Retired U.S. Army 1st Sergeant Robert Gene Lipe’ passed away at the age of 70 on Aug. 29, 2014 in Scottsdale.
Robert, “Bob” to his family and friends, spent 23 years in the U.S. Army until his retirement. During his years of service Robert spent three tours of duty in Vietnam where he received two Purple Hearts and finished his career working as an Army recruiter. Robert was also a VFW life supporter.
Robert’s beloved wife, Linda (Hasynic) Lipe’, was at his side when he passed. In addition to his wife, Robert is survived by his son, Bryan Lipe’; grandson, Jacob; brothers, Charles Oats, Jon Oats, Leland Lipe’; sister, Charlotte Plutt; and cousins Jack and Rose Bercel.
Robert was very loved and respected by all who knew him and his time on earth was a blessing to us all.
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