KIRKPATRICK, Rodney C. "Kirk" - b. September 15, 1952 - d. June 17, 2015

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Rodney C. "Kirk" Kirkpatrick, age 62, a resident of Longton, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on June 17, 2015 at the Sedan City Hospital in Sedan, Kansas.  He was born on September 15, 1952 to James and Marie (McCreary) Kirkpatrick in Sedan, Kansas. 

The family made their home in Longton where Rodney attended and graduated from the Longton School system in 1970.  On August 13, 1972, Rodney was united in marriage to Teressa Jane Thomas in Moline, Kansas.  He attended and graduated from Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, Kansas in 1974 with a Bachelor of Science in Technology where he majored in Mechanical Design.

After graduating from college, Rodney came back to Longton to help his parents run their business, Kirk's Service which was located in downtown Longton for many years.  In 1983, Rodney and Teressa were blessed with a daughter.  Later, they opened Kirk's Mini-Mart in Longton which they have owned and operated for over twenty years.  Over the years, Rodney enjoyed several hobbies such as building and flying model airplanes, building dune buggies, computer games, fishing, and golf.

Rodney is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Teressa; his only child, Crystal Kirkpatrick Bliss and her husband, Cliff; and one beloved grandcat, Walter.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his younger brother, Chelsea Lynn. 

The family invites friends to a visitation on Monday, June 22, 2015 at the Longton Christian Community Church from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with the funeral services starting at 11:00 a.m. with Joe Love officiating.  Interment will follow at the Longton Cemetery.  To leave a message of condolence to the family, please visit www.webbrodrickfuneralhome.com.  The family suggests memorials be made to the City of Longton for the purpose of repaving the city streets.  They may be sent in care of Webb & Rodrick Chapel, 306 W. Main, Independence, Kansas 67301 which is in charge of arrangements.

(taken from the Webb & Rodrick website)