Robert James Kirkpatrick Jr, 79, of Olmsted Township, OH, died Saturday July 2nd, 2022 after battling brain cancer. He was born September 29th, 1942 to Robert and Betty (Coburn) Kirkpatrick, now deceased. Bob was preceded in death by his brother John.
Bob attended and graduated from John Marshall High School class of 1960. He attended Ohio University and graduated with a degree in Chemistry in 1965. He worked at Gibson-Homans for over 30 years as the Vice President of Research and Development. He then worked at Bay United Methodist Church as the Director of Care Ministry for another 10 years.
Bob was a lifelong member of Christ United Methodist Church in Cleveland where he was involved in all areas of the church which was one of his deepest passions.
While at Ohio University he met his wife of 57 years, Nanci (Bowling) Kirkpatrick. They have two children Robert James Kirkpatrick III, wife Heidi, Heather-Lynne (Shannon), husband Tim and grandchildren Amanda Killmeyer, husband Andrew, Benjamin Kirkpatrick, Mackenzie and Amber Shannon.
He loved to work in his yard, traveling, going out to dinner with friends, and spending time with family. He enjoyed connecting with people and make lasting friendships. His favorite expression - It’s all good!
Celebration of Life service will be held Sunday, July 10, 2022 from 2-3pm at Christ United Methodist Church, West 138th Street, Cleveland. A graveside service will be held Monday, July 11, 2022 at 11AM at Sunset Memorial. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name can be made to the Memorial Fund at Christ United Methodist Church on West 138th Street Cleveland.