Alex Kilpatrick

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16.01.2009 : David Bell wrote Living across the road from Alex, me and my father got to know one of the most charming and friendly people you are ever likely to meet. Always there for a joke, smiling and tending to his lawn and flowers with Denise, shouting silly comments across the road to me or my dad.

I know Alex and my father will be sharing a whiskey or two up above, looking down and making sure we're all safe, and continuing to give us all the love we need to go on.

A man who faught so hard for what he believed in, and someone we can all look to and remember for guidance and inspiration.

Another friend has passed, but never forgotten.

David Bell
18.01.2009 : Denise Kilpatrick wrote An Eternal Memory of My Dear Husband, Alex - Soulmate and Friend

This is a token of my love
a message just to say
That I miss you so very much
and think of you each day
For if wishes could be granted
and all my dreams came true
What I'd want more than anything
is some more time with you
Rest peacefully, Dear Alex
for although we are apart
The precious love we always shared
still lives forever in my heart
18.01.2009 : Denise Kilpatrick wrote In Loving Memory of my Dear Husband, Alex, who fought so bravely and never once complained. With grateful thanks also to the Marie Curie Nurses and Tree Tops Nurses who enabled Alex to stay in his own home with his family he so dearly loved.
18.01.2009 : Bill Grange wrote We are sure that all who knew him will be greatly saddened to hear that Alex is no longer with us. Alex was really the founder of the Friends of Allestree Park and has been the driving force behind many of our projects, being an inspiration to us all with his enthusiasm and warm sense of humour. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word.

The Friends will continue with the work that he inspired to improve our wonderful park, as a fitting tribute to a very special man.

Bill Grange, Deputy Chairman, Friends of Allestree Park
18.01.2009 : Gaynor Dormer wrote Alex was our neighbour and friend for over 18 years. He was a very special, inspirational man with a positive attitude and overwhelming kindness. A true gentleman he worked tirelessly for many causes. He always had a twinkle in his eyes and time for a chat. He touched many peoples lives and will always be remembered.
We are so proud to have known Alex and our love is sent to his wonderful wife and soulmate Denise. From Gaynor, Lawrence, Amy and Zoe Dormer xxxx
18.01.2009 : Mo Holmes wrote

Alex was such a lovely man who will be missed ,but remembered with love and affection.
Rest in peace after a brave flight. Mo
18.01.2009 : Anne Smith wrote I first met Alex in 1996 when I was appointed as a magistrate in Derby. I was immediately enrolled into the Magistrates' Association of which Alex was a leading light both locally and nationally. It is his fault that I am constantly in London on MA business as I seemed to "take over" where Alex had left off especially on the Youth Courts Committee - talk about Svengali - I didn't even notice what had happened!!!
I had known Denise for years as our children had gone to school together and our paths crossed many times through the years until I realised that Denise and Alex were a pair - of what you cry!
Well they were a pair of very dear friends. We shared a love of caravanning and Ireland and then along came Ellie their beautiful little spaniel.
I shall miss Alex desperately as a friend and a mentor - he was a very wise man and a Leo like me!!
I thankfully still have my lasting friendship with Denise whose company I love and cherish.

Alex Kilpatrick a gentle man in every way - Lots of love to you from Anne xxx
18.01.2009 : Anne Smith wrote I met Alex in 1996 when I was appointed as a magistrate in Derby. He immediately enrolled me as a member of the Magistrates' Association of which Alex was a leading light, both locally and nationally especially on Youth Court affairs.
It is his fault that I spend days in London on MA business taking over where he left off and I didn't see it coming!! Talk about Svengali. All, however, worthwhile.
Denise and I had known each other for years and our paths crossed frequently - it was Denise who encouraged me to apply to become a magistrate and when I realised that Alex and Denise were together I got a BOGOF. What great friends they became. We shared a love of caravanning and Ireland and then along came their beutiful spaniel, Ellie,. another shared love.
Alex and I shared a star sign - Leo - the sun and leadership are trademarks. I will miss Alex desperately as the sun has shaded somewhat and he was to me a very wise man and a mentor.
I still, thankfully, have my friendship with Denise whose company I cherish.

Alex Kilpatrick - a gentle man in every sense - love Anne
18.01.2009 : Anne Smith wrote I will miss Alex desperately - he was a very wise man and my mentor. Our star sign of Leo will still shine brightly but a shadow passes over.

