Eleanor L. Chipman

BREWSTER - Eleanor L. (Bearse) Chipman, 68, passed away after a brief illness while at home surrounded by her family on August 18, 2012. She was born on September 8, 1943, in Hyannis, MA. A native Cape Codder and graduate of Dennis-Yarmouth High School. Ellie married her high school sweetheart, Richard and together settled in Brewster where they raised their four children; Russell, Michael, Jill, and Joy. Ellie and "Chip" recently celebrated their 50th anniversary.

To Ellie, family was her most precious love forming the "glue" that holds us together today. Her vibrante passion for life was infectious to all who knew her. Ellie was an avid H.S. basketball player and later a champion candlepin bowler,"The Chips", plaques are still on display at the Orleans bowling alley where their records still stand. She enjoyed working crossword puzzles with her sister-in-law, Diane and her annual New Year's Day brunches with Al and Mona. Ellie went to work at the Brewster Elementary School cafeteria later becoming the Supervisor of the Eddy Elementary School cafeteria. Ellie could be found outside enjoying her retirement years tending her garden or landscaping around her home and spending the winter months in Naples, Florida. Ellie adored her eight grandchildren with whom she played, hosted backyard camping, taught how to bake, threw the best birthday parties, or shared quality time talking and laughing.

Eleanor is survived by her husband Richard F. Chipman and their four children, Russell, Michael, Jill McGinn, Joy Manchester, and their spouses. She is also survived by her eight beloved grandchildren Rory, Maggie, Riley, Mizuki, Takuma, Zachary, Dillon, and Connor. In addition, Ellie leaves behind younger siblings and many nieces and nephews.

A private memorial ceremony celebrating her life was held on August 21, 2012. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to the Visiting Nurse Association of Cape Cod, P.O. Box 370, Hyannis, MA 02601.

On behalf of Ellie's family, we thank you for your prayers and support.