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William J. Wipperfurth
April 1, 1932 ~ December 13, 2016 (age 84) 84 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Joe and Peggy Boyle
June 26, 2017 8:44 PM
Diana, we are so sorry for your loss. We loved bill and we had so much fun with the both of you for a long time He had the best sense of humor We always think of you two and wish we could have spent even more time together We just found out about his passing therefore we are late with this Our prayers go out to you and your family he is in good hands now and at peACE
Message from Kim Coston
January 3, 2017 6:08 AM
Dear Diana, Karen, Amey and Diana,
My heart goes out to you in this time of loss, and I know how much you will miss Bill. He was such a delightful character, I just loved seeing him. Always in good spirits and with such a keen sense of humor, it was fun to laugh with him. My deepest sympathies to you. Kim
My heart goes out to you in this time of loss, and I know how much you will miss Bill. He was such a delightful character, I just loved seeing him. Always in good spirits and with such a keen sense of humor, it was fun to laugh with him. My deepest sympathies to you. Kim
A candle was lit by Kim Coston
on January 3, 2017 6:00 AM
Message from Karen Lussier, Naples, FL
December 20, 2016 3:32 PM
Dear Karen, What an outstanding obit for your father. Oh how I wish I could have met him, but I have feeling knowing you is real close. Hoping that the love and memories of your Dad will forever by in you heart. We all shall be together again, one day. Hugs to you and Brian.
Message from Tim and Sue Fuller
December 19, 2016 11:00 PM
Wipp was a special guy that put a smile on anyone's face as soon as you saw him and he would have a new story to tell. We were sorry to be out of town and miss the memorial but his smiling face will be remembered forever. Our heartfelt sympathy to his wonderful family that we had the pleasure of watching grow up in Spring Lake. Our thoughts and prayers to each of you.
Message from MiMi Horwitz
December 19, 2016 3:13 PM
To Bill's wonderful family,
Behalf of Longboat Island Chapel, we will miss seeing Bill every Sunday morning. What a wonderful man!
Our sincerest sympathy to you wonderful family members.
Thank you for letting me share in your lives during such a sad and stressful time.
Love you all. I pray that you feel God's Presence helping you get through your loss.
Wishing you a blessed holiday time.
MiMi
Behalf of Longboat Island Chapel, we will miss seeing Bill every Sunday morning. What a wonderful man!
Our sincerest sympathy to you wonderful family members.
Thank you for letting me share in your lives during such a sad and stressful time.
Love you all. I pray that you feel God's Presence helping you get through your loss.
Wishing you a blessed holiday time.
MiMi
Message from Bob and Pauline Young
December 19, 2016 1:31 PM
We're going to miss Bill at Harbor Villa Club. He and Diana and family have been friendly and fun neighbors. We send our condolences.
Message from Carol Bowditch
December 19, 2016 12:55 PM
Amey, Jilly and Ashley, I am so sorry for the recent passing of your dad and grandpa. He looked like a kind soul. He passed that on to you three.. I pray that you feel love and peace in the coming days. Big hugs. Love, Carol
Message from Leroy C. McManus
December 19, 2016 9:33 AM
With deepest condolences from Leroy and Margie McManus. Whip as he had me call him was a great guy with a wonderful sence of humor I was glad to have known him and his wife,tho i only met him 4 yrs ago he always made me laugh and had a kind word to say he will be deeply missed. May God be with you and your loved ones as you go thru this sad time.Maintaince Supv. Harbor Villa Club Longboat Key, Fl
Message from Capt. Harold & Elizabeth DeHart
December 18, 2016 9:25 PM
Dear Diana,
We were saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He truly left a positive influence on all those who he met and who's lives he touched. We were glad he had a small part in our lives and are thankful.
Please treasure all the memories you two shared for they will help in dealing with his loss.
Perhaps we will see you on the M. I. Y. C. porch holding court.
We were saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He truly left a positive influence on all those who he met and who's lives he touched. We were glad he had a small part in our lives and are thankful.
Please treasure all the memories you two shared for they will help in dealing with his loss.
Perhaps we will see you on the M. I. Y. C. porch holding court.
