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for Kenneth Tipton
August 2, 2014
My very belated sincere condolences to mrs Barbara Tipton and to the rest of family of the late Kenneth Tipton of whose company as ex-colleague at the Agronomy Department,LSU, (1960-162), I still remember with much respect..
Mabrouk A. El-Sharkawy,
Retired senior scientist, Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical (CIAT), Cali, Colombia, South America,
[email protected];[email protected]
Gene Moore
January 2, 2014
I was so sad to hear of Dr. Tipton passing. At the time, I was in Oklahoma helping my mother on the farm. From 1972 - 1975 I had the opportunity to work under Dr. Tipton. He was a great mentor and friend. I have many good memories of him, especially the times when we harvested small grain test plots. Mrs Tipton, Kenny and Nancy please know that you are in our prayers.
September 4, 2013
Barbara, Kenny, Nancy and all family members,
Please know that I share in your grief at Ken's passing. Ken was one of the finest Christian men I have ever known, and one of the best friends I have ever had.
May God bless and comfort all of you.
Ted Heath
Pat Odenwald
September 2, 2013
The friendship of the Tipton family is still so fondly remembered. Especially appreciated is Ken's kindness to me in recent years in Gloster. I am so sad at his passing, but glad he didn't fade.
Russell Futrell
September 2, 2013
I was so sad to read the the UBC notice of Dr. Tipton's passing while I was traveling. It was quite a surprise as he appeared in such good health. I appreciated reading about his founding role at UBC and his accomplishments at LSU. He will be greatly missed, his ready smile and words of encouragement. I'm sorry I was traveling out of town and wasn't able to honor him at the memorial service.
David and Patti Johnson
August 30, 2013
Mrs. Tipton, Kenny and Nancy and Families,
Prayers of comfort and strength to you at this time and in the future.
Lydia Haile Follis
August 30, 2013
Mrs Barbara,
My heart is heavy for you and Kenny and Nancy and your extended families. Mr Ken was such a good man and I have many fond memories of him. I'm so glad that I got to see both of you a few months ago on one of my visits to Baton Rouge. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Debbie Price Dyess
August 29, 2013
I was so saddened to hear of Dr. Tipton's passing. The Tipton family is so much a part of my growing up years. My mother and you, Mrs. Tipton, were great friends. Dr. Tipton and Dad had a wonderful bond, over coffee, where Dad says they, "would solve all the world's problems." We all know where Dr. Tipton is, right now. Prayers for the whole family.
With love--
John Ward
August 29, 2013
Mrs Barbara, memories of Mr Ken trace back 40 years to Boy Scout days when Kenny and I were blessed to be guided by your husband's gentle, but firm voice. He spent many hours on camping trips pouring his life into young men. We were better boys and hopefully more equipped as men because of him. Quick to flash a smile and even quicker to give a ride to a 9th grader hitching a ride home after basketball practice, many loved his selfless attitude.
Tonight, it's sweet to remember a man of integrity and a Christ follower that we all looked up to.
Blessings and prayers,
Arlette Rodrigue
August 29, 2013
Barbara:
I am thinking of you today with heavy heart. Dr. Tipton was an amazing leader and a joy to work with. He helped me advance in my career. I am grateful to have known such a strong person.
August 29, 2013
Very saddened to read of Ken's passing. Our prayers are with the Tipton Family.
Mike and Shirley Fleischhauer
Albuquerque, NM
Dan & Debbie Hartmann
August 29, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We know that Uncle Ken will truly be missed and we will always remember the times that we had together.We pray that you can find comfort in knowing that he has been reunited with family and friends and that they are gathered around the Throne and setting at the feet of Jesus.
Wayne Jordan
August 28, 2013
Dear Barbara,
Saddened to learn the news about Ken. Our daughter-in-law, Jill (Hodges)Jordan is the daughter of some of your neighbors, LaRay and Jackie Hodges and sent the me the message. Many years ago, 1959, you and Ken were gracious to invite Bettye and me to University Baptist where we attended until graduation in 1961. We moved to MSU in 1968 only to once again cross your paths as Ken was obtaining his PhD. He and you made a difference in our lives from that initial contact and got us involved with University Baptist. May God Bless you and give you grace and strength in the days ahead.
