Roy C. Whipple, age 90, of Madison, OH passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at the Lake Health Madison ER. He was born April 29, 1928 in Madison, OH to Wilson and Eva (Brown) Whipple. He married Winifred Trisket on October 29, 1946.
He worked for Reliance Electric in Ashtabula as an assembler for 40 years. During that time he also served as a Madison Village Policeman and as a zoning inspector. In addition he served as a councilman and was a member of the fire district board. After retirement he became a cemetery caretaker at Fairview Cemetery for over 20 years.
Roy was a founding member of Western Reserve Toastmasters Club and was also a member of Central Congregational Church where he sang in the Choir as well as being a member of the Madison Chorale.
He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Winnie; his children Cheryl (Rodney) Fisher, Debbie (Dave) Williamson, David (Lisa) Whipple; 6 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Wallace, Russell, Kenneth and Sheldon Whipple.
Private Family Services will be observed. Final Resting Place will be Fairview Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family would request that donations be made to the charity of your choice in Roy’s name.
Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com