William Lipscomb Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of William Lipscomb (Traverse City, Michigan), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 18, 2026 at the age of 86. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Lipscomb to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joel Abner and Francis Lipscomb (Moore); his siblings, Virginia Houston and Joel Abner Lipscomb Jr.; his nephew David Lipscomb; and his aunt Mae Moore.
He is survived by: his wife Shirley; his children, Mary Lytle (Jamie) of East Lansing, Michigan, William Vincent (Kelly Harrison) of Katy, Texas, Philip Michael Abner of Cincinnati, Ohio and Rachel Frances of Tucson, Arizona; and his grandchildren, Henry, Charlotte, Kyla, Phelix, Tala, Armando and Mayari. He is also survived by numerous nephews and nieces.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools.
