Hugh H Tipton Jr.

         South Bend – Hugh H. Tipton Jr., 77, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, in his home.

          Hugh was born on September 29, 1947, in Maryville, TN. He is the son of his late parents, Hugh and Elfreda (Perkins) Tipton Sr. Hugh moved to New Carlisle, IN in 1951. He has lived in South Bend all of his adult life.

          On June 25, 1988, he married the former Roberta “Bobbi” Sherman VanAvermaete, who preceded him in death on September 20, 2009. Surviving are three children, Jeff VanAvermaete of Mishawaka, Laurie (George) Lacey of Port Huron, MI and Rhonda Grinnell of Searcy, AR; grandchildren, David Singleton, Cody and Charles Starks; a sister Sharon (Ransom) Ebersole of Rolling Prairie, IN and a brother, Warren Tipton of New Carlisle, as well as many nieces and nephews.

          Hugh retired in 2002 after 32 years of service at Mittler Supply Inc. He was a Mason and a member of Terre Coupee Lodge #204 in New Carlisle, IN. His favorite sports were NASCAR Racing, College and NFL Football. He liked to laugh and have a good time. He could swap jokes and witty remarks with anyone.

          The most important things in Hugh’s life were his wife and family. His love for and devotion to Bobbi had no limits. Around the house and with the kids they called each other “Higgins” and “Miss Bobbi.” The kids knew he loved them too. He took the time to tell them, and he always remembered birthdays. He liked to write birthday letters.

          Growing up with his siblings, Hugh was a typical Big Brother. He appointed himself guardian and was fiercely protective. Later on, he became the brother who was there if needed, would help if he could and was never more than a phone call away.

          He will be missed by a family that loved him and friends that knew him.

          Visitation will be Monday, April 21,2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, in Hahn Funeral Home, 505 W 8th street, Mishawaka. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 PM in the funeral home, where Pastor Howard Simmons will officiate. A burial will immediately follow the service.

          Memorial donations may be made to The Center for Hospice and Palliative Care, 111 Sunnybrook Ct., South Bend, IN 46637.

          To leave the family an online condolence or to share memories with the family, please visit our website at www.hahnfuneralhomes.com.

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