Message from Pete and Patty Andrea
December 18, 2016 10:52 AM
We were so sorry to hear about Bill . . . he was a true gem, so quick with a smile. It was always a pleasure to grab a beer and a slider with him and hear a couple jokes. Sending the entire Wipp family hugs and love during this difficult time. xoxoxox Pete & Patty
Message from David and Anne Dujardin
December 17, 2016 9:12 AM
We are going to miss Bill. Every time we were around Bill we came away with smiles on our faces. We will certainly miss him; and we send our condolences to Diana and the extended family.
Message from Christine Rose Kennedy
December 16, 2016 7:45 PM
I am a member of the Longboat Island Chapel. I wish to extend my sympathy to Diana and family. Bill will be sorely missed. R.I.P.
Message from Golden Valley, MN
December 16, 2016 12:33 PM
Were really going to miss Whip when we head down to the Key. So many great stories from that man, and always a ton of laughs.
It was always a great pleasure having cocktails on the patio.
Rest in Peace Bill, and blessings to your friends and family who mourn your loss.
David Dimler
Golden Valley, MN
It was always a great pleasure having cocktails on the patio.
Rest in Peace Bill, and blessings to your friends and family who mourn your loss.
David Dimler
Golden Valley, MN
Message from Jack & Kay Gibbons
December 16, 2016 12:28 PM
We met Bill 20 years ago at Harbour Villa Club on Longboat Key. He was friendly and always ready with amusing stories. He valued his marriage and family. He will be missed. Rest in Peace, Friend!
Message from William And Faith Glade
December 16, 2016 11:24 AM
We only knew Bill for a couple years but we enjoyed getting to know him and consider him a friend to our family. He was very encouraging to us and our son, Nicholas. We will miss him very much down here on Longboat Key.
A Free Birds was sent on December 16, 2016
Sending our deepest sympathy to "Aunt" Diana, and all your family. We fondly remember his warm smile, kind words and the ever-present twinkle in his eye. Love and hugs, Judy Burnside and family
Message from Chuck , Ursula Dimler and all the Dimler family
December 15, 2016 9:01 PM
Dear Diana and all the Wipperfurth family and friends. We really appreciate the 17 years we had Bill as a neighbor on Longboat Key. Story telling time, jokes, and laughter will always be part of our delightful memories. Meeting all the family through the years makes us feel like part of the family. We will miss all of you, but please stay in touch. Our deepest condolence and our prayers are with all of you, Love Chuck and Ursula
Message from Darcy Burnside
December 15, 2016 8:59 PM
Aunt Diana, Karen, BJ , Amey, Diana , Brad and families,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss.... Still trying to let it sink in since hearing about it Tuesday . Uncle Bill is a huge loss to everyone that ever met him, he was always bigger than life , always telling a joke whether it be stupid or not he always left you laughing. His appropriate Birthday on April fools day gave him a whole year to plan his next birthday prank. I remember Grama Wipp calling him her favorite April fool with her little chuckle on his birthday in Florida one year. And the one year he had everyone in Florida believing the bridge in Grand Haven was stuck open for it to actually get stuck a day later. And trying to beat him at RABBIT RABBIT RABBIT was impossible, he even answered his phone saying Rabbit Rabbit Rabbit on the first . It was my mission in life to beat him and I never did. He has been a big part of my life always calling me his 5 th daughter. From way back on Buchanon street playing in the sand box to Shady Lane and the trampoline. From summers on Mackinac and Camp Chippewa Trails to winter visits and New Years Eve's at the Buccaneer. Uncle Bill was always the best host always including friends and family. All the times at the Yacht Club with all the boats in the docks for corn roast , memorial weekend in saugatuck to the Parade at Aunt Dos I don't think there is a time or event in my life that doesn't have a memory of you and the family in it somehow. You will be missed but forever held tightly in my heart. Another Angel is born and the boys club is back together again. Cruise far , fly free, and we will listen to your laughter in our dreams.
