OBITUARY
James "Jimmy" Lipsett
22 April, 1946 – 26 March, 2021
It is with heavy hearts, the family announces the passing of Jimmy on Friday March 26, 2021, surrounded by the love of his family at Michael Garron Hospital at the age of 74. Cherished husband and best friend to Linda Lipsett for over 50 wonderful years. Beloved father to Reed (Karen) and Boyd (Lori) Lipsett. Caring brother to Red (Holly) and Jake (Libby). Much loved Papa to Ella, Hayden, Cody and Lucy. A sincere thank you to Dr. Kadhim for all of his compassion and care. Jimmy was a long-time member of the Balmy Beach Club.A private celebration of life has taken place. Online condolences can be placed at: www.giffenmackdanforth.com
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Memories
James "Jimmy" Lipsett
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ADD A MEMORYLynda Nash
10 April 2021
Dear Linda, Boyd and Reed
So sorry to hear about Jimmy's passing. Although it's been years since spending time watching our boys play hockey, I have very fond memories of those times. with the Lipsett family.
Lynda, Jonathan and Ben Russo
Janice Jones
6 April 2021
Dear Linda and Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Jim. We have wonderful memories of Jim over the years since our days at Malvern. You are in our thoughts and prayers....
Brian and Janice Jones
Jean and Gary Waller
4 April 2021
Linda and family: our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. We have many lovely memories of Jimmy at the Balmy Beach Club and around the Beaches. We will miss him. Jean and Gary
Sandy Richmond
3 April 2021
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. It has been many years since our days at Malvern. A great guy both at school and the club. A great family that would do anything for you. I will look for a gathering at a later time. My prayers with you and your family
Wayne Cousins
3 April 2021
Linda and Family;
We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing and offer our condolences to you and your family. Good memories of Jim's humour during the lacrosse and hockey seasons.
May he rest in peace.
The Cousins Family
Wayne, Yolanda, Brent and Ryan
Pete and Julie Grimbly
3 April 2021
Dear Linda, Reed, Boyd and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Jimmy’s passing.
Jimmy was a great guy and we always enjoyed our dinners on Queen St. We know that all the nice memories you have will help you through this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pete and Julie Grimbly
Gloria and Phil Elston
3 April 2021
Dear Linda and Family
We are so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. Take care of one another.
You are in our thoughts.
Phil and Gloria Elston
Larry Frizelle
3 April 2021
Once a Red always a Red. RIP
Bart Catania
3 April 2021
Sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. Always enjoyed our chats on the ice or at the BBC. RIP Jimmy
Steve Jones
3 April 2021
My sincere condolences to Linda and family. Jimmy was a great co-worker and friend. His sense of humour got us through many a day. He will be sorely missed but never forgotten.
Steve Jones
Bonnie and Dario Mancini
3 April 2021
Dear Linda, Reed and Boyd
It is with greatest sadness hearing about the passing of Jimmy. We want to send you our deepest condolences and sympathies. Your memories with Jim will make each day a little easier and keep you strong . Take care
Ray Sayers
3 April 2021
Linda: I pass along my sincere sympathy on the passing of Jim. Jim has no doubt left You with the kindest gift of all, memories, which You can share with family and friends for many, many years to come. I will miss seeing him in front of Your house, out for a walk on Queen Street, and at the store. My kindest thoughts go out to You today.
Ray.
Josephine Waites
1 April 2021
Dear Linda, Words are not enough to tell you and the boys and the Lipsett family how sad I am about Jims passing. I am remembering when we lived side by side on Hubbard and you moved in as a new married couple. We had a lot of laughs and and you were the best neighbours and friends. Bless you.
Love Jo and all of the Waites and Hernandez family
Ian McConvey
1 April 2021
Dear Linda,
I have known Jimmy for so many years, yet I did not get to spend enough time with him. I regret that now. To me, he was a kind and beautiful person and will always be remembered.
We have many friends up there waiting to take care of him.
Les Brindley
1 April 2021
My sincere condolences Linda.
Caron Harrison
30 March 2021
I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy’s passing. My love goes out to you Linda. My thoughts are with you and your family. Caron.
Dominique Bruce
30 March 2021
My deepest sympathy to the whole family for your loss. I hope all your wonderful memories together can bring you a little comfort at this most difficult time. My prayers are with you. Dominique
Dr. Kadhim & Staff Vivo Family Medicine
30 March 2021
We are truly touched to be mentioned in Jim's obituary. It was a pleasure being involved in his care, and to Jim's entire family and loved ones we pass along our sincerest condolences.
