A Celebration, remembering the life and legacy of Jack C. Pipes of Choudrant, LA., will be held Monday, July 31, 2017 at 3 P.M. in the Temple Baptist Church Sanctuary, Ruston, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Visitation will be Sunday, July 30, from 1:30 until 4 P.M., also in the Temple Baptist Church Sanctuary. Reverend Dale Oden will officiate, assisted by Dr. Michael Hawley. Interment will be at the Douglas Cemetery in Choudrant, LA.Mr. Jack, as most knew him, was born in Choudrant, LA to parents, Fred F. and Georgia Warren Pipes on July 27, 1926. On July 27, 2017, following a brief illness, he passed peacefully into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, while at home with his daughters by his side. It was his 91st birthday. Making full cycle, his life was blessed and a gift from God. He resided in Choudrant most of his life. It is so true that one may take the country boy out of the country, but you can't take the country out of the boy.Mr. Jack is preceded in death by his wife of 47 1/2 years, Atsie “Cherry”; father and mother, Fred F. and Georgia Warren Pipes; sister, Freddie Pipes Land; son-in-law, Benjamin Paul Echols. Left to cherish his memory are daughters Linda Pipes Echols, Bertha Ann Pipes Taylor (Buttons) and husband Marc S. Taylor. Grand Children, Daniel Shane Echols and wife Carmen McNeill; Amy Echols Allen and husband Shannon; Cherry Taylor Shaw and husband Jeremy; Amanda Taylor Walker and husband Chris; and Marc “Stephena” Taylor, II and wife Kimberly Gragg. Great Grandchildren, Austin Layne Allen and fiancee Michelle Burks; Ethan Caleb Allen, Katie Nicole Echols, Jackson Neill Echols, Taylor Corinne Shaw, Emmalane Grace Shaw, Micah Stephen Taylor, Makaylan Joy Walker, Hannah Elizabeth Walker, and Aaron Christopher Walker. Also, his companion of 22 years, Barberlene Sisemore and her family; and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.Mr. Jack attended Choudrant Elementary and High school until 1944, at which time he enlisted in the United States Navy. He proudly served his country on the LST 384, participating in the south pacific theater until his honorable discharge in April 1946. Upon his debriefing and discharge from the Navy, he returned home to the family farm. It was at this time he met the love of his life when a beautiful young nurse in training at the Ruston School of Nursing caught his eye and his heart. He and Atsie Corinne “Cherry” were married January 25, 1947. To this union Linda Cascile and Bertha Ann completed their family portrait. He was a man of strong character, a big heart, amazing work ethic and endless love for his animals and farm. The Circle-P brand, which was passed down to him from his uncle, served as a legacy of family and pride. He will be remembered for his tall slender figure, wearing starched pressed jeans and western shirt. To top it off, he sported his cowboy boots and Stetson hat. Many evenings he could be found out on the dance floor doing the two-step.He joined the Ruston Fire Department in 1946 and retired in 1991 as “Captain Jack”\u009D or “Uncle Jack”\u009D to many. During this time, many a firefighter would start his day with a hearty breakfast and lunch prepared by Captain Jack. From 1951 to 1967, he served as owner and co-owner of Ruston Barber Shop where many a young man, who because of family situations or financial struggles, could receive a free hair cut and maybe even a little “free”\u009D life skills counseling. In 1967, he and his family moved from Ruston back to his beloved family farm. Back in his element, he was blessed to have the opportunity to pursue his lifelong calling as a cattle rancher by raising registered black angus cattle. Among some of his activities, he served as president of the Lincoln Parish Cattlemen's Association. On his days off from the fire department, he pursued his cattle farming and sold Vita Firm and Morman livestock supplements to farmers and ranchers over north Louisiana. Many lifelong friendships were created and cultivated during this time. His last six months was spent in the home of his daughter in the middle of the cow pasture at Circle P Farm, on Pipes Road. Oh the joy he felt as he sat on the sun porch and watched his cattle grazing on the lush green bounty God so abundantly provided. He loved watching the baby calves playing games of chase and fighting as the mommas leisurely grazed off the tops of grass and watched their babies play. He enjoyed watching the blue birds building their nests and feeding their babies nesting in the boxes he so skillfully placed on fence posts. Hours of treasured conversation and reminiscing were shared in the sunroom with family and friends. He enjoyed fishing, but when it was too humid to venture out, he loved watching the fish roll, jump and churn the water as they fed. His little garden, which is in direct view from his spot on the sun porch, was a source of pride as it thrived and grew and produced tasty vegetables. The simple things, such as watching the white lizards catching bugs and playing on the windows outside, brought a smile and often times a hearty chuckle. However, his greatest joy was time spent with the grands and great-grands as they played and entertained him. Family time was always his favorite time. Mr. Jack has served in many capacities, which afforded him opportunities of reward during his lifetime. In 2000, the State of Louisiana honored Veterans of WWll who enlisted in the military prior to graduation, with their High School diploma during a special ceremony held in Baton Rouge. In 2014, he was honored to participate with other veterans of WWll as guests of Brookshire's to visit Washington D.C. and tour the various monuments and historical sites. In October 2016, he was honored to be invited by the Gary Sinise Foundation to travel to New Orleans and enjoy the WWII museum and receive a royal hero's welcome as a part of their Soaring Valor program. From 1987 until 2014, following the passing of his father, he served as Lincoln Parish Constable for Ward 5. He later served as Commissioner of Lincoln Parish Fire Protection, District # 1 and was instrumental in the procuring of properties on which many of the district fire stations are located. Also, he was a volunteer firefighter for LPVFD. During the Celebration of his 90th birthday, he was presented the prestigious Key to the City of Ruston by Mayor Ronny Walker. Daddy, Grand Dad, Captain Jack, Uncle Jack, Jackie Boy, and Daddy Jack are just a few of the titles he held among family and friends. And just some of the hats he wore along his journey on this earth. He was a treasure of treasures not soon to be forgotten. Serving as pallbearers are members of the Ruston Fire Department. Honorary Pallbearers are Retirees from the Ruston Fire Department and the Lincoln Parish Volunteer Fire Department. The family wishes to thank Carroll Home Health, the doctors and nursing staff of Glenwood Medical Center, and Heart of Hospice, and especially, Ms. Willie May Standifer, for her kind, gentle, compassionate heart and loving care she provided our daddy. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the missions programs of Temple Baptist Church, Cook Baptist Church or the charity of choice.