Mr. Robert Ellison Kilpatrick Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford On Friday, May 15, 2020, Robert Ellison “Killer” Kilpatrick passed away peacefully at his home in Oxford surrounded by his family. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford is in charge of arrangements. Born on May 20, 1951 in Huntington, West Virginia, Bobby and his family moved to Oxford in the early 1960’s where he graduated from Oxford High School in 1970. Joining the Oxford Fire Department in 1974, Bobby became Captain during his 28 years of service. In addition to being a fireman, he was a master contractor for over 30 years. After retirement Bobby, in addition to being an avid fisherman, continued the many hobbies he loved which included hunting, gardening, and taking care of his chickens. Most importantly he enjoyed spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren and closest friends. Mr. Kilpatrick is survived by his wife of 24 years, Brenda Tatum Kilpatrick; his children, Candee (Matt) Garrett, Shelly (Eric) Richey, son Brian Kilpatrick and two step-children Toby Giutta and Mandy Giutta; his four grandchildren, Tristin, Brooke, Olivia, and Cole; and a sister, Susan Kilpatrick Norman. Mr. Kilpatrick is preceded in death by his parents Leroy E. Kilpatrick and June Mackey Kilpatrick. Mr. Kilpatrick’s final request, being an organ recipient himself, asked that in lieu of flowers that any memorial donation be made to Donate Life America (701 East Byrd Street, 16th Floor, Richmond, VA, 23219 or donatelife.com). Online condolences are highly encouraged to be placed on the Tribute wall at www.colemanfuneralhome.com.

Mr. Robert Ellison Kilpatrick

May 20, 1951 - May 15, 2020