Raymond H Lipke Jr.

Cremation will be done with a graveside service to be held 10:00Am Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the National Cemetery Rock Island, IL. A celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the family, and condolences can be shared with the family at www.rungemortuary.com.

Raymond was born March 27, 1949, in Davenport, IA. His parents were Raymond H. & Billie (Harris) Lipke Sr. He served in the US Navy from 1966- 69.

On February 14, 1976, he married Donna May Nicola, she preceded him in death in 1994. On February 17, 1995, he was united in marriage to Tammy Bennett, they later divorced.

Raymond was very dedicated to the Freedom Ministries and worked to assist Quad City veterans. He participated in Friday night karaoke and supported special Olympics.

Survivors include 2 sons Daniel (Charity) Lipke & Raymond H. Lipke III; daughter, Courtney Lipke; grandchildren, Preston Lipke, the apple of grandpas’ eye, Chloe Mitchell, Areo Lipke, Brett Lipke, & Amunique Walker; 2 brothers Wyatt Earp, & David Lipke; sister, Lauri Hobbs; his bonus family at Freedom Home Ministries & the Walker family; his big sister Anne Bennett & Little Sister Angie Walker.