Richard Hugh Whipple Obituary
The world bids farewell to Richard Hugh Whipple (Mission, South Dakota), born in Rosebud, South Dakota, departing on March 28, 2025 at the age of 84. Richard Hugh leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Richard Hugh Whipple or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Alex "Bob" Whipple and Carrie Whipple (Coleman); and his sisters, Betty RedOwl and June Whipple. He is survived by: his wife Charlotte Whipple; his children, Leota Colombe (Mike), Natalie Bordeaux (Steve), Melissa Whipple (Sonny Farmer) and Alec Whipple (Nikki); his grandchildren, Shane Colombe (Michelle), Jessica Colombe, Jenna Whipple-Riley and Keith Whipple Riley; his great grandchildren, Alex, Gerald, Lahela Whipple, Macy, Tre and Mireya Colombe; and his great great grandchildren, Conner and Presley. He is also survived by his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A wake was held on Friday, April 4th 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Bishop Harold Jones Building (100 Avenue E, Mission, SD 57555). A funeral service was held on Saturday, April 5th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
