Timothy Gippert
June 8, 2021
Timothy Gippert, age 71, of Atlanta, GA, passed away June 8th, 2021. He was born October 30th, 1949 in Atlanta, GA to parents Frank J Gippert, Jr. and Betty Barbara Prince Gippert. Tim served in the US Army from 1970-1976 in Korea. He was a mechanical engineer who enjoyed cars, motorcycles and his retired life in Silver Springs, FL. Tim was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Gippert, father, Frank Gippert, sister, Teena Rutledge (Gippert). Survivors include Michael Gippert (brother), Larry Gippert (brother) and Frances Gippert (sister). He also had several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
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I am so sorry to hear that Tim has passed. He was a man who never lost his passion for cars and living life doing the things that he enjoyed. I will always remember how he made me laugh and the stories he would tell. I will be holding his family and friends close in my prayers during this difficult time.🙏🏻❤️
Tim was the most wonderful, patient, forgiving, lovable, and compassionate person you could ever want to know; a Gentleman as well. Very helpful, knowledgeable, and intelligent with many stories of his personal, racing and Military life. We had many adventures, dinners and family times. He showed me the most beautiful places in the Southeast; from gorges to mountains to beaches on his motorcycle, motor home, classic cars and his boat. We made friends wherever we went together. Everyone commented us on how well we complimented each other.
Tim, I will miss you forever and love you til we meet again. You may have gone ahead of me but when I come you will show me again new beautiful places in Heaven. I send my love & deepest sympathy to Mike, Larry, Sister Francis and the rest of his family.
I was introduced to Tim thru my sister, who worked and knew him for many years. Since meeting him, I heard many stories of his life. What sticks out in my mind is how he lived by the Golden Rule, treating others as he would like to be treated; however, Tim took it a step further. He put others before himself. His loyalty to his country/family/friends/co workers/neighbors, passion for anything mechanical (cars, motorcycles, helicopters), meticulous work ethic, devotion to precision in engineering projects with an incredible mechanical aptitude, integrity, character, and calm demeanor were beyond reproach. Tim would tell me stories of his life growing up in Georgia, going into the US Army, the love of building/driving race cars at the Atlanta Speedway, nail-biting moments at work placing large complex components in precarious places, motorcycle trips down the “Tail of the Dragon” in the NC/North GA Mountains, Sturgis adventures, car shows, trips with his motor home, people he met and became friends with along the way, as well as countless teachable moments of vehicle care/mechanical advice.
Tim was very patriotic and respectful of his country. He always wore his Vietnam Veteran ball cap hat everywhere we went. Patrons at restaurants and other venues would always come to our table and physically thank him for his service leading to a conversation and ultimately paying for our meal. That’s how contagious his love of life, country and people was.
We will be working on honoring Tim with a brick paver Memorial Marker to be placed in the sidewalk at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Sanford, Florida, where Terry took him often as he explained his service & the history of all US wars commemorated by the plaques throughout the park.
Tim, I cannot express enough how thankful I am for all the wonderful things you did for me & my family. I will always cherish the friendship we shared. Thank You, Tim.
I wish to send my condolences to all of Tim’s family: Michael, Larry & Frances. You are all in my daily prayers for the loss of you wonderful brother.