Frank “Fritz” Lipinski, age 79 of Buckley, passed away on October 14, 2014. Husband of Carol. Brother of Kathy (James) Perkins of Pleasant Valley, AZ and brother in law of Martha Hays of Traverse City. Uncle of Cynthia (Erik) Pearson of Nampa, ID, Thomas (Rebecca) Hays of Buffalo, WY and Jacob Elsenheimer of Traverse City. Fritz welcomed several exchange students into his home; Hans, Gert, Mats and Styx. He was a graduate of Michigan State University Agricultural Short Courses and served in the U.S. Marine Corp. Frank was a good farmer, neighbor, friend and a positive voice for agriculture. Frank was a member of the Michigan Milk Producers Association, Michigan Corn Growers Association and many other related organizations. He was awarded the 1982 MSU Dairyman of the Year, 1987 Farm Bureau Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award; Lifetime Achievement Award from Michigan Forage Council; Dedicated Service Award from MMPA and UDIA and Friend of Corn Award from MCGA. In 2012, Frank was honored by being added to the distinguished list of Master Farmers. Memorial mass will be held on Tuesday, October 21, 2014; 11:00a.m. at St. Mary of Hannah Catholic Church. Memorial contributions made to St. Mary of Hannah School or the Father Fred Foundation are appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Covell Funeral Home, Kingsley.
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