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Robert Tippy Obituary
Bob was born Dec. 29, 1936, in Clifford to LeRoy and Bertha Marie (Hunsick) Tippy.
He married Shirley Fay Neibel on July 20, 1957, in Ozark.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Tippy of Carterville; daughter and son-in-law, Tammy and Doug Crosley of Carterville; two sons, Robert "Jay" Tippy Jr. and companion, Debbie Collins, of Herrin, and Rocky Tippy of Herrin; five grandkids, Rane Crosley, Kirby Crosley, Cody Crosley, Caitlin Tippy, and Scott Tippy; and a brother, John LeRoy Tippy of Pinckneyville.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Charles Tippy.
Bob was a heavy equipment operator who worked out of the Operating Engineers Local 318 in Marion for more than 20 years. He also worked as a farmer, raising soybeans and corn on the family farm.
He was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 318, NRA, Illinois State Rifle Association, and Williamson County Farm Bureau.
Bob enjoyed hunting, raising bees, feeding and watching the hummingbirds, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and watching his grandkids play ball at the park.
It was Bob's request to be cremated and not have any services.
Riggin-Pillatsch and Burke Funeral Home in Carterville is in charge of arrangements.
To view this obituary and sign the guest register, visit www.rigginpillatschburkefh.com.
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Scott and Marsha Wade
June 6, 2011
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one!
June 5, 2011
My name is Ibbie Jean (Tippy) Boren. Bob & I are cousins. Bob and I grew up together in Herrin. His father & my father were brothers and we spent many a joyful time playing together as kids. My memories will always keep him in my heart. Someday we will meet again. May you rest in peace.
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