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Robert Chipman Obituary
Dec 31, 1934 - Feb 9, 2013
Bob passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He was a beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. A lifelong Omaha resident, he was a 1953 graduate of Omaha South High. Bob owned Talent Tree Art Gallery in Dundee, Dandy Donuts and Skateboard Express in Millard. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and horses. He enjoyed singing with his friends in the barbershop quartet and was a member of the S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A. Bob will be missed for his smile, quick wit, and telling jokes with a twinkle in his eye. Preceded in death by father and mother, Guy and Laura Chipman; sister, Lois Wanek; and brother, Harold. Survived by wife of 45 years, Elizabeth (Liz); children and spouses, Annette, Siobhan Chicoine, Traci (Phil) Ehly, Todd (Kim), Cheryl (Ryan) Matzen, and Doug (Karra); sisters and brothers-in-law, Wilma and Robert Hauptman, Betty Pesek, Edward "Bud" Wanek, and Gary Eastman; nieces, nephews; 15 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren.
Share your stories of Bob online at the World-Herald guestbook or send to [email protected].
MEMORIAL SERVICE Wednesday, February 13th, 12pm at the Regency Lake and Tennis Club, 606 Regency Parkway with lunch to follow.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Chipman
February 14, 2013
I am not sure if we ever met "Cousin Bob" but I remember my dad talking about Uncle Guy. And from reading these pages in the guest book it is obvious we have lost someone who was dear to all who did know him. My deepest sympathies to all of you. Vivian Chipman Dau, Oakland, Ia
February 13, 2013
All our love and sympathy - we remember Uncle Bobby very fondly.
Love,
The Betty Pesek family
Siobhan "Chevy" Chicoine
February 13, 2013
I can not tell you how sorry I was to hear about dad. I was shocked and saddened by the news. He had a great sense of humor and always seemed so happy he truly loved and enjoyed his family. I know this is a very sad and difficult time for all.
Chelci Wickes
February 12, 2013
I miss you so much grandpa,thanks for all the wonderful memories I will always have till we see each other again in heaven.
Don Fiala
February 12, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 12, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Matt Vaughan
February 12, 2013
I remember Bob from barbershoping in the ealry 70's. He was truely a funny man. To this day my life is richer for having known him. I am sure he will be missed by all.
Traci at graduation
February 12, 2013
Family
February 12, 2013
Omaha South High Alumni Assn.
February 12, 2013
To the Chipman Family
We are sadden to learn of the loss of one of our alumni. Bob will be remembered by many. Prayers and sympathy to all of you.
Todd Maiellaro
February 12, 2013
I am so sorry to hear the news of your loss. As stated, Bob was fun and witty and he always made you feel as part of the family. You have a great family to lean on for support. God bless you all always, especially through this time.
Dixie
February 12, 2013
Cheryl, Thinking of you and your family. May your memories sustain you. God'comfort and strength. Dixie
Brett Samson
February 12, 2013
Chipman Family: I am very sorry to hear this news. He was a very good man, who made it a point to cheer everyone up whenvever he could. I have great memories of Bob cruising around in his little car. I am very sorry for your loss.
February 11, 2013
From the moment I met my then-future husband, I heard nothing but wonderfully funny stories about his Uncle Bobby. Who was this person?? I soon knew him to be a very kind and generous man who seemed to greet everyone with either a crazy joke or comical story.
One year Bob was up in Minnesota at the same time as we were and in the same resort. My young children would sit on our cabin steps and wait for Uncle Bob to come in from fishing. I would tell them that they had to wait a bit to give Bob time to get to his cabin and get settled. However, the minute Uncle Bob got out of the boat, he started yelling up at the kids, cracking jokes, and off they'd run!! He was just too much fun!
Our world is now a sadder place b/c a person who brought so many smiles to everyone has gone. Hopefully, some day those smiles will return in the form of happy memories.
Our deepest sympathy, Liz and Family.
Love, Maureen Hauptman and Children
February 11, 2013
Cheryl and family, I am soo sorry to hear about your father. He was such a fun man! He will be missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Tricia Czyz
Scott Polito
February 11, 2013
Liz & family I'm so very sorry for your lost ! Bob was a great guy always had something funny to say. My GOD BLESS your family at this very hard time I love you all so very much
February 11, 2013
<3 love you Grandpa!
Lori DowlingFelt
February 11, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time of loss. Bob was always cracking a joke and always brought a smile to the faces of those in his company. I am glad I had the opportunity to have met him.
Blessings to you all.
Dan and Tiffany Kens
February 11, 2013
Cheryl and family...we are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Jim Wanek
February 11, 2013
We have so many great memories of crazy, funny times with our Uncle Bob. I remember as students @ UNL, Cousin Gordon Hauptman & I were awakened early one fall Sunday morning by a phone call from Uncle Bob that he wanted to come down to hunt some pheasants around the Lincoln area. It was one funny crazy joke after another all morning. Lunch time we invited ourselves to a church dinner in Palmyra, NE. Little did we know that we were expected to bring a covered dish! We were welcomed with open arms anyway and continued our jokes all through the dinner. I'll bet they still talk about us in Palmyra! What a guy!
Jon Spires
February 11, 2013
To the Family of Robert Chipman, I was sad to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to those he left behind, and may he rest in eternal peace.
Kathy Kline
February 11, 2013
Cheryl, you've told so many wonderful stories about your father. Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick Wise
February 11, 2013
So sorry for your loss, Annette.
Mary Lou & Larry Melton
February 11, 2013
Liz and family: Our deepest sympathy, prayers and warm thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
February 11, 2013
February 11, 2013
Cheryls wedding
February 11, 2013
Dave House
February 10, 2013
I had the distinct pleasure of getting invited to sing with John and Bob as a young fellow, and grew up in my barbershop hobby with the two of them. Bob, Liz and all of the kids were always great to be around and became an important part of my barbershop career.
Bob in Hawaii
Bob Chipman
February 10, 2013
Bob in 1962
Bob Chipman
February 10, 2013
Bob Chipman
February 10, 2013
Bob and Todd
Bob Chipman
February 10, 2013
Bob with that smile and twinkle in his eye
Bob Chipman
February 10, 2013
February 10, 2013
I remember Bob from Ralston grade school and a few times later. He was one fine fellow. John McKinney
Leanna Jones
February 10, 2013
I grew up listening to Bob sing tenor in the Great Danes and considered him one of my 'four fathers'. I will miss his smiles, his hug and his beautiful tenor voice! With deepest sympathy,
Jen and Mark McCormack
February 10, 2013
So sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
February 10, 2013
Our thoughts are with you, Liz, and the family. Bob was every thing a quartet could ask for. I'll miss him as will all who know him...John & Gloria Jones
Harold Olsen
February 10, 2013
My thoughts are with you Liz, Todd, Cheryl, Doug and Traci. Bob was the best friend I ever had and I'll miss him terribly. That Barbershop Chorus in Heaven just got the best tenor there is.
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