"Lily and Rose Tribute Spray was purchased for the family of John "Dale" Tipton."
In loving memory of
John "Dale" Tipton
June 2, 1924 - March 31, 2015
John 'Dale' Tipton, 90 of Baxter passed away with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at the Baxter Health Care Center in Baxter. Visitation will be Saturday, April 4, 2015 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at the Bethany United Church of Christ in Baxter. Funeral services will immediately follow the visitation and begin at 11:30 am at Bethany United Church of Christ with Pastor Wanda Seydel officiating. A private family burial will follow at Restland Cemetery in Baxter.
On June 2, 1924, Dale was born on the family farm South of Baxter, the son of Milo and Emma (Pleshek) Tipton. Due to the early death of his mother, he spent his early childhood in Silver City, New Mexico. He then returned to Baxter at the age of 9, to live with his grand- parents, John and Audrey Tipton. Dale graduated from High School in 1942, and soon after, enlisted in the U. S. Navy.
He fought in World War II aboard the USS Rathburne. The ship was a destroyer, later converted to a high-speed transport, which carried underwater demolition teams in the Pacific. On April 27, 1945 while on patrol off Hagushi, the ship was hit by a kamikaze. After temporary repairs, the ship headed back to San Diego. After his discharge, he attended school at Simpson College and AIB, majoring in bookkeeping. On December 29, 1950, Dale was united in marriage to Joanne Lois Krampe. They became parents of Sally Jo, Christine Jane, and Nancy Claire.
Dale was employed at Chicago Great Western rail road, Swift Packing House, and later retired from Lennox Industries in 1988. During their marriage, Dale enjoyed traveling with his wife throughout the 50 states, the Canadian territories, and Germany. They loved dancing, listening to music, wintering in Arizona, and going to Hawkeye football games. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, arrowhead and mushroom hunting. His building skills helped out many projects around town, whether it was erecting Habitat homes in the area or being a "sidewalk supervisor".
Dale was especially proud of his 70 year membership to the Legion. He belonged to Bethany Church, where he enjoyed being "knotty" tying quilts. He also belonged to the VFW. He and Joanne supported the Baxter School by establishing the Tipton/Krampe Scholarship.
He is survived by his daughters, Sally Anderson, Chris Tipton and Nancy Taylor; his sister Betty (Ted) Bodley; granddaughters Robyn Anderson (Jason and Kyle Flora), Renae Anderson, and Hannah Taylor; and grandson Joseph Taylor; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Mary; wife Joanne; and sons-in-law Calvin Anderson and David Taylor.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the family so they can make multiple donations to Dale's favorite local charities in his memory.
Tributes
"Thank you Egon and Toni. Dad always enjoyed your visits."
"I have such GREAT memories of 'Moose' during my annual pheasant hunting trips to Baxter. He was always such an inspiration with all his energy. I would be dead tired and Moose would still be tramping along, ready to 'out shoot' you. It was also pretty funny to to see him and his son-in-law have a friendly banter on who's famous 'cherry bounce' was the better...Hmmm...Let me try another taste of each, I haven't decided yet. :)"
"Thank you Patty."
"Their cherry bounce was pretty special to them :-)"
"I have missed Moose's brisk walks around the school every morning. Mikayla and were blessed with the chance to get to know him. When I told her he had passed away she knew who I meant once I said the nice man who always said 'Hi cousin!'. Not very many people know this, but Dale's grandma Audrey and my great grandma were sisters. My grandma was named after her but went by her middle name Instead. Dale and I were going to work on identifying people in some old family pictures. Guess now it's up to us. He certainly will be missed.My prayers and thoughts to his daughters and grandchildren. Patty Schweinebart Schroyer."
"I meant to add the son-in-law was Calvin 'Andy' Anderson"
"Egon and Toni with deep sympathy"
"To the Tipton girls and grandchildren, So sorry to hear of your loss. I will not be able to make it to Baxter this weekend. Just want you to know I am thinking and praying for your family."
"To Sally, Chris, Nancy and Grandchildren: We will all miss your dad/papa and so saddened by your loss. I will be thinking of you all in the days ahead and so sorry we won't be able to be with you. May all your good memories of better days help you in your sorrow,"
"Chris, Nancy, and Sally ... my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. I am out of town si will not be able to attend any services, but know I am sending prayers your way."
"Nancy, Sally, & Cris, I am so sorry for your loss & that I didn't hear of it sooner. I pray that God would comfort you & bring to mind special memories with your dad. Sue Kern"
"Sacred Duty Spray was purchased for the family of John "Dale" Tipton."
"Thank you Aunt Marge."