James T. Kilpatrick
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James T. Kilpatrick

  • August 2, 1916 - December 7, 2011
  • Casselberry, Florida
  • Hospice of the Comforter
    480 W. Central Parkway
    Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
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“Uncle Russ, I'll always treasure the fact that some of my very best childhood memories were made spending time with you. I have and will always...Read More » ”
1 of 6 | Posted by: Mary Ellen - TN - Student/friend

“You were an amazing gentleman, Russ. I will always remember your kindness, your sense of humor, your fascinating stories, and your gentle,...Read More » ”
2 of 6 | Posted by: Jacquelyn Fain - FL - Friend

“I WILL MISS YOU/ YOUR SMILE/WAVE EVERY MORNING.REST IN PEACE AND GOD BLESS YOU.YOUR FRIEND PAT ”
3 of 6 | Posted by: pat francis - Casselberry

“I will always remember our time together though it has been many years. We use to sing together and have a great time. There was always a laugh and a...Read More » ”
4 of 6 | Posted by: Connie Ward - Apopka, FL - Friend

“I LOVE YOU/WILL MISS YOU FOREVER..YOU ARE SO VERY SPECIAL TO ME..I WAS LUCKLY TO HAVE KNOW YOU/HAVE YOU IN MY LIFE..I WAS BLESSED TO HAVE BEEN THE...Read More » ”
5 of 6 | Posted by: jenny wilson - casselberry

“GOD BLESS YOU, MY FRIEND. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR TIME TOGETHER. REST IN PEACE! LOVE, DONNA ”
6 of 6 | Posted by: DONNA M. ODEN - LAS VEGAS, NV


James (Jimmy) Kilpatrick AKA Russ Robinson age 95 went to be with our Lord December 7, 2011. Born August 2, 1916 to George Kilpatrick and Annie Laurie Jenkins Kilpatrick, his mother was the 1st Miss American in 1912. He was a WWII Veteran and decorated POW having received a Purple Heart, Bronze Star, and Five Campaign Stars. He had a radio show in high school on NBC, on which he played piano and read poetry. The show was nationally syndicated, where he accompanied Frank Sinatra 26 years, Judy Garland, Vic Damone, Diahann Carroll, Liza Minnelli and other major talents. He was also Tommy Dorsey featured pianist. He was president of the International Songwriters Guild, judge for Miss America and other beauty contests. He relocated to Orlando in 1969 to care for his mother. He still played the piano locally and throughout Florida. He was National Pianist of the Year 1990-1991, Official Pianist 1996 Olympic Games Atlanta, and received the Golden Clef Award. He played in over 100 motion pictures. He was a very giving and caring man and will be missed by so many. We will always love you Mr. Russ and you will be in our hearts forever. I will treasure our time together, caregiver- Jenny. He leaves behind lots of friends and family; William and Richard Jenkins, best friend Bob L. There are so many. He was preceded in death by his mother Annie Laurie and his cousin and childhood friend William L. Jenkins Sr. There will be a viewing Monday, December 12, 2011 from 5-8PM at the Baldwin Fairchild Lake Ivanhoe Chapel, 301 NE Ivanhoe Blvd. Orlando, FL. Services will be held Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 10AM at the funeral home. Mr. Kilpatrick will be laid to rest beside his mother at Glen Haven Memorial Park in Winter Park, FL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VITAS Charitable Fund, 2201 Lucien Way Suite 100, Maitland, FL 32751. Thanks to VITAS Team 191. A very special thanks to his nurse Elaine Eike RN. You were so great Elaine, thanks from Jenny and Patty. We will be celebrating Mr. Russ's life after the graveside at Jenny's home.