Barbara A. Tippett

Barbara Ann Tippett, 83, of Quinnesec, passed away on Wednesday, July 5th at Pinecrest Medical Care Facility in Powers, MI surrounded by her loving family. Barbara was born on November 29, 1933 in Iron Mountain, daughter of the late Waldemar and Marvel (Leslie) Tauscheck-Izzo. Barb was a 1952 graduate of Iron Mountain High School. She married Earl (Butch) Tippett on July 28, 1956 at St. Mary and St. Joseph Catholic Church in Iron Mountain. Barb has been a resident of this area for most of her life. She and Earl lovingly raised their five children in Quinnesec. Barb was always on the go and loved to stay busy. She managed to get from one activity to the next and never missed the opportunity to spend time with friends and family. It was always a joke in the family that she could get from one place to the next, several times in a given day, without ever driving a car. She was a dedicated 4H leader and member of the local “Rookies” 4H Club. Barb was a member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary where she held offices of Chaplain, State Executive Committeewoman, and Junior Vice Commander. Barb volunteered numerous hours at the VA Hospital in Iron Mountain as a member of the Disabled American Veterans Voluntary Services by helping with bingo parties and coffee hours. She was a member of the Daughters of Isabella. In her earlier years she was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church of Quinnesec where she volunteered numerous hours at church functions such as funeral luncheons, breakfast gatherings, church cleaning, and the Altar Society. Recently, Barbara was a devoted member of American Martyrs Catholic Church of Kingsford. She loved saying the rosary and going to mass. Baking and cooking were two of her favorite things. Over the years, she won several awards for her baked goods at the Dickinson County Fair. Before Macular Degeneration took most of her eyesight, she loved reading magazines and books. In her later years, she listened to books on tape. For numerous decades, Barb stayed in contact with several pen pals. Going to her class reunions and catching up with her classmates was always something that she looked forward to. This year would have been her 65th reunion. She loved traveling, picnics, and camping with the family. More recently she enjoyed attending her grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s activities and sporting events. Barb truly enjoyed hosting family gatherings and dinners. She loved visiting with friends over a fresh cup of coffee and a homemade cookie. Playing cards, dice, Friday Night Senior Dances, and playing bingo were some of her cherished past time activities. Collecting bells and angels were two of her hobbies. She is now reunited with Earl, the love of her life, 28 years after his passing in 1989. Barb was also preceded in death by three brothers, Ferdinand Tauscheck, Domenic Izzo, and Robert Tauscheck; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Catherine and Kenneth (Hibby) Porter, sister-in-law, Sue Izzo; brother in law, Eldon "Mickey" Johnson and three special friends, Margaret Johnson, Agnes Kos, and Dorothy Boerner. She is survived by her children, Cathy (Pat) Quick of Iron Mountain, Linda (Wes) Lieburn of Quinnesec, Laurie (Thomas) Moln of Iron Mountain, Joe Tippett of Marshfield, WI and Sally (Frank) Bernard of American Canyon, CA; sisters, Patricia Watson and Gloria "Dolly" Johnson of Kingsford; sisters-in-law, Ilamae Tauscheck of Kingsford and Dolores Hamby of Iron Mountain; grandchildren, Roy Quick, Robert (Sarah Macha) Quick, Amy (Tim) Fang, Ann Quick, Jodi (Michael) Chimenti, Jim (Heather) Lieburn, Jason (Robin) Lieburn, Danielle Moln, Lindsay Moln, Matthew Moln, Serenah Tippett, Alan (Ashley) Bernard and Jonathan Bernard; step-grandchildren, Cassie and Mattea Attoe; great-grandchildren, Kiara, Arya and Elijah Quick, Jaliyah Macha-Helkers, James Fang, Lila Chimenti, Wesley, Avery and Olivia Lieburn, Jack and Edith Lieburn, Abram Bernard. She is also survived by special friends, Laura Aman of Kingsford, Dorothy Schinderle of Iron Mountain, and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, grand fur babies, and extended family. Her family would like to thank all of her devoted “prayer warriors” especially Fr. Joe Gouin. We were blessed to have our Mom/Grandma/Great-Grandma/Auntie/Sister/Daughter/Cousin/Niece/Friend for these 83 years, 7 months, and 6 days. Those who knew Barb realize she definitely took her loved ones on a wild roller coaster ride with her health scares, especially the last three and a half years! Like many people would say, she was like a cat with nine lives. (Actually, it was at least fourteen lives, but who is counting?) Throughout her lengthy health challenges, she never complained about them or took a day for granted. She was an inspiration to those who knew her. We would like to thank Barb for setting such a faith-filled example for us to follow. Her energetic personality and drive will live through her legacy in all of us. We love you! Visitation will be at the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain on Monday, July 10th from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. On Tuesday, July 11th, visitation will be at the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, July 11th, 11:00 a.m. at American Martyrs Catholic Church in Kingsford. Fr. Joseph Gouin will offer the Mass of Christian burial. Burial will be in Iron Mountain Cemetery Park. In lieu of gifts or flowers, and in honor of how Barbara served others, please show an act of kindness in her memory. Condolences to the family of Barbara Tippett may be expressed online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com. The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home with the arrangements.

Barbara A. Tippett

November 29, 1933 - July 5, 2017