All my love, you will be missed
Darcy Burnside
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss.... Still trying to let it sink in since hearing about it Tuesday . Uncle Bill is a huge loss to everyone that ever met him, he was always bigger than life , always telling a joke whether it be stupid or not he always left you laughing. His appropriate Birthday on April fools day gave him a whole year to plan his next birthday prank. I remember Grama Wipp calling him her favorite April fool with her little chuckle on his birthday in Florida one year. And the one year he had everyone in Florida believing the bridge in Grand Haven was stuck open for it to actually get stuck a day later. And trying to beat him at RABBIT RABBIT RABBIT was impossible, he even answered his phone saying Rabbit Rabbit Rabbit on the first . It was my mission in life to beat him and I never did. He has been a big part of my life always calling me his 5 th daughter. From way back on Buchanon street playing in the sand box to Shady Lane and the trampoline. From summers on Mackinac and Camp Chippewa Trails to winter visits and New Years Eve's at the Buccaneer. Uncle Bill was always the best host always including friends and family. All the times at the Yacht Club with all the boats in the docks for corn roast , memorial weekend in saugatuck to the Parade at Aunt Dos I don't think there is a time or event in my life that doesn't have a memory of you and the family in it somehow. You will be missed but forever held tightly in my heart. Another Angel is born and the boys club is back together again. Cruise far , fly free, and we will listen to your laughter in our dreams.
All my love, you will be missed
Darcy Burnside
Message from Carl & Bettie Dickey
December 15, 2016 5:57 PM
We have all lost a good friend who would do anything requested of him for anybody.He will be missed.
Message from Phyl Papanoli
December 15, 2016 4:45 PM
There will never be anyone who could bring a smile to your face like Bill. He always had a story to tell and a positive outlook on life. He will be missed by all who knew him. My sympathy and love to the family.
Phyl Papanoli
Phyl Papanoli
Message from Jerry/Reinette Murray and family
December 15, 2016 12:12 PM
A note to Mr. Whip....
What a sad time for all of your friends and family, 'Mr. Whip." The memories you brought to our family; Mackinac Is. Y.C., sitting on porch, listening to your jokes, stories and of course the great political discussions!!! Your trips to Cheboygan and bringing back books for our boys....
My favorite part of each summer was knowing we were going to see you & Mrs..Whip and the 'girls and their families.' As I said to you the last time we talked 'on the porch', during the 'Trump discussion', It's a good thing we love you so much!"
To Mrs. Whip and families, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. You were so fortunate to have him in your lives, and the memories you all have.
What a sad time for all of your friends and family, 'Mr. Whip." The memories you brought to our family; Mackinac Is. Y.C., sitting on porch, listening to your jokes, stories and of course the great political discussions!!! Your trips to Cheboygan and bringing back books for our boys....
My favorite part of each summer was knowing we were going to see you & Mrs..Whip and the 'girls and their families.' As I said to you the last time we talked 'on the porch', during the 'Trump discussion', It's a good thing we love you so much!"
To Mrs. Whip and families, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. You were so fortunate to have him in your lives, and the memories you all have.
Message from Bruce Burnside
December 15, 2016 9:55 AM
Dear Aunt Diana, Karen, Amy, Diana, Brad, and Family,
I just read with complete disbelief of the passing of Uncle Bill. I am so sorry for the loss you are all feeling right now. As I sit here thinking, there is not a year in my life that doesn't have a wonderful memory of Uncle Bill and all of you in it. It seemed growing up that we were always one big family, School, Mackinaw Island summers, Skiing in the winters, sailing at the SLYC. It is truly a great loss to everyone, but, I know Mom, Dad and Beth are welcoming him home for sure. I also know all your memories will keep you and hold you during this time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time as always.
Much Love to all,
Bruce
I just read with complete disbelief of the passing of Uncle Bill. I am so sorry for the loss you are all feeling right now. As I sit here thinking, there is not a year in my life that doesn't have a wonderful memory of Uncle Bill and all of you in it. It seemed growing up that we were always one big family, School, Mackinaw Island summers, Skiing in the winters, sailing at the SLYC. It is truly a great loss to everyone, but, I know Mom, Dad and Beth are welcoming him home for sure. I also know all your memories will keep you and hold you during this time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time as always.
Much Love to all,
Bruce
Message from Todd Petersen
December 15, 2016 9:52 AM
My condolences to the extended Wipperfurth family. I was very sorry to hear of Bill's passing but if there was ever a life worth celebrating it would certainly be his. Lord knows he made the most of his time in this world. I've very thankful for the opportunity to know him. Bill still plays a leading role in many of the favorite memories of my youth. My best to you all and God Bless.
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