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Jean Pierre Ramen (Robin)
I met Randy on the island of Diego Garcia,where he was stationed. As a civilian we became good friends as time went by, his place was the place to hang out on a friday or saturday night.I do remember him dragging me out of the Brit club at two in the morning to go skying and knee boarding in the lagoon. I had such a great time with Randy, crazy times but everlasting memories. Will never forget you bro. My regards to Annie and his whole family.
Suzanne Leffew/Josh Roche
We are so very sorry to here of Randy's passing. Will keep you all in our prayers.
Cynthia Herrington Hernandez
I remember him from 5th grade with that crazy walk that was like a hop in his step. We ran the streets, subteens,learned to grow in all those awkward teenagers ways. Then we went all our separate ways only to come full circle to our childhood home and reconnect as friends and as nurses. Unbelievable. Randy and I always felt a calling home to the place we shared so many memories of wonderful friends. I miss in this very moment. Love ya.
Chris Parish for the Parish Clan
I met Randy in the middle of the Indian Ocean on a British BIOT (British Indian Ocean Territory) Island called Diego Garcia. My wife Carolyn, nicknamed Ziggy there, were the best of friends with him. All the 3 of us did was hang out with the British Royal Marines and cut up. Randy was about the best friend I had there. Randy was a redneck grill chef. He was well liked by everyone and usually the life of the party. Some of the favorite slogans at the time were " That's you baby" or blow me like you know me. Randy may have been the first USN Diver to change the screw/propeller in water on a submarine at Kingsbay. We'll miss you Pipkin, Semper Fortis.
Daniel Dube
Jane kersey
Randy and I had a standing bet on fla/ga game every year he torture me starting in September. . He was one of my tenants here at postoaks since 2016. We had some happy times and sad but we walked it together. I’ll miss you but not your shirts lol
Charlie Catoe
Rock on to my partner in fun and great diving buddy!! Till we meet again Brother!!
Lee Ropp
I served with Randy on USS Prairie. A kind and gentle soul. Rest peace shipmate
Shawn Harter
Met and worked w Randy while on board the USS Prairie. Always had a smile on his face and very friendly. Always available to lend a hand or an ear when needed. RIP
Diane Carrier
I served with him on the USS Prairie. He always had asmile and jokes. Safe sailing my friend. You were 1 in a million.
Newsome family
Our deepest condolences to all of the family. Randy has been a part of our lives for over 50 years and he never failed to make us laugh! May he rest in Eternal peace with our heavenly Father.
Randall “Randy” Mark Pipkin
2024-08-06
Randall “Randy” Mark Pipkin, aged 67 of Fernandina Beach passed away at home on Tuesday, August 6th, 2024.
Randy was born on May 29th, 1957, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Jessie Gordon Pipkin and Clara Sue DeHart Pipkin Laurie (Charles Franklin). From Ohio, the family moved to California, then in 1967, Randy moved to Fernandina Beach with his mother and little sister. Through the years, he became a proud local and was part of the FBHS Class of 1975. After graduation, Randy attended the University of Florida and Florida Institute of Technology before joining the United States Navy. After retiring from the Navy, he graduated from Gulf Coast Community College with an associates degree in Nursing then went on to receive a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing at University of South Alabama.
Upon receiving his education in Nursing, Randy went on to work as a Registered Nurse at Bay Medical Hospital in Panama City Beach, FL. After a few years he decided to work closer to home, moving back to Fernandina Beach, and working at Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville.
He is survived by his children Joshua, Annie, and Emily Pipkin, and Auriel Pipkin Weinberg (David,). His children remember him as an adventurous, charismatic, and kind father who always pushed them to succeed.
Outside of becoming a father, one of Randy’s proudest accomplishments was becoming a skilled US Navy Deep Sea Diver, and the time he spent serving his country as a salvage diver and as part of the Experimental Diving Unit. He spent his many years of service exploring the deep sea, traveling the world, and having fun with his shipmates. In his recent years of retirement, Randy enjoyed fishing with his son, golfing with friends, and attending Florida Gator football games.
In addition to his devoted children and grandchildren, Randy is survived by a loving sister, Robin Weaver ( Ronnie), nephew Jared Weaver (Kirsten), niece Kristin Weaver Shook (Josh), and Aunt Mary Cox Powell (Terry.)
A service to celebrate Randy’s life will be held on Saturday, August 17th at 11am, at Oxley Heard Funeral Home, followed by military burial services at Bosque-Bello Cemetery. The family warmly invites guests to dress casually and come for visitation at 10 am prior to the service beginning. In honor of Randy’s favorite time of the year, guests are encouraged to wear college sports, golf, or fishing attire, or if you prefer, please consider wearing orange and blue that day.
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