Obituary of Richard Tipper

Richard Allen Tipper was born in Trenton, Michigan on February 22, 1965. He was the only child born from the union of the late Tommy Tipper and Rose (Meade) Beaudrie. Step son to Ronald Beaudrie and step brother to Angela Darga and Shellie Hulse, Richard graduated from Carlson high school in Gibraltar, class of 1983. Richard had a heart of gold, putting others needs before the needs of his own. He had an open door policy often sharing all he had. On Sundays, it was common for Richard to take his grandmother, Sybil to Woodland Church in Woodhaven, where they would receive their spiritual nourishment together. During the week, he worked for Painters Supply, an automotive paint supplier, in Lincoln Park. As an avid outdoorsman, he spent much time outdoors hunting and fishing. Richard valued his family, enjoying long visits and any quality time with them. He had an unmatched love for his nieces and nephew, as they were his real pride and joys. Richard was especially fond of his new canine companion Roxy. Richard Allen Tipper, age 50 of Brownstown, passed away at 2:30 pm on Sunday, October 4, 2015 at home. In addition to his father, Tommy Tipper; his passing was preceded by his grandfather Delma Tipper. To cherish his memory, Richard leaves his parents: Rose and Ron Beaudrie of Brownstown; two sisters: Angie (Greg) Darga of Gibraltar, and Shellie Hulse of Florida; his grandmother: Sybil Tipper of Brownstown; one nephew: Gage Darga; two nieces: Emily and Tatem Darga; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may gather on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 from 2:00pm until 7:00pm at Merkle Funeral Service; 2442 North Monroe Street, Monroe (734) 384-5185. A Celebration of His Life will follow at 7:00 pm with Pastor Rick Sutherland of Woodland Church in Woodhaven, Michigan officiating. Online guests may leave words of comfort and inspiration by visiting www.merklefs.com and then selecting the Online Tributes page.