He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Gladys Kilborn, a daughter: Teresa Kilborn-Overstreet; two sons: John J. Kilborn and Darrel Melton; six grandchildren: Brianna Kilborn, Charlie Kilborn, Elijah Kilborn, Nathanael Kilborn, Moriah Kilborn, Jaleah Kilborn, and three great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends to mourn his passing.