Obituary |
Barry E. Gipe, 76, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania passed away at the Jewish Home of Harrisburg on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. He was predeceased by his parents Wilmot (Gene) and Dorothy Gipe. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary Gipe, their son Michael (Denice) Gipe, grandchildren Michael (Nicole), and Miranda Gipe, and great-granddaughter Raelyn Gipe, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Barry was a graduate of the former William Penn High School in Harrisburg. He was the former owner of Gipe Floor and Wall Covering in Harrisburg. In his younger years he was an avid gardener, hunter, and deep-sea fisherman. He was a former member of White Rock Hunting Camp and a current member of the Enola Sportsmen's Association. In his golden years he was an avid reader, finishing one to two books a week. There will be a viewing on Saturday, September 19, 2020 from 9:30 A.M to 10:30 A.M. with a funeral service following directly after at 10:30 A.M. at the Jesse H. Geigle Funeral Home, 2100 Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg. Following the service, there will be a procession to Woodlawn Cemetery for burial. In keeping with current health guidelines, attendees are encouraged to exercise proper precautions including the wearing of face coverings and appropriate social distancing. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank in memory of Barry. Services have been entrusted to the Jesse H. Geigle Funeral Home. To share online condolences please visit BitnerCares.com.
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Published in Patriot-News from Sep. 12 to Sep. 17, 2020. |
+ | 1. Barry Eugene GIPE (current person) b. 12 Mar 1944, Harrisburg, Dauphin County, PA d. 9 Sep 2020, Harrisburg, Dauphin Co, PA (Age 76 years) | | 2. Michael David GIPE b. 29 Nov 1946, Harrisburg, Dauphin County, PA d. 13 Dec 1947, Harrisburg, Dauphin County, PA (Age 1 year) | + | 3. C.A. GIPE | |