BORN

1935

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Sunset Funeral Home

8800 North Alpine Road

Machesney Park, Illinois

Maynard Tipton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 11, 2017.

Maynard Tipton, 82, of CherryValley, IL. died Saturday, September 9, 2017 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family. In a life well celebrated, Maynard was a Native American who embraced his heritage with great respect. He was registered with the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and fondly referred to as Wha-onk-wa-neek-lo-onk translated to Hawkman. In 1955 he voluntarily enlisted in the U.S. Army 2d Airborne Battle Group 187th Infantry and will be honored with Native American Military Honors. He married Rita Grosskopf and together they shared 58 years while raising their family in a home filled with love. Along with his sons and daughter, they looked forward to their annual deer hunting trips, always ending in success. Maynard was an avid reader. He enjoyed bowling, watching NASCAR , and could be found on Saturday nights challenging other racers at Rockford Speedway. Maynard's life was complete when surrounded by his family. Maynard was born on April 24, 1935 in Tomah, WI. to Leslie and Linda (Elk) Tipton.

Survivors: wife, Rita; children, Maria (Pat Olson) Smith, Maynard (Sopheina), Harold, Sherman (Michelle) Tipton; nine grandchildren; 9, great-grandchildren; sister, Charlotte White; many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents.

Service: 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September, 15 at Sunset Funeral Home 8800 N. Alpine Rd. Machesney Park, IL. Visitation: 1:00 ~ 2:00 p.m. Burial following in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Condolences, www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com.

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September 16, 2017

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The Children of Ruth Sterling

Rita and Family: We were sorry to hear about Maynard's passing. Our sincerest condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort in the days ahead in the special memories you have of this dear man.

September 16, 2017

Clarence & Bessie Alberty

So sorry for your loss. Condolences and prayer for your family. Maynard was a great person to work with and such a fun person to know. Be comforted in your memories.

September 15, 2017

Sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing him at the July 4th cookout. He was a wonderful man. Prayers for you guys.
Nancy Dean and Dale Nelson L (LaGrange,Ga.)

September 15, 2017

Bev Greenlee

So sorry to hear of his passing. He was a good man and family man. Bev Greenlee

September 15, 2017

Judy Jones (Posten)

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts, prayers and heart during this difficult time.

September 14, 2017

Randy Woods

Rita, Maria, Maynard, Harold and Sherman;Condolences to all of you. This is one of the toughest times of your lives, but the positive memories will forever live in your hearts. Maynard was a great neighbor and friend. I hope all of you can find strength in the next few days to reflect upon all the wonderful times you spent with him.

September 13, 2017

george hernandez

Praying for your family George hernandez family

September 13, 2017

Denny Helgeson

Rita, Maria, Maynard, Harold and Sherman; My heartfelt condolences to you and yours. I had the utmost respect for Tip. He was a man of high ideals. My visits to Illinois will never be the same again. May the many happy memories you have of him help comfort all of you at this very difficult time.

September 13, 2017

R Spriggs

Prayers to the family. Maynard was a great person and loved to spend time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

September 13, 2017

Curt Smith

Enjoy your new journey pops you will be missed. Curt

September 13, 2017

Brian & Maribel Smith

Sending Our Prayers , I will always remember his sense of humor and he always had a story to tell you!

Brian & Maribel Smith

September 12, 2017

Gary and Bert Swinney

sending our prayers to Rita and all the kids . I know you all have a lot of good memories to last a life time .all of you are like family to us .and we love you all .Gods Blessings for you all . Love Gary and Bert Swinney

September 12, 2017

Stacey Vitell

Sending our prayers for the entire Tribe.

September 12, 2017

I loved this man. He was such wonderful person, funny, told THE BEST stories. A loving husband, father, grandfather. He will be missed. He suffers no more and may God grant us all peace in this difficult days ahead, Stacey Vitell. aka Michelle sister/ Sherman's sister in law.

September 11, 2017

Bob Manring

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

September 11, 2017

Rich Bartlett

Sorry to hear about his passing. May he be in peace. He was so kind to Brian. God bless his family.

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