Roy Gene Gipson
Roy Gene Gipson, 77, of Elwood, beloved father, husband, brother and friend passed away November 3, 2022 at Elwood Health and Living Facility after an epic eighteen-year battle with cancer. Gene was born in Moss, Tennessee to the late George and Roxie (Green) Gipson on January 26, 1945 and moved to Indiana as a small child. He graduated from Tipton High School in 1964. Gene served his country in the Vietnam War with the 11th Armored Cavalry regiment. He was an Honorary Blackhorse Trooper, was awarded two Purple Hearts, and served as a drill sergeant upon his return.
Gene retired from Steel Parts Corporation after 30 + years of service where he also served as a union representative for the United Steelworkers Union #3875. He was a member of the Elwood Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 5782 and the American Legion, Tipton Post 46.
Gene was generous, witty, fun and determined. He had an infectious laugh that lit up a room. He loved golfing, NASCAR, drag racing, motorcycles, traveling, camping, and fishing.
Gene was preceded in death by his parents George and Roxie (Green) Gipson, two brothers Ken Gipson and Lawrence Gibson, and his first wife, Linda (Cotton) Speer.
Besides his wife, Satin, Gene leaves behind his daughters Andrea Gipson Burt (husband Kevin), Michele Gipson Davis (husband Chris) and Jessica Gipson; two brothers, Buddy Gibson (wife Gwen) and Tim Gibson (wife Brenda); two sisters Anna Gipson and Becky Brosnan (husband Joe); five grandchildren Chris Sorg, Elizabeth Sorg, Rachel Burt Mahnke, Mason Lewis and Isaac Gipson; six great-grandchildren and a plethora of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at Young-Nichols Funeral Home in Tipton with Rev. Kim Drake presiding. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Tipton with military honors.
Memorials may be given to the Elwood VFW, 317 S. 18th Street, Elwood, Indiana, 46036 or the Tipton American Legion, 129 N. Independence Street, Tipton, Indiana, 46072.
The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the staff of Elwood Health and Living Facility and Heart to Heart Hospice.
Geno, I am really going to miss our golf outings together, our racing times, and our wild trips to the race tracks together. Our times meeting up to watch or listen to the races in the backyards. The drinking and sharing of our wine bottles, especially that rock gut stuff that I recieved from one of those time shares. Might not be able to make anymore memories of us together, but the memories I do have I will cherish for the rest of my life. Geno you don’t have to worry about us, because we have this down here. Until we meet again, keep the links in shape and be ready to golf when I get there.
Dear family, Please accept our condolences. We all grew up in the same neighborhood. Gene was a good person. Prayers to all of you. Sincerely, the Stacy/ Head family.
I was very sad to hear of your passing. You were a very dear friend of mine. I can still hear your laugh. I’m sure you and Doug will have a lot to talk about. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. ♥️♥️
I was honored to call you friend . I love you and Satan Lynn . Blessings to the entire family from my heart . And of course we all thank you and appreciate your military service . Until we meet again , hold the gate open for us. !
Buddy, Anna, Tim, Becky and families,
So sorry to learn of Gene’s passing, always enjoyed chatting with him over the past 25 years or so when I would see him in Elwood. I have so many fond memories of all of you and your mom and dad as well. Buddy was a best friend for many years before “life” took us in separate directions. My hugs and prayers are with you, may God grant you strength during this difficult time.
Love you all
Lyn