Craig Donald Kirkpatrick

Craig Donald Kirkpatrick passed away on March 20, 2026.

Don served his country in the United States Army, a role he carried with quiet pride. He later spent his career as a mechanic, a job that suited him perfectly—because if it had an engine, Don could make it run, make it faster, or at the very least, make it louder.

When he wasn’t in the garage, Don enjoyed his westerns—especially Gunsmoke—and classic rock music that could usually be heard playing somewhere nearby. He was a man who never met a stranger, always ready with a joke, a conversation, or a story that might get a little better each time it was told.

If Don were here to give one last piece of advice, it would probably be to keep it simple: take care of your people, laugh whenever you can, and ever underestimate the importance of a good engine…or a good story.

Don leaves behind to cherish his memories, his children, Jodi (Kevin) Schade, Jennifer (Jessee) Combs, Eugene (Hillary) Kirkpatrick, Kelli (Gabe) Cooley and Cora Kirkpatrick; 17 grandchildren; brother, Wayne Kirkpatrick and a host of nephews.

Visitation will be Friday, April 3, 2026 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, Southwest Louisville Chapel, 10304 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY from 11a-6pm with a celebration of Don's life beginning at 6pm.

Don will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.

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