Frank Kendall Tipton(Kenny), of Newnan, GA, died on October 28, 2017. He was born on September 12, 1966 in Decatur, GA. His early years were spent in Decatur, GA and Stone Mountain, GA and later in Bloomington, MN where he graduated from JFK High School. After attending Auburn University where he was a member of Chi Phi Fraternity, he entered the Navy as a Naval Aviator. After the Navy he flew for Sun Country Airlines and then began his dream job as a pilot for Delta Airlines.
There will be a memorial service for Kenny on Saturday November 11th at 11:00 a.m. with a visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church in Decatur, AL with a light lunch afterwards. A Burial service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, November 13th, at the Barrancas National Cemetery at the Pensacola Naval Air Station at Pensacola, FL.
He is survived by his daughter Kathryn Amelia Tipton, parents William and Ashlyn Tipton of Decatur, AL, brother William(Becky) Tipton IV, nephews Will and Matthew, aunt Sandra Wheeler, cousins Lisa(Lee) Friend, Wendy(Adam) Nichols, Randall Wade, Kim Daniels, and Kristie Greene.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made either to Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, 3809 Spring Avenue Decatur, AL 35603, or to Canine Assistants 3160 Francis Road Alpharetta, GA 30004
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In memory of a very special person whose life ended much to soon and will be missed always. Prayers of peace always to the Tipton family.
November 19, 2017
Please accept my heartfelt condolences to the Tipton family and friends for your immeasurable loss. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time (John 17:3). When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure in your heart and it lives forever. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace.
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November 14, 2017
mary houck
Kenny, I hope you found blue skies and peace in the palm of God's
hand. You were always a good friend and flying mate. You always tried to help and share yourself and energy.
We will miss your smile more than words can say.
My sincerest sympathies to all Kenny's friends and family.
Praying for peace, and comfort from above.
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November 7, 2017
Kimmi Dale Abrahamson
Thank you Kenny for all your hard work you've done here on earth promoting God through your writings , your conversations , kindness, helping people through words and deeds, by using your gifts and talents to better this world.. I won't forget your good looks , charm and Goofiness ...You are Missed and Loved by many.
Prayers to Kenny's family and friends for peace that surpasses ALL understandings .
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