Gerald Richard LIPPE
Obituary

Worcester Telegram & Gazette (MA) - March 17, 2002
Deceased Name: Gerald R. Lippe, 76

SOUTHBRIDGE -- Gerald R. Lippe, 76, of Lebanon Street, a World War II veteran, died Friday, March 15, in Providence House Extended Care Facility in Worcester, after a short illness.

His wife of 49 years, Claire (Brodeur) Lippe, died last year. He leaves three daughters, Susan Noga and Mary Ellen Tretheway, both of Southbridge, and Elizabeth Jefferson of Brookfield; six grandchildren; nieces and nephews. A sister, Lucille Carley of Burlington, predeceased him. He was born in Southbridge, son of Ronaldo and Eva (Livernois) Lippe, and lived here all his life. He graduated from the former Cole Trade High School. He was a Navy veteran of World War II.

Mr. Lippe was a boiler operator and technician for more than 25 years at the American Optical Company, before retiring. He was also a firefigher for the American Optical Company. He was a member of Notre Dame Church, where he worked for many years as a janitor. He was a member of the VFW Post 6055, serving as its club secretary for many years.

The funeral will be held Tuesday, March 19, from Sansoucy Funeral Home, 40 Marcy St., with a Mass at 10 a.m. in Notre Dame Church, 446 Main St. Burial will be in New Notre Dame Cemetery. Calling hours are 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 18, in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.



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