David L. Pippenger, 68, a resident of Blue Lake near Churubusco died early Sunday in his residence following a lengthy illness. He was receiving care from Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice Home and his loving and attentive family
David was born May 15, 1940, in Noble County, a son of the late Ted and Carnie (Herron) Pippenger.
As a young man he formed an avid interest in airplanes and became a certified pilot. He went on to fly and own many airplanes and was very skilled in his aviation endeavors. He also greatly enjoyed boating, NASCAR and his beloved Canada.
On October 10, 1970, he was united in marriage to his wife of 37 years, Betty Jane Schiek. They lived at Blue Lake for many years.
His survivors include his wife Betty, their children Randy (Sandra) Pippenger of Rome City; Les (Laurie) Hossinger of Fort Wayne and Teresa (Richard) Hyser of Roanoke. He is also survived by four brothers, Phillip (Norma) Pippenger, Jim (Carolyn) Pippenger, Ted (Terri) Pippenger all of Churubusco, and Dan (Linda) Pippenger of Gibson, Florida; and four sisters, Esther Anderson, Dorcas (Tod) Pressler both of Fort Wayne, Ruth Pressler of Columbia City and Naomi (Paul) Coats of Fort Wayne. Additionally he is survived by seven grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Paul Pippenger.
There will be no calling hours or services. Sheets and Childs Funeral Home of Churubusco has been entrusted with the arrangements.