Obituary - Donald Hubert Pippin

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"Donald H. Pippin died Sunday, April 4, 1999 at his home with his family by his side. He was born Nov. 10, 1937 in Billings, the son of H. Barney and Lucille Pippin.

Don graduated from Billings Senior High School in 1955. He worked for Anderson Auto Parts and later Great Western Sugar, at which time he was drafted into the Army. He served in Korea and was discharged in 1963. He returned to Great Western Sugar and Western Sugar in 1963, where he worked until retiring due to ill health in 1995.

Don married Normajean Austin in 1966 in Cody, WY. He is survived by his wife Normajean and children, Tony of Great Falls, and Gayle, Darla, and Kandi of Billings; three grandchildren, Dani, Cris, and Zach; his sisters, Marie Engle (Keith) of McLeod, and Barbara Walters (Ken) of Billings; and his brother, Gary Pippin (Donna) of Billings. He was preceded in death by his daughter Missi, his parents and step-father Bob Wiest, and one step-brother, John Wiest.

Don's special love in life was his family, especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed his hobby of working with antique clocks. Don will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Cremation has taken place and private services are planned. Memorials may be sent to the charity of one's choice. Michelotti, Sawyers and Nordquist has charge of arrangements.