Alex Kilpatrick - a gentle man in every sense

With love Alex to you and Denise
Hope you have a wee scotch with you!
Anne x
19.01.2009 : James Tiffney wrote Alex was a man who inspired many people and was loved and adored by individuals from all walks of life. He threw much input into these lives, this being one of the factors why he was respected to such a high level.

A man that would do anything for anybody and at the time of crisis would be there to assist.

Throughout his life he thrived on his volunteer work, this showing again just what a man he was.

Alex loved dearly and was loved dearly by my mum Denise. When times were hard, Alex was there at her side.

Whenever i needed advice, i knew i could turn to him, anytime, anyplace. He always had the answer, and it was a good one.

Jack and Jessica, his grandchildren adored Alex, known to them as POPPY,always begging to visit. The feelings were mutual from him - he thought the world of them.

Alex will live in our hearts forever. You'll never be forgotten. Thanks for everything. I hope i can fight like you.

Rest in peace.

Love James, Tracey, Jack and Jess
20.01.2009 : Rudy and Pat Gajdosik wrote Twenty-eight years ago our family met Alex through a pen pal contest assigned the boys of Troop #3 Boy Scouts, Derby, USA. My grandmother was a Kilpatrick and we were in hopes of finding a relative in England. Alex wasn't related but our friendship endured these many years. Alex was a good friend, supportive in times of need and a good listener.

My husband, Rudy and I enjoyed a companionable relationship with Alex and Denise and will always remember our trips into Scotland and England. His generous nature made our visits memorable. The one trip Alex and Denise made to the USA we traveled to Niagara Falls and Canada. Alex put on his driving gloves, kept his eyes on the road and drove, once and awhile saying, "What state are we in now?'. 10 hours later we were still in the state of New York.

We will miss the twinkle in his eye when he got his cowboy hat. The satisfaction on his face as he relaxed with a scotch in hand. The love that shown for his wife, Denise.

Denise, we thank you for the loving care you bestowed on Alex. You were his world.
Love, Pat/Rudy
21.01.2009 : Kath Heap wrote I was so fortunate to meet Alex and his wife Denise many years ago and recognised their love for each other. This love became even stronger with Denise caring and nursing Alex through his long battle against his illness.

Alex was a very wise, intelligent and truly wonderful man with a thirst for knowledge that never diminished. He had a big heart and was inspirational to all who knew him, described as a man before his time. His dedication for his work for others was recognised with the award as a Community Champion 2008, which was well and truly deserved.

Denise will miss you so much and so will all who know you.

Goodnight, my dear friend, and God Bless you.
22.01.2009 : Stephanie Paulin wrote I remember Alex as being a kind and gentle man. In fact, he was a gentleman in every sense of the word, courteous, friendly, and considerate. He was always willing to give a helping hand, always with a smile. He was good company and had a wealth of interesting tales to tell.

Alex had an enormous thirst for knowledge and new experiences. He will be sadly missed and his passing will leave a huge gap in the lives of his family and numerous friends.

God Bless

Stephanie
29.01.2009 : Jeanette Tristram wrote It was through his wife Denise that I first met Alex. Denise and I worked together and we just seemed to click from day one, and our friendship has grown over the years and it is a friendship that I value highly. To me Alex and Denise were a 'team', one didn't work properly without the other and they shared a true love and commitment for each other. Alex was a lovely, warm and caring person who was always ready to share a joke and had a very mischievious glint in his eye. He had a real passion for life which shone through in all his many interests. There are not enough people in this world like you Alex, and you will be greatly missed by all who's lives you touched. Rest in peace
dear friend.
Jeanette xx
02.02.2009 : Roy Thomson wrote I was a student of Mr Kilpatrick way back in the early 70s when he was a lecturer at Willmorton college and although I only saw him once more after that time he was always the one that stuck in my memory and I have never been surprised when I have read about his various interests and involvement with things in the paper. Needless to say I was sad to read of his illness in the paper last year. I would like to send my deepest sympathy to his family and friends. I remember him as a very thoughtful, intelligent man with a sharp wit that could catch a few unaware and as a teacher that did just that. I know that he would not have remembered me or many of his students individually but I do know that many more than myself will remember him with great respect and affection.

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HeartAdded by Denise Kilpatrick SunAdded by Anne Smith
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