-Dr. Kadhim & Staff
Robert Rankin
30 March 2021
My deepest sympathy to Linda and family Jim was a great guy enjoyed his company at Hockey or Lawn Bowling or just a chat Jim have a safe journey Bob Rankin & Glenna Boston
Barb Kelly
30 March 2021
Dear Linda and everyone in the Lipsett family.
Jimmy was a great guy and will be missed by so many.
My deepest sympathies.
Love
Barb
Jeff Allen
30 March 2021
To everyone in the Lipsett family, we are so sorry for your loss. He was a lovely person. Our condolences,
Jeff, Anne, Dash and Tate
Paul and Lynda Hurley
30 March 2021
Linda, Reed, Boyd and family we are so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Such a great husband, father and grandfather. Such fond memories of Jim while living on Bellefair.
Paul and Lynda
Lori McCubbin
30 March 2021
My sincerest condolences to you all at this incredibly difficult time. You are the closest and most loving family, and share a lifetime of wonderful memories. No man was richer in love than Jimmy. Rest In Peace.
Kym Calway
29 March 2021
Dear Linda and family,
I send you all my deepest condolences on the passing of your Jim.
Love and prayers to all.
Kym (Rice) and Family
Karen Oliver
29 March 2021
Linda & family - I am so sorry for your loss. Growing up, I looked up to you & Jimmy as a great couple. Wish I could be with you, but maybe see you soon.
Karen (Rice) Oliver
Barbara Brown
29 March 2021
Dear Linda,Reed and Boyd
We are so sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing. We had so many wonderful years in the Beach and your family played a huge role in those years. Our summers together with the boys playing lacrosse kept us busy every weekend. He was a wonderful family man with a good heart. We were blessed to know him. Thinking of you Love Barbara and Dan Brown
Sharon Gage
29 March 2021
Dearest Linda and family, There are no words that could express my deepest and most heartfelt condolences. Jimmy, a fine, gentle, caring man . He was a quiet presence and he will be truly mourned and missed by many. My heart goes out to you.
Hugs. Arms around you my dear friend.
Love Sharon
Fran [hare). Yocom
29 March 2021
Dear linda. I am so very sorry to hear of Jim,s passing. Hard to believe as I remember so many great times at BBCC years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time
Jessie Harrison
29 March 2021
Big big big love to you, Mrs. Lipsett, Boyd, Cody, Lucy and the rest of your family + friends.
Xoxo
Jessie, Joe and Gina
John Graziano
29 March 2021
Linda, Reid and Boyd - We were so sad to hear about Jimmy. Our deepest condolences. He will be missed
John and Bonnie.
Maureen Warland
29 March 2021
Linda, Reid and Boyd, we are so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a wonderful Dad, Father and Grandfather, so patient with his Grandchildren. He will be missed by many many people, but you will always have him in your hearts.
bob brindley
29 March 2021
When my friends and I crashed his B-day bash at B.B.C. many years ago, was one of the best nights ever :)
We loved going to the cottage every June for many, many years :)
Cathy & Pat LaManna
29 March 2021
Linda, Reed, Boyd, our condolences on the loss of one terrific guy!
Your strong family bond and the many memories of Jimmy will help you through this sad time.
No one is lost who is not forgotten.
Cathy & Pat LaManna
Pete Rava
28 March 2021
Sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. Always enjoyed our conversations at BBC. My thoughts are with the family.
RIP.
Gord Young
28 March 2021
Sad news! A true gentleman, my sincere condolences to the entire Lipsett family! R.I.P. Jimmy! ❤️
Wendy Dunits
28 March 2021
Linda, Reid and Boyd
My heart aches for your loss! May you find comfort within your family, friends and neighbours.
Tom Willitts
27 March 2021
Linda, Reid and Boyd - We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. When we think of Jimmy we always picture him with a smile on his face ready to share a good story or a laugh. We will always remember what a kind and generous man he was and as one of the best neighbours ever. Tom still thinks of him as his role model on how to be a good father to boys. You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time - with deepest sympathies Tom and Peggy
Sandro Di Genova
27 March 2021
To my friends, my deepest condolences for your loss, a heart felt loss to a man I had the pleasure of spending time with at a special place , peaceful and relaxed we had great conversations, wish I could of spent more time with but the time I had will be cherished , our prayers will be with you .
Sandro Di Genova and family
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