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Scott Lucillious Kirkpatrick III
1946 - 2022
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Scott Kirkpatrick Obituary
Mr. Kirkpatrick was a graduate of Germantown High School in 1965 where he was voted "Mr. Germantown" his senior year. He was selected as "All-County" in football, basketball, and track. In addition, he was state champion in the long jump and the leading scorer in basketball for Shelby County upon graduation. While athletically gifted, Scott also excelled in his academia and received several scholarship offers from Ivy League, SEC, and ACC universities.
Mr. Kirkpatrick chose to follow his parents' wishes and attended Vanderbilt University upon receiving a full Division 1 basketball scholarship. He also lettered in track with a long-jump of 23' 10.5" as a freshman at the SEC championship meet. After graduating in 1968, Scott went on to pursue a law degree at Vanderbilt and ultimately received his Juris Doctor degree in 1971.
Mr. Kirkpatrick returned home to Memphis and joined his father's law practice of Kirkpatrick, Kirkpatrick, and Lucas. Upon his father's death in 1981, Scott took over the firm enjoying a long, successful career over the years until retiring in May 2022. Over the years, he enjoyed playing basketball at the YMCA downtown and working out.
Mr. Kirkpatrick is survived by his devout, loving, and prayer-warrior wife of 46 years, Narda Mason Kirkpatrick. He is survived by his four children: Scott (Katie), Frank (Courtney), Holly (Mark), and Edwin. He is survived by his older brother Jay (Peggy recently deceased) and younger brother Tommy (Sheila). He is survived by seven grandchildren: Ava, Kaylee, Nate, Josh, Katelyn, Lauren, and Mitchell. He was preceded in death by his parents, J.W. and Julia Kirkpatrick, and two brothers, Frank and Steve.
Memorial donations may be made to Bellevue Baptist Church, 2000 Appling Road, Cordova, TN 38016; or Baptist Reynolds Hospice House, 1520 W. Poplar Ave, Collierville, TN 38017.
The Kirkpatrick family would like to thank the incredible staff of Baptist Reynolds Hospice House and Baptist Trinity Hospice for the loving care provided to Mr. Kirkpatrick.
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Joe Ann Kennedy
April 9, 2025
A compassionate attorney. Saddened to hear of his passing.
Kristen Bezek
September 25, 2023
I took torts's from this wonderful person. He was so patient and thoughtful. I never forgot him. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great instructor.
Sabria Williams Richardson
July 23, 2023
Mr. Kirkpatrick was a very intelligent and sweet man .. he was one of my law teachers when Southwest was State Tech and he was also my attorney whenever I needed help or advice... I am so sad to find out he is no longer with us and my prayers go out to his family and friends xoxo
juan daLomba
September 23, 2022
A very good man and a good friend
Juan daLomba
Rhonda L Becton
September 21, 2022
Scott was truly an amazing brother-in-law. And what an athlete. I didn´t know of all of his athletic accomplishments. I´ll forever remember Scott´s brilliant legal mind, his willingness to help others along the way, the strength and courage shown during his illness, and of course his hilarious sense of humor. Such an unique individual and I was honored to know him. Rest in Christ´s glory now Scott.
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