Larry Chipps Obituary
On October 5, 1991, he married Brenda Donath at Shiojiri Niwa Gardens in Mishawaka. Larry was employed for 32 years by AM General Corporation in Mishawaka and was a proud member of the UAW, Local 5 throughout his employment. He was an avid fan of wrestling and football and enjoyed following his beloved LA Lakers.
Larry will be missed by his three sons, Larry Jr. (Brandi) of Portland, OR, Chester (C.J.) Holt (Stacey) of Valparaiso, IN; and John Patrick (Lori) Donath of Corpus Christi, TX as well as two brothers, James and Terry, and a sister, Sandy all of Mishawaka. He also leaves behind seven beloved grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his one brother, Jack and his wife, Barbara along with a nephew, Jeremy. Larry's family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka for their extraordinary care and support in a most difficult time.
A Celebration of Life visitation will be at Palmer Funeral Home ~Bubb Chapel, Friday, January 9, 2026 from 3:00pm ~ 7:00pm
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations made to the family to help defray funeral expenses.
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Cathy Rummel
January 7, 2026
I´m so sorry for your loss. I am Brandi´s Aunt. Your family is in my prayers.
Jeffrey Chadwick
January 7, 2026
Larry was one of a kind from him loving his old blue Maverick doing burnouts to his love for playing basketball to wrestling you will be missed. But I also do remember the love he had for his son Larry as well my heart goes out to you Larry, James, Terry, Sandy and the rest of the family
Tommy Banks
January 4, 2026
Larry was a good child hood friend RIP Brother prayers for your Family in this tough time
Sarah D
January 4, 2026
RIH Uncle Larry
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