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Matney “Chip” Reed Tipton, 61, peacefully passed away August, 13, 2016, at his home surrounded by family.
Chip was born on October 25, 1954 in Elizabethton, TN to the late Rex and Elizabeth Tipton. He was a 1975 graduate of Western Carolina University and attended Forest Hill Chuch. Chip was a loyal Carolina Panthers fan and enjoyed watching UNC Tarheels Basketball. In his spare time, he volunteered for the Special Olympics and was known as a very devoted husband and father.
Chip is survived by his wife of 28 years, Mitzi Taylor Tipton; sons, Matney Seth Tipton (Meghan Magin) and Ethan Tipton; and daughter Myrti Tipton, all of Charlotte.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by three sisters.
A memorial service will be held at 6pm on Thursday, August 18, 2016 at Mercy Baptist Church, 7701 Matthews Mint Hill Rd. Mint Hill, NC 28227.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Mecklenburg County Special Olympics, www.sonc.net/give.
Carolina Cremation of Charlotte is assisting the Tipton family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Marie Turner says
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort and strength for you all.
David winkler says
Matney, you are the best friend I’ve ever had and I will never forget you. I will keep in contact with your wonderful family.
Billy Griffin says
Words can’t explain the sorrow felt over the loss of Chip. He was the kind of friend that only comes along once in a great while. Denise and I have been truly blessed to have him in our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family that God will wrap them in his loving arms and comfort them as only He can during this loss.
David Jennings says
It was an honor to play a small role in Mr. Tipton’s care. He was such a kind man and it was a pleasure to help care for him. Your family will certainly be in our prayers now and in the coming days!
Rebecca (Becky) Christenbury says
I went to Charlotte Christian with “Chip” I am so sorry for your loss.
Tommy Smith says
Matney your friendship thru the years will never be forgotten. I enjoyed working with you and you will be missed. Thank you for being a part of the old cablevision gang.
Lisa Ann Tarnate says
My God bless each one of you through the loss of someone that was truly the soul of the family and will remain that way. May you find peace in your life and to continue on as he would want you to do with God everyday.
Mitzi, I just heard about your husband and I am truly sorry for your loss, I will keep you and your family in my prayers. God Bless