David D. Phipps, age 83, of Ann Arbor, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. David was born September 29, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Walter Rose Phipps and Aletha Belle nee DePotty.
David attended Bentley High School and graduated in 1956. He devoted his life to the Lord as he was baptized at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Livonia in 1961. David worked in in the construction industry as a real estate developer and had been self employed since the age of 14. His developments have helped community and economical enhancement, jobs & services in the Livonia area. He married the love of his life, Karen Lee Emmett, on June 20, 1964 at St. Paul's Church. David served in the Air National Guard of Michigan & Reserves of the US Air Force from November 1, 1960 until October 31, 1966.
Beloved husband of Karen for almost 57 wonderful years. Loving father of Holly (Richard) Bahlow and Jennifer (Robert) Doehrer. Cherished grandfather of Tyler Reece Bahlow, Trey Collin Bahlow, Tanner Drew Bahlow, Sophia Belle Doehrer and Callie Rae Doehrer. Dearest brother of the late Walter Thomas Phipps.
A visitation for David will be held Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at 10am with a Funeral Service beginning at 11am at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Interment will take place at Glen Eden Lutheran Memorial Park in Livonia.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of David can be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church or Huron Valley Lutheran High School.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.HarryjWillLivonia.com for the Phipps family.