Wayne Jordan, Retired Extension Director, Univ. of GA
Michele Hegwood
August 28, 2013
Love and sincere prayers are sent your way. Sincerely sorry for your loss, from the Pat Hegwood family.
Michele Hegwood
August 28, 2013
Dearest Barbara,
Although we haven't had personal contact for many years, I, personally will NEVER forget how wonderfully kind you and Ken were to Pat and me back in 1996 when we had just moved here from Mississippi State University with our 3 children. Pat was joining LSU as Department Chair and was happy to have Ken on his team. I also remember with fondness when you visited me at home and checked to make sure I was doing "all right". I admit I was scared of such a big city (ha) and the school system here and unloaded it all at our visit together! You were extremely kind and reassuring and I will always remember your generosity! I am so sorry you have lost your life's companion and know you have many friends, family, and, ESPECIALLY, Our Lord, Jesus, from whom to draw daily sustenance. Please phone me or come to visit when you feel stronger and need a GOOD EAR!!! ANYTIME. Sincerely, Michele Hegwood
Allen Owings
August 28, 2013
Thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Ken was a great man and friend. I enjoyed seeing him at basketball games and also the couple years I attended Univ Baptist church. He hired me at the LSU AgCenter. God Bless.
Leigh Ann Cox (Daniels), Bill and Jean Daniels
August 28, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. We were neighbors for so many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
August 28, 2013
Barbara and family,
Ken was a great friend always, and a great boss while I was Resident Director at the Sweet Potato and Calhoun Research Stations. He called me and invited me to interview for the Sweet Potato Station job when I was at the Clemson Coastal Station, thus my coming into the LSU Ag Center.
I know that Ken lives on in your hearts, as he lives on in my heart and memories.
Please accept my condolences.
Ron Robbins, West Monroe, LA
Margie Hampton
August 28, 2013
Dear Barbara and Family, May the Lord comfort you as you say goodbye for a time. I have fond memories of our times together at the LSU/BSU. Probably would not have heard of Ken's death except the Lord brought our daughter's together at the BSU many years later. I lost Dallas in 1976 so I know a little of what you feel today. The Lord is faithful and will comfort and strengthen you at this special time.
Margie Crowe Bateman Hampton (mother of Tara Bateman Shipp)
August 28, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with Aunt Barbara, Ken and family and Nancy and family. Uncle Ken will be greatly missed. Love and prayers to you, Janie & Jeff Wright
August 28, 2013
Barbara and family:
Know our prayers are with you in this time. Ken was a great friend, colleague, and servant to the Lord. We are thinking of you.
Carey and Kaye Froelich
Jane Evans
August 28, 2013
Sending thoughts and Prayers,
Jane Evans Dyer
Denise & Jim Barberis
August 27, 2013
I had hoped to see Uncle Ken at the family reunion next summer. Guess it will have to wait until God decides it's time to call me to that big Tipton reunion in Heaven. You were loved very much and will be sorely missed. I will always remember him and his pipe. Love, hugs, and prayers to Aunt Barbara, Kenny, Nancy, and their families.
Marty & Rick Tipton
August 27, 2013
The first time I met Uncle Ken, he and Barb got down on the floor and played with our little dachshund, Pogo. Not sure who was happier: the dog or K&B. Anyone who gets on the floor to play with dogs are good people in our book. Our prayers are with Barb, Ken Jr., Nancy and their families. We will be thinking of you on Friday. Much love!
Doris and Don Forgy
August 27, 2013
Our prayers are with Aunt Barbara, Ken and family and Nancy and family. We certainly will miss Uncle Ken, but cherish our special memories of St Louis visits! Love and prayers to you all in the days ahead!
David Lindquist
August 27, 2013
Mr. Tipton (and Mrs Barabara Tipton) have been the best neighbors the Lindquist family have ever had. We will sorely miss Ken and his kindness, his humor, and most of all his friendship. God bless.
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