Wayne Tipton

March 13, 1963 - May 14, 2023
Wayne  Tipton

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Wayne Tipton, 60 of Mills River, died Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Pardee Hospital.  Born in Buncombe County, he was a son of Donald Tipton and the late Lillian Tipton.  He lived most of his life in Henderson County where he was employed by Wilsonart for over 30 years.

Wayne was also preceded in death by his beloved wife of 29 years, Kimberly Louise Whitson Tipton in 2017 and an infant grandson Jackson Wacaster.

Surviving is his son Jacob Tipton and his wife Christa; daughter Kady Tipton Wacaster and her husband Jordan; granddaughter Addison Louise Tipton; a granddaughter due in June, Kennedy Wacaster; and a sister Victoria Whitlock.

A Celebration of his life will be held at 4:00pm on Wednesday, May 17th in the Chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home.  Rev. Kemuel Pruitt will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN  38105.

 


Celebration of Life

Wednesday, May 17, 2023
4:00 PM

Forest Lawn Funeral Home Chapel - Directions
538 Tracy Grove Road
Hendersonville, NC 28792

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  • June 11, 2023
    Richard C Bacon says:
    My deepest sympathy. I new Wayne for many years from the gun shops I worked at. He was truly a good man and a great friend.

  • May 18, 2023
    Tony V Meece says:
    Wayne was a friend during the toughest time of my life. I was a country bumpkin swimming in the world of wealthy/'smart' folks. Fish outta water. He was always there standing beside me. Never let me feel different. Lost touch. But from what I read of him, I'm very proud to have called him my friend. One of the best men I ever knew.

  • May 17, 2023
    Jenn McCall says:
    Wayne was a dad and husband that most men can only hope to be. He raised 2 amazing children and his legacy will live in forever through them. I’m praying for all of Wayne’s family and friends, especially Jacob and Kady. Enjoy the hunting and fishing in Heaven, Wayne. You’ll be missed on Earth.

  • May 17, 2023
    Velez Logan says:
    Rest in peace my brother & May God give your family grace and mercy during this difficult time

  • May 17, 2023
    Brenda says:
    So sorry to see that Wayne has passed, he was the sweetest and the most sincere man. Always a positive ray of sunshine many years ago. Our prayers are with you all. Rob and Brenda Chappelear