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Hattie Kilpatrick Program

It is with loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Mrs. Hattie Mae Pearson Kilpatrick , 78, of Tallahassee, Florida, who transitioned from this life into eternal rest on Monday, January 12, 2026.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the TILLMAN OF TALLAHASSEE CHAPEL , 4006 Crawfordville Road, Tallahassee, FL 32305.

Viewing-visitation will be 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the TILLMAN OF TALLAHASSEE CHAPEL (850-942-1950) .

Hattie Mae Kilpatrick , affectionately known as "Monk", was born on January 1, 1948, in Summerton, South Carolina to Lee Ernest Pearson and Susie Mae Gibson.

She was preceded in death by her daughter: Beverly Yates; both of her parents; and her siblings: James Pearson, Barbara Pearson, Mike Pearson, Foster Garland and Keith Pearson.

Hattie was a woman whose life spoke softly, yet powerfully. She did not seek attention or recognition, but her presence was always felt. In her gentle way, she offered care, encouragement, and steadiness to those around her.

She had a quiet resilience– one that extended grace, carried burdens without complaint, and met life with hope even when the road was not easy. Regardless of what difficulties she may have faced throughout her life, you would not catch her complaining. Not health issues; not pain; nothing could take away her sweet smile and gentle laugh. No matter what she was dealing with, you could count on her to say, "I'm fine!" and "I feel alright!" What a blessing it was to witness such a great strength and powerful spirit!

On Monday, January 12, 2026, Hattie Mae Kilpatrick transitioned to Glory. Though her absence is greatly felt, Hattie's life was full and rich with love. She has earned her rest. She modeled the way we should live by the love she carried for others, the gentleness in her demeanor, and the softness in her smile. It is true that we can no longer hold her hand, but we can carry and embody the spirit of who she was. Her story doesn't end here ---it lives on through her family, loved ones and the countless ways she touched those around her.

Hattie Mae "Monk" Kilpatrick leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories to her husband: Leroy Kilpatrick; children: Kathy Williams, Sonja Laster, Eric Brown and Derryl Brown; 15 grandchildren; beloved siblings: Robert Pearson, Albert Pearson, Debra Green and Levy Garland; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family members, loved ones and friends.

It is our profound honor to have been entrusted with the care of Mrs. Kilpatrick and to serve the Kilpatrick Family.