Hugh G. Tipton, Jr.
April 21, 1938 ~ April 16, 2017
Hugh G. Tipton, Jr., 78, of Mooresville, went home to the Lord on Easter Sunday, April 16, 2017 at Plainfield Healthcare Center surrounded by his loving family. Born in Indianapolis on April 21, 1938, Hugh was the son of Hugh G. Tipton, Sr. and Dorothy (Denton) Tipton; both of his parents preceded him in death. On July 24, 1960 he was united in marriage to his loving wife, Nancy H. (Brown) Tipton and she survives.
Hugh worked as a job setter at Allison’s Division of General Motors for 31 years; he retired in 1992. After retirement he enjoyed his work in the warehouse at Black & Company for 15 years. Hugh was a dedicated and faithful member of Mt. Gilead Church since 1952 serving as an Elder of the church for many years. Competitive by nature, he enjoyed playing card games and especially enjoyed playing a round of golf at Eagle Pines Golf Club in Mooresville.
Along with his parents, Hugh is preceded in death by his brother, Don Tipton and his sister, Sue Vansant.
Survivors include his loving wife of 56 years, Nancy; three children, Greg H. (Cathy) Tipton of Cloverdale, Troy D. Tipton of Brooklyn, and Lora K. Tipton of Brooklyn; two sisters, Joann Decker of Crawfordsville and Geniva Chapman of Indianapolis; and four grandchildren, Zachary, Matthew, and Corrine Tipton and Brandon Huber; a host friends and his beloved church family at Mt. Gilead Church.
Family and friends will gather to celebrate the life of Hugh G. Tipton, Jr. from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at Mt. Gilead Church in Mooresville. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at the church. Burial will follow at White Lick Cemetery in Mooresville. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Mt. Gilead Church, Building Fund. Final care and arrangements have been entrusted to the Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory in Mooresville. You may share online condolences at www.CarlisleBranson.com.
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I’m so sorry to hear of Hugh’s passing. He was always such a great man. My heart goes out to all the family.
Hugh was instrumental in my decision to get baptized. I remember staying after the class he taught on a Wednesday night where he counseled me on the decision. Love you Hugh!
Oh my. So sad. He was an amazing man. Loved his family and his church. He will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.
Hugh knew more about the Bible and people than most of us e ever will. I always loved this dear man and Nancy. Heaven has received a special soul. Rejoice for He is in perfect health.
Prayers for Nancy and family RIP he was always so good and caring. So soeey for your loss.
Nancy and family: So sorry for your loss. Hugh was a wonderful man who loved the Lord. We had many great times playing Double Deck Uno late at night at church camp. Our thoughts and prayer are with you.
A truly godly gentleman and a dear brother in Christ. I have only fond memories of the brief time we shared in Florida with you and Hugh, Nancy , so many years ago. I know what it’s like to lose a beloved spouse. But, rest assured, God WILL sustain you throughout the period of grieving, though it takes time!
Dear Nancy and Family,
So very sorry for your loss. Hugh was such a blessing to everyone. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. The good Lord and the Mount Gilead family will be there for you as they were for me when Jim passed.
God bless.
Laurenda and Tom
You’re in my prayers Aunt Nancy.. Love you Carter, Tommy, Braiden, Stephanieߒœ
God chose a wonderful day to take you home uncle Hugh. You will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers for you and your family aunt Nancy. Until we meet again RIP Uncle Hugh. Our love to all Rusty n Mary.
In memory of school mate..Linda Johnson Poynter
Uncle Hugh, you will be missed. All my love a prayers for Aunt Nancy and family.
I remember attending church camp in Rushville, IN. where Hugh was a tribe leader, dorm father, counselor and good friend to us all. When, as a very young man, I was asked to preach my first sermon, Hugh offered his assistance, advice and loaned me one of his sermons to preach. He had a heart of gold and a great love for people. His smile could light up the entire campground. Love you Hugh – we’ll see you soon!
Love and prayers to Nancy and the family,
Mark Piatt – Millersburg, OH.
So sorry for Hugh’s passing. I worked with Hugh at Rolls Royce in the compressor wheel dept. He was such a Christian gentleman, working hard every day. I was the mfg engineer for that dept. Dave Walker
My sincere condolences to Nancy, Greg, Troy, Lora and their extended families on the passing of Hugh. He was a great Christian man and one of the first you think about when you recall good memories of Mt. Gilead Church. Jim and Lora Knight and Family.
To Nancy Greg, Troy, Laura, I know its been over a year. Nancy i didnt know he paased away if i did i would have payed my respects. Nancy he was to me a great guy I remembered Playing Softball basketball hanging out with him at your house just jokeing around. I will have good memories. Thoughts and prayers Mark Gilmore