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Sally Kiper Obituary
December 15, 1948 - March 10, 2025
Sally Jo Kiper, 76, born December 15, 1948, passed away on March 10, 2025. Sally passed away peacefully in Tucson, Arizona, with her family by her side. She was born in Omaha, Nebraska to Eugene and Eunice Knutson. She was preceded in death by her sons, Mark and Michael Wiles, her parents, her brother Gary, sister in law Debbie Knutson, and her beloved dog, Zoe. She is survived by her husband, John, her children, Chris (Sheri) and Ted (Allison) Kiper, her grandchildren, Madison, Tyler, Ben, Emily, Blake and Kaitlin, her siblings, Jean Heim, Bill Knutson and Tom Knutson, and many loving nieces and nephews. Sally had a long and distinguished career at Guarantee Mutual in Omaha. Sally was an avid golfer and bowler. Since retiring Sally was actively involved in designing beautiful pottery some of which decorate the family home in Green Valley. She loved her home in Green Valley, Arizona. She lived with a warm and beautiful joy and a smile that made the world brighter for everyone lucky enough to know Sally. Though you are no longer here, you will be forever in our hearts! The family is planning a celebration of Sally's life for early summer in Nebraska.
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Ed & Melanie Kiper
May 8, 2025
Sally was a warm and caring person. She was a wonderful wife to our Brother/Brother-in-Law John. She will be greatly missed.
Marcia Minnig
March 17, 2025
I worked with Sally for about 20 years at Guarantee. Sally had the best personality and was dun to be around. We also bowled together for many years. She will be missed.
Candy Allen
March 17, 2025
John and Sally moved to Quail Creek not long after we did. John and Mike soon became good friends as did Sally and me. As couples, we explored the Tuscan area and frequently enjoyed eating out. Always in December, as Sally's birthday and mine were two days apart. Together we participated in many of the same neighborhood activities. she often serving as the gracious hostess, and were both members of the ceramics where she served as a studio monitor and helped pour molds.
While Sally and I enjoyed many happy times together. some were not. Her beloved Zoey passed days before my Gracie. Then we both had the challenge of raising two feisty, head-strong puppies. When she and John went on a trip two Florida, Mike and I volunteered to puppy-sit baby Bella. Sally was so worried the experience would ruin our friendship, but a true friendship can weather a lot more than a little pee on the floor and tiny puncture wounds. You will always be fondly remembered, good friend.
Katie Dewitt
March 17, 2025
Sally, I used to work with you at Guarantee Mutual. You were an amazing coworker and remembered the loss of your sons. You are with them now. Amen. I will be praying for you! Gods Blessing! Katie DeWitt
Lee Ann Calhoun
March 16, 2025
Sally did have a smile that just made you happy. She was very kind and will be missed.
Jill and Martin Wibbenhorst
March 16, 2025
John and family,
Martin and I were heartbroken to hear of Sally´s passing. I enjoyed the year I spent with her in the ceramics club where she helped me with tips on making my totem for my yard. We enjoyed visiting with Sally at our unit no work party´s and will always remember Sally´s sweet smile and disposition. She will be deeply missed by us all. Rest In Peace Sally, until our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ returns for us and takes us to live with Him in His everlasting kingdom.
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