Wilfried G. W. "Willie" Lippmann

Wilfried "Willie" G. W. Lippmann

Wilfried Gunther Wolfgang Lippmann 73, a long time resident of Olympia, lost his struggle with cancer July 8, 2011 at Providence St. Peter Hospital. Willie leaves behind his beloved wife, Wendy Lippmann, their two loving sons, Matthew and Marcus Lippmann, three children from a former marriage Michael, Tom (Diane) and Rebecca Lippmann, two grandchildren, and his sister Rosemarie Pauly of Nurnberg, Germany.
Willie was born in Rostock, Germany on November 5, 1937, to Hermann and Erika Lippmann. When he was two the family moved to Vienna, Austria where he resided until age twenty-seven. Willie earned two masters degrees from the University of Vienna and went on to teach biology and physical education for six years. In 1965 Willie immigrated to the U.S where his career included serving as a YMCA director, owner of several businesses, and finally ending his working life as a Washington State employee. Retirement left him time to pursue his many interests and talents. Throughout his life Willie's passion was writing and in time became a published author. In addition, he enjoyed photography, belonged to writers' groups, book clubs, and participated in a variety of senior center activities. His many talents culminated with the performing arts, writing, directing and acting in several Readers Theater Unlimited productions. Willie led an intellectual, athletic, and creative life for 73 years fueled by focused energy and endless curiosity. Willie has now turned the last page and his story has ended. He will be missed by his family and all those who knew him. No gathering has been planned at this time. To leave remembrace and stories please go to www.funeralalternatives.org