Richard L. Sipes

Richard L. Sipes, 72, of Overland Park, KS passed away on Monday, February 26, 2018. Visitation will be from 6-8 pm, Thursday, March 1st at the McGilley & Hoge Chapel, 8024 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park, KS. Funeral service will be 11 am on Friday, March 2nd at the McGilley & Hoge Chapel. Graveside service with Military Honors will be 10 am on Monday, March 5th at Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to Kansas Special Olympics, 5280 Foxridge Drive, Mission, KS 66202.

Richard was born on May 23, 1945 in Wellington, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Alexander Sipes and Marie Catherine Sipes. Survivors include his wife, Judy Sipes; daughter, Yvonne Sipes; step-daughter, Patti Knotts; step-sons, Tom Knotts, Chris Knotts and David Doty; brothers, Harold Sipes (Fredella), Vincent Sipes (Violet) and Larry Sipes; sister, Carol Ashley-Stowers (Bill) and cat, Freddie the Freeloader. Condolences may be left online at www.mcgilleyhoge.com.