Richard Lippert Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Richard Lippert of Rockford, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Richard left this world on November 20, 2024 at the age of 97, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Lippert to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Albert Lippert and Cecelia Lippert; his wife Mary Lippert of John's Catholic Church; and his daughter Martha Jane Lippert. He is survived by: his children, Thomas Lippert (Patti) of Ingleside, IL, John Lippert of Carol Stream, IL, Therese Ann Kopec (Bill) of Chicago, IL, Charles (Michele) of Manitowish Waters and Andrew (Rhiannon) of Rockton, IL; his granddaughters, Ann, Amy, Emily, Brittany and Layla; his great grandchildren, Camille and Dean; and his siblings, Clarendon, Clarence, William and DorothyAnn.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, November 26th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St James Catholic Church (428 N 2nd St, Rockford, IL 61107). A funeral Mass was held on Tuesday, November 26th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Dick's name to Rockford Park District Foundation, or the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association (Bruce Firchau/ IBCA HOF, P.O. Box 8004, Elburn, Illinois 60119), are appreciated.
