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Bennie Killpack Obituary
July 6, 1927 ~ May 4, 2012
Bennie B. Killpack, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away May 4, 2012, at the age of 84. Born July 6, 1927, in Ferron, Utah, the seventh of eight sons born to Eva Williams and Llewellyn Killpack, he graduated from South Emery High School in 1945, then enlisted in the Navy and served in the South Pacific. He graduated from Brigham Young University in 1949 and attended graduate school at the University of Utah. He and his sweetheart, Winona Luke, were married in the Salt Lake Temple on Sept. 9, 1946 and have celebrated 66 years together. They made their home in Oakley, Idaho; Snowflake, Arizona; Coalville, Utah; Springville, Utah; Castle Dale, Utah; and most recently, Orem, Utah.
He enjoyed music and played the trumpet in a band. For more than 40 years, Ben touched the lives of countless young people as he taught and coached high school students. An exceptional athlete, Ben was a champion basketball player and played almost daily into his 80s. He never wavered in his faith and served as a Bishop and in many other leadership positions in the LDS Church. After retiring from public education, he and his wife operated a successful real estate business in Emery County, Utah.
Kindness, humor and friendship were his hallmarks. Stories and jokes were his specialty. His life was one of devotion to his family, his church and his community. He was truly loved by all who knew him and will be missed beyond measure.
He is survived by his wife and their children, Steven B. Killpack, Susan Killpack Peay (Roger) and Melody Killpack Clyde, as well as 17 grandchildren and 21 great- grandchildren, also survived by sister-in-laws Shirley Killpack, Kathryn Tarter, Maude Killpack and Marjorie Luke.
He was preceded in death by his seven brothers.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 12, 2012, at 1:00pm at the Orangeville Chapel in Orangeville, Utah. A viewing will be held from 11:00-12:30 prior to the service. Interment will follow at the Orangeville City Cemetery under the trusted care of Heritage Funeral Home. Friends and family may sign the guestbook at heritagefuneralhomeutah.com.
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for Bennie Killpack
April 7, 2013
THANK YOU FOR YOUR MESSAGE. I WAS GLAD TO HEAR FROM YOU. IONE DIED FROM SMOKERS DISEASE [COPD] BUT SHE NEVER SMOKED. MY E-MAIL ADDRESS [email protected]
Stephen & Corinne Sorenson
May 12, 2012
Steven & Melody - We are sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. I remember having him as a teacher at Springville Jr. HIgh - ages ago. What a great man. We hope all is well with you and your family. We are loving our mission here in Moscow, Russia and will be home July 2013. Our love and best to you...Corinne & Stephen Sorenson
May 11, 2012
I am very sorry that Mr.Kilpack passed without the many of us his former students having a reunion of some type to express personally the respect that we had for him. He exemplified fairness and consideration for others. Jesse Duane Everett
May 10, 2012
Steve,
My concolances on the passing of your father. You and your family will be in my thoughts during this time.
~Kathleen Moran Marquardt
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Nancy Umphenour Isom
May 9, 2012
Sorry to hear of yours dad's passing. He was one of my favorite teachers in High School. My thoughts and prayers will be with your family.
May 8, 2012
I am sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a great man and teacher. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynette Thorpe Antonino Posey
May 8, 2012
Dear Steve, Susan and Melody;
Your dad was my favorite. My sincerest condolences.
Roger Davies
Pat Spencer
May 8, 2012
Dear Melody, Susan and Steve,
Your father was a very special man. I have fond memories of him in your home while playing with Melody, in the classroom as he was a favorite teacher, and as my bishop. I know you will miss him. My deepest condolences at this juncture in your lives. Many prayers and thoughts are being sent your way. Warmly, Pat Murdock Spencer
Zackary Ben Killpack
May 8, 2012
On be half of the family thanks for all of the great comments and thought!!!Zackary Ben Killpack
shelley cingolani-abshire
May 7, 2012
you know there is if you are lucky a.teacher that.touches.your heart, and from time to time about them. Mr.Killpack was one of those teachers. i remember him.writing and teaching the emery fight song and wouldnt you know it, i still.remember it. :) thanks for the education but the.laughter,compassion,and humor
May 7, 2012
Sorry to hear of Bens passing. We played a lot of basketball together at South Emery H. S. Winona and I we friends and classmates from grades 1 through 12 in Orangeville, Castle Dale and Ferron. Richard D. Scow, Mesa, Arizona
Steve & Pat Murphy
May 7, 2012
Steve, We are truly sorry for your family's loss. We understand the sorrow you are feeling and hope that you take time to remember the good times you spent with your father.
Dana Heimback
May 7, 2012
I am so sorry to see Uncle Ben leave us. He brought me so much comfort when I lost my own father and mother. I loved him so much. I am thinking of you all, Winona, Melody, Susan, and Steven. God Bless you!
Dana
May 7, 2012
Mr. Killpack -synonymous with Springivlle High School My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I am sure he will be greatly missed.
Saundra Weight Pollock, Las Vegas, Nevada
May 7, 2012
I remember Bishop Killpack with fondness. He was not one to judge and he always made me feel welcome. So much so, that I asked him to officiate my wedding. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Imagine the reunion being held on the other side. Condolences to his family. Michelle (Weight) Nielson Whitewater Colorado
Kent Hart
May 7, 2012
Steve,
So sorry to hear about your father's passing. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I appreciate all you have done for me personally and for giving me a chance at the Federal Defender Office. I wish you the best.
Kathie Talbot Bird
May 7, 2012
What a fine man and wonderful teacher he was. He taught me how to drive a stick shift and he made it fun....thanxx Mr. Killpack.......
James Adams
May 7, 2012
I have had many teachers in my life, But by far he was my Favorite.
A wonderful man.
Derk Palfreyman
May 7, 2012
So sorry to hear about the death of your dad. Ben was my neighbor, bishop, teacher, Drivers ed instructor and wonderful friend.
Derk and Karen Palfreyman
Jo McCandless
May 7, 2012
To the Killpack Family,
My sincerest condolances on the loss of such a wonderful man. He was a great teacher, bishop and friend....I so enjoyed my association with him! My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time!
Jo(Weight)McCandless
Sherry Campbell
May 6, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to you " Nonnie" and your family-We love & miss you.
With Great Respect & Love
Cam & Sherry Campbell
Castle Dale Neighbors
Carla Sly Roach
May 6, 2012
I have many memories of this wonderful teacher (which includes drivers ed) as well as being a neighbor. As I have not been back to Springville in many years my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wade & Tina Peacock
May 6, 2012
Our hearts go out to your family. We have many fond memories of Ben. May His arms be wrapped tightly around you at this time.
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