Kevin Lee Kirkpatrick

Kevin Lee Kirkpatrick 1964 ~ 2007 Kevin Lee Kirkpatrick, age 43, returned to Heaven's loving arms on December 9, 2007, after suffering a cerebral hemorrhage to the brainstem. Our beloved son, father, brother, husband, friend and grandpa will be missed and remembered always for his big heart and tender soul. Kevin was born February 15, 1964 in Bountiful, Utah, the son of Dr. Michael K. and Jacquelin French Kirkpatrick (deceased) and Marged Ashton Kirkpatrick. He married Nancy Wabel in Salt Lake City, Utah on September 25, 1984. They shared four beautiful children, Krystal, Kacie, Kylee and Kody. After their divorce he found the love of his life, Lisa Staples Hill and they were married on November 6, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Kevin graduated from Skyline High School and was a leader in student government, DECCA, football and wrestling. He was awarded a scholarship in marketing to Weber State University. He received his Eagle Scout Award and was later called to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. When he eagerly began his career in retail, he was a Senior Buyer for Nordstrom Shoes in Walnut Creek, San Francisco, Chicago and Salt Lake City. He built friendships along the way that are still enduring. Later he became a Regional Manager for Aerosol Shoe Co. Seven years ago, Kevin began a new career in Landscaping and started his own company where he made the earth a more beautiful place to be. His customers were loyal because of his hard work and expertise. He always took time to befriend and reach out to others. Preceded in death by: his mother, Jacquelin French Kirkpatrick; grandparents, Dr. and Mrs. J. B. Kirkpatrick of Baytown, Texas; Mr. and Mrs. C. A. French, of Salt Lake City. Survived by: his wife, Lisa Staples Hill Kirkpatrick; children, Krystal Marie, Kacie Kae (Travis) Quinn, Kylee Korin, and Kody Lee JJ Kirkpatrick; stepchildren, Zachary Ryan Hill, Malissa Kaye (Christopher) Tisdale, Jackson James Hill; granddaughter, Skylee Rae Hill (Ashlee Parry); parents, Dr. Michael and Marged Ashton Kirkpatrick; sister, Kimberly Kirkpatrick; and his dear Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces, Nephews and In-laws. Kevin loved the outdoors, food, dancing, golf, U of U tailgating and chillin with his friends at Maggies and loved singing Karaoke. He loved cars and could fix anything. He rushed to the aide of those in need always with a smile, laughter and a Big Kev Hug. Kevin loves his children; they will always be his babies and will watch over them with his loving eyes. We love you and miss you, have fun in Heaven. A viewing will be held on Thursday, December 13, from 6-8 p.m. at Memorial Estates Mountain View, 3115 East 7800 South. Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 14, at the Holladay 26th Ward 4601 South 2565 East, Holladay, Utah at 12:00 noon with a viewing from 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Kevin Kirkpatrick Memorial Fund at any branch of Wells Fargo Bank.