Ricky E. Gilpin

Ricky was born in Carrollton, Missouri, raised in Waverly, Missouri and went on to receive his BA and MA degree from Central Missouri State University.

Rick was the choral director at Warrensburg High School for 17 years and Raytown High School for 11 years and then retired from the Raytown School District in 2009.

Rick was also the director of The Declarations of Independence and The Raytown Community Choir for several years.

Rick was a beloved choir director and touched the lives of hundreds of students and adults alike. He had a wicked sense of humor, a big heart and left a legacy of music and memories for all that knew him as teacher and friend.

Rick leaves his life partner, Rick Bojeck (Jane Moore Majors and Bobby Moore), Son, Jeremy and wife, Ellie; daughter, Jessica; five grandchildren, Kelli, Haden, Kenna, Camden, and Rhett; brother Greg Gilpin of Indiana; many cousins and other family members.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents Gene and Bonnie Gilpin and Marilyn McGough.

Ricky also left his beloved menagerie of pets, which he adored and brought him much joy over the years.

IN THIS VERY ROOM

In this very room,

There's quite enough love for all of us.

And in this very room,

There's quite enough joy for all of us.

And there's quite enough hope, and quite enough power,

To chase away any gloom,

For Jesus,

Lord Jesus,

Is in this very room!

- Ron and Carol Harris

A visitation will be held on October 28, 2024 from 1pm to 2pm at Floral Hills Funeral Home. The visitation will be followed by a Celebration of Life from 2pm to 3pm. Ricky E Gilpin will be laid to rest following the Celebration of Life at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens.