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WILLIAM KIPPLE Obituary

KIPPLE
WILLIAM A., on April 1, 2016. Beloved husband of Jean (nee Johnson). Devoted father of William M. and Peter D. Kipple (Lenora). Loving Pop of Ryan, Sean, Kevin, Danielle and Brittany. Great Pop of Leah and Lily. Bill was a former supervisor for PECO, past president of Fox-Rok AA and NESAC Organization. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Wednesday eve 6 to 8 P.M. and Thursday 12 Noon followed by Prayer Service 1 P.M. WACKERMAN FUNERAL HOME, 8060 Verree Rd., Phila. PA 19111. Int. Washington Crossing National Cem. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to Alzheimer's Assoc., 399 Market St., Suite 102, Phila., Pa 19106 appreciated.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Apr. 5, 2016.

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John A. Schwartz

April 1, 2025

Still missing you MSG Kipple. We had a a lot a good times in the Army Reserve and I have a lot of great memories. RIP with Jean and Billy Jr.

John A. Schwartz

March 30, 2024

Hey Master Sergeant Kipple, still missing you. Rest in Peace.

John A. Schwartz

April 2, 2023

RIP Master Sergeant Kipple. He was my mentor in the Army Reserve. He is missed by all who knew him.

John A. Schwartz

March 30, 2022

Still missing you MSG Kipple. We had a a lot a good times in the Army Reserve and I have a lot of great memories. RIP with Jean.

John Schwartz

March 30, 2019

RIP Bill. I remember meeting you in JAN 1974 as my section sergeant in the Army Reserve. You were a great mentor and Sergeant. Taught me how to be a good leader in the Army. God bless you Bill.

Lisa Kashnoski

August 2, 2016

Bill and family, so sorry for your loss. Sorry we didn't attend, it's been a bad year. Just wanted to send our condolences.

John, Eileen, John, Michael, & Danielle Nicolo

April 26, 2016

Billy and family;
Our deepest sympathy and sorrow for your loss.
The Nicolo's

Vincent Salceto

April 7, 2016

Bill-Walt the Kipple Boys.The Best of the best.From the Army to the Philly PD We had it all.My heart is heavy.I like meney could write a book about old times.MY condolences to your familys.

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John Schwartz

April 5, 2016

My condolences to Jean, Bill and Pete. Bill was my mentor in the Army and a good friend. He taught me to be an effective leader in the Army. Master Sergeant Kipple will be truly missed.

Lewis Betzner

April 5, 2016

Jean , Petey , Billy I think about Bill often and the good times he created , he will be missed in my mind always , SORRY for your loss...............Lew Betzner

Heidi Wiegel

April 5, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.

Cindy Cottrell

April 5, 2016

Sue and I would like to send our condolences to you and Pete, Lenora. Holding you and your family in our hearts and sending you lots of love as you work through the steps of losing your father. We love you.

Edie Keller

April 5, 2016

God be with the Kipple family

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