Cecil R Tippit's Obituary
Cecil Ray Tippit, 58, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, June 7, 2018, at his home.
Cecil was born August 25, 1959, in Springfield, IL to Charles A. and Charlotte Lucille (Reed) Tippit. He married Shelley J. Largent on October 6, 1984, in Decatur, IL. He was a self-employed mechanic for Parke Warehouse for over 34 years. Cecil was an avid race fan. He loved spending time with his friends and family. Cecil was always there to lend a hand to anyone.
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Shelley; his son, Chevy Tippit of Bloomington; three brothers, Chuck (Barb) Tippit of Decatur, Terry (Michelle) Tippit of Decatur and Darwin Tippit of Decatur; a special niece, Tonya Murphy; and his furry companion, Buddy.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Cecil Tippit will be 6 p.m. Wednesday, June13, 2018, at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday before the service at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the family.
The family of Cecil Tippit is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Video Tribute for Cecil R. Tippit: https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/ZY7TJJJFGR9TH644
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