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Curtis Pipkin Obituary
PIPKIN, 90
Dairy Farmer
LAKELAND - Curtis Pipkin, 90, passed away, as a result of cancer, Thursday, March 29, 2012. Born, November 24, 1921 in Lakeland, Florida, Mr. Pipkin was a lifelong resident of Polk County. He attended Georgia Military Academy and Montverde Academy. Mr. Pipkin was an honorably discharged veteran of the Merchant Marines, where he served during World War II. He was the owner/operator of Pipkin Dairy. Mr. Pipkin was a member of Ruby Street Church of God.
Mr. Pipkin was preceded in death by his daughter, Pam Pipkin. He is survived by wife, Mary Pipkin; sons, Sam Swann, Greg Pipkin, Jeff Pipkin, Jeff Flagg and Jody Flagg; daughters, Lexie Pipkin and Joy Barlow; 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
The Pipkin family will receive friends, Tuesday, April 3, 2012, from 9-10am at Gentry-Morrison Funeral Home, Southside Chapel at 1727 Bartow Road in Lakeland. A funeral service will follow at 10am. Interment will take place at Fitzgerald Cemetery in Lakeland.
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Memories and Condolences
for Curtis Pipkin
Frank Early
March 26, 2024
Greg & Jeff, May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. May the Lord give you strength to continue through life as strong as you both are. God bless you !
Keith Finney
April 3, 2012
Pipkin Family: Daily Prayers are with you, I learned so much from Mr. Pipkin as a child that has followed me through adulthood. A time to work, a time to play, do a job right the first time, to an honest days work for an honest days pay. Mr. Pipkin your already miss by many. Thank You for all you have given and the memories!!!!
Frank Early
April 3, 2012
Greg, Jeff -- I am truly sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed being around your dad. I am sorry I can't be there for you. Take care of yourselves.
kenny jordan
April 3, 2012
he was a great man he was one i will never forget i learned a lot about the dairy i be thanking about the family may god bless
Linda Thornton
April 2, 2012
Greg and Jeff,
Uncle Curt was always so very special and kind to me. I will miss his smile. I am so thankful I got to see him when my dad passed away. It's so hard to lose a loved one, it leaves a hugh hole in your heart. But know that soon the hole will begin to close with all the wonderful memories and stories you have of him. I think dad is trying to get him to bet on a golf game! I loved him and I love you guys very much. Cousin Linda and Family
Vera Freeman Tungate
April 2, 2012
Thinking and praying for your family. Mr. Pipkin was indeed a "one of a kind" and an icon to Medulla. He will be missed.
Dorothy Holley
April 2, 2012
Mary and family,
So sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers.
Deborah Talley
April 2, 2012
God saw you getting tired,
When a cure was not meant to be.
So He wrapped His arms around you,
And whispered, "come to me."
You didn't deserve what you went through,
So He gave you rest.
God's garden must be beautiful,
He only takes the best.
And when I saw you sleeping,
So peaceful and free of pain,
I could not wish you back,
To suffer that again.
Sandra McCurry
April 2, 2012
Mary and Family,
Curtis was such a blessing to us at Genesis. I always told him he made our Friday afternoons brighter with his presence as he lovingly cared for the plants. May you be comforted by your memories and your strong faith.
April 2, 2012
You were a wonderful man and your good deeds on this Earth will not go unrewarded. You have earned both your crown and your robe. You touched so many lives in such positive ways, many will mourn your passing, but now you can go rest high on that mountain, Until we all meet again, Dawn Mitchell
Gwynne Gunter
April 1, 2012
My thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this time.
Jeff Pipkin
April 1, 2012
Hey Dad,
I have truly been blessed to have been your son and to have had you as my Dad. I am grateful to have had the opportunity not only to grow up with your guidance as a boy, but also to have worked with you for so many years and to have had you in my life every day....by your side... as a child and a man. The man that you taught me to be.
You were the Best Father, Dad, Mentor, Pop's and Friend that a son could ever ask for.
"Dad" Your Love also taught me how to be patient, how to be kind (Corinthians 13,7-13) How it always protects, trust, has hope and perserveres.
You taught me to work hard, be honest and to help others to the best of my ability.
You have given the Pipkin name...Integrity, Honor and Respect. Not only in your personal life but also in the community and the business world, and so much more.
You have been and always will be a Loving Father, a Loving Husband and a Loving Friend to many.
I am so very Honored and Blessed to have had you as my Father.
You are truly what a Legacy is meant to be..
You have left your mark on this earth and on a lot of hearts.
Not only as a War Hero, a Dairy Farmer or a Realtor.
But, also in the making and History of Polk County.
As did the many generations of Pipkin's before you.
But, to me..."Pop" You were always my hero.
And not only left your mark on my heart but,
on all our hearts forever.
Not only Your Friends and your Family but, everyone fortunate enough to have known you.
I will miss your Love, Your Laughter and Your Smile. I will think of you everyday...
"DAD" ....You alway's said, ..and I'll never forget..
You said with Love and a grin..
" Son.... It'll feel better..once it quit's hurting"
"Get up and go on, boy" "You'll be alright !"
Thanks to you, that's what made me......Me !
Well, I could go on and on, with so many great memories.
But there are so many to tell !
So, with this.. it's not a Goodbye but, " I'll see y'all in Heaven ". Save me a seat at the buffet.
" I LOVE YOU, DAD "
Your Loving Son,
JEFF
OH, I almost forgot... Please tell Uncle Ray, Sis and all the others "Hi !" for me.
and by the way, "My anvil is in one piece"
Delbert and Anna Wood
April 1, 2012
Thanks Mr. Pipkin for some great memories. You and Mary are such a blessing. We love you both.
Shane McGuire
April 1, 2012
May God bless your passing and the family you leave behind.
renee (finney) blevins
April 1, 2012
thank yu Curt for all the wonderful memories, growing up on the dairy was great. i love yu and yu will always be in my heart. love and miss yu very much,
Randy and Diane Worrells
April 1, 2012
Mary,
Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. With love.
April 1, 2012
Mr. P - Thank you for sharing your precious knowledge of plants with me - you taught me so much and so very gracious with your kindness. I know you are planting those fields and watching over all. Be at peace -
Gail Thompson - Lakeland,FL
Marilyn & Bob Wood
April 1, 2012
Curtis my friend, what a blessing you were to all the people you came in contact with, you are with Jesus and without pain and we love you and Mary.
Sam Swann
April 1, 2012
Thank you God for your Mercy and most of all for your Grace. Their is much joy in knowing that he is with you Jesus for all eternity and that one day we will see one another again. You will be missed but not forgotten! Love you dad! Proverbs 3:5&6
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