CROWLEY — Victor Hall Lipsey Sr. stepped into Heaven’s glory early Monday morning, October 20, 2014. He was 79 and an inspiring Christian, fervent patriot, and decorated Air Force colonel. Vic touched lives and changed lives wherever he went. He loved the Lord and left a remarkable legacy of laughter, honesty, patience and generosity. He possessed extraordinary organizational and leadership skills. Vic lived to make the world a better place, and loved world missions. He served in a leadership capacity with Youth with a Mission (YWAM) and World Concern. Our nation’s youngest B-52 commander, Vic served during the Cuban missile crisis with the Strategic Air Command, and flew F-4s in combat. The F-86 was his favorite plane. His long military career spanned tours in Japan, Thailand, and Hawaii. In Morocco, he served as the Assistant Air Force Attaché. In the Pentagon, he drafted plans for the U.S. to exit Vietnam. In retirement, he started the Texas State flying school (Abilene), and ran the flying school at Auburn University (Alabama). Vic was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, the oldest of 8. He was married to Annette Jackson for 55 years, and raised 3 children: Kathryn (Lipsey) Carpenelli, Kelli (Lipsey) Gnile, and Victor Lipsey, Jr. They were blessed with 12 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. Vic is survived by 3 brothers and 4 sisters. The family has requested donations be made to: LifePointe Church (http://pointe.us) or MJBI Messianic Jewish Bible Institute (www.mjbi.org)
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Annette, what a shock to hear of Vic. Ellen and I are so happy we got to have a wonderful visit with you and Vic only a week ago last Monday. Our prayers go up for you and your family. We loved him and we love you. The Lord used him greatly in his life here and will in his new home also.
Annette, what a shock to hear of Vic. Ellen and I are so happy we got to have a wonderful visit with you and Vic only a week ago last Monday. Our prayers go up for you and your family. We loved him and we love you. The Lord used him greatly in his life here and will in his new home also.
Vic was a truly beautiful soul, we loved and admired so much about him. He was a blessing to all who knew him. His smile and laugh were cherished. Rest in our Lord dear friend, until we meet again, you will be missed. Love and strength to you Annette, God will carry you thru this dear Lady.
Vic was a truly beautiful soul, we loved and admired so much about him. He was a blessing to all who knew him. His smile and laugh were cherished. Rest in our Lord dear friend, until we meet again, you will be missed. Love and strength to you Annette, God will carry you thru this dear Lady.
We love you Annette! We’re praying for you constantly! We pray for comfort and peace from the Jesus’ Holy Spirit.
We love you Annette! We’re praying for you constantly! We pray for comfort and peace from the Jesus’ Holy Spirit.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Much love.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Much love.
I met Vic when I was waiting tables in Abilene TX, how I ended up in Abilene was a long story…but he shared Jesus with me and the table pooled together a big tip. We talked about our faith and he invited me to take a flight in a twin turbine seminole. I left Abilene 6 months later suddenly but sometimes I think about if I would have stayed and went through aviation school with him. Truly an amazing man! God blessed many through his hands.
I met Vic when I was waiting tables in Abilene TX, how I ended up in Abilene was a long story…but he shared Jesus with me and the table pooled together a big tip. We talked about our faith and he invited me to take a flight in a twin turbine seminole. I left Abilene 6 months later suddenly but sometimes I think about if I would have stayed and went through aviation school with him. Truly an amazing man! God blessed many through his hands.
Annette, Patty and I were your next door neighbors in Abilene. I was transferred to Plattsburgh when our wing closed. I am writing my memoirs and researching friends.
My belated thoughts are with you.
Bob Shepard