are some of my heart’s treasures. I love you and yours, dearest one 🙏❤️🙋♀️
Such a good man! So godly and a huge part of my 2 girls lives! He will be so missed by so many! Prayers to his precious family!
This saddens my heart to read of the passing of Keith. He was such a good person. Knew him in high school and just life in general. Prayers for all his friends and family during this difficult time.
Cathy Hyde I’m soooo sorry to hear of the passing of your brother, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Janie and family. Words cannot express how much we loved Keith and every one of y’all. A lifetime of love and memories bind us together. He is Home now with his earthly and Heavenly fathers. Also his “uncle” Ronnie. Ronnie loved to talk about Keith being his student In General Building trades and the pranks the boys pulled and then working together at CSC.. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love, Eloise, Darren and Terry
Keith always made me feel so special. He had a kind soul. Keith and Terry were same as brothers. . My heart hurts for Keith’s family , Terry, and all who knew this wonderful man. I’m blessed to have known Keith.
Heavenly Father, I lift up those who are grieving the loss of their father. friend, grandfather and Christian brother please surround them with your comforting presence. Grant them strength to endure this difficult time, and fill their hearts with your peace that surpasses all understanding. Merciful God, heal the broken hearts of those who are grieving. Help them to find hope in your promises of eternal life, and guide them through this journey of grief. In name of Jesus Christ amen.
I worked with him at CSC. Very nice and an intelligent man and
Keith, as my first cousin, I loved you. You were always a good and Godly man. Prayers for your family, especially Aunt Janie.
Keith we went to school from 7th/12th grade n remained friends. I will miss you at the planning meetings for our class reunions. My heart was broken when I heart of your passing. Thanks for being my friend n love you my friend n classmate
Brenda,
We are so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. We will be praying for you and your family.
So very sorry to hear of Keiths passing. Prayers to all his Family and Friends .
We will miss you. Prayers for peace and comfort for the precious family. We love you sweet Santa! 💙