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Robert A. Whipple, 67

09/20/2023

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Robert Anthony (Whip)Whipple, 67 of North Adams, MA passed away on Wednesday September 20, 2023 at his home following a brief, but heroic battle with Cancer.

He was born in Worcester, MA on June 14, 1956 a son of the late Gloria Jean (Farrin) Whipple. He attended local schools including McCann Technical High School.

Bob was the owner and operator of Bob Whipple Contracting for many years, as well as Mr.Whipples Bronzing in the 90’s. He was a avid biker and enjoyed riding his motorcycles and snowmobiles. He also enjoyed boating and fishing. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with and teaching life lessons to his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Glory Lee (Ames) Whipple whom he married on June 6, 1992 and two daughters, Crystal Ames of Adams, MA and Stephanie Ritcher (Hector) of Pittsfield, MA. He also leaves seven grandchildren including Noah, Maliek, Aleecia, Athena, Michael, Steven and Stephanie; one sister, Renee Vincent, a nephew, Nick Caropreso and several nieces.He is predeceased by his brother Bruce Whipple and beloved Dog Melba Jean.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A small private ceremony will be held October 6th 2023 followed by a Celebration of Life for Bob Whipple at The Greylock Community Club at 3:00 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to PopCares in care of FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS CENTRAL CHAPEL, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA 01247. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com

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Renee and Family, I am sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Nancy (Rolnick) Giorgi
from: Nancy Giorgi	on: 09-29-2023

I knew Bob for only only a few months during his earthly life, but along with my good friend, John Shea, who had known Bob from childhood, we shared, in depth, what had become to Bob the most important aspect of his life. Shortly after his diagnosis of brain cancer, Bob had a miraculous encounter with Jesus Christ. He turned his life completely over to Jesus, received His forgiveness, knew positively he was on his way to heaven and set out to tell everybody about His Savior and Lord. Almost everyone who visited Bob heard him enthusiastically tell them about Jesus. Bob wanted everyone to know that he had been transformed into a new person by the power of the Lord Jesus. John and I would visit regularly, teach Bob from the Bible, and pray with him. His faith was strong right up to the end when he went to be with the Lord. Bob wanted everyone in his life to come to Jesus as well, so we can all spend eternity together in heaven. John and I continue to pray for comfort from the Holy Spirit for Glory and the entire family as well as Bob's many friends.
from: Bill Wilson	on: 09-29-2023

R.I.P Bob
from: Nicholas Griffin	on: 09-27-2023

My dear friend Glory...you are in my thoughts and prayers
from: Debbie	on: 09-27-2023

I’m so very sorry for your family’s loss. I remember dancing at your wedding. You two were a match made in heaven. God bless you all. Rest In Peace Bob ?
from: Heather Brown	on: 09-27-2023

Dear Glory and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Bob was a truly wonderful person. Every weekend when his girls were young, he'd bring them to visit our birds JoJo, and Kojack. He was delighted to hear the girls laugh as JoJo talked to them! Many warm and wonderful memories. He was a good friend and will truly be missed.
from: Butch Schmidt & Barb Canale-Schmidt	on: 09-26-2023

Glory and Family, so very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was a great guy. Hold tightly to your memories. Deepest sympathy to all of you!
from: Karen & Ray	on: 09-26-2023

To Bob's family I send my deepest condolences. He was a good man and kind to everyone. I bet he rode through the pearly gates.
from: Cindy (Pecor)Schneider	on: 09-26-2023

I am so sorry for your loss. You don't know me but I am Bobs 1 st. Cousin. His father my Uncle Bobby who was hardly ever around was my Moms Brother. She was Margery Whipple Blair. I remember Gloria coming to our house to visit and your Bob was with her. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Janice
from: Janice Blair Trombley	on: 09-26-2023

Glory,Crystal,all family,John and I are so sorry for your great loss.He was brave like all of you.Thinking of you all.
from: John and Lauria Wilker	on: 09-26-2023

I am so sorry for yr loss
from: Cristy briggs	on: 09-26-2023

My deepest sympathy's to Glory and the rest of the family. I pray that the beautiful memories and special times bring you some sort of peace and comfort at such a difficult time.
from: Pam Sisto	on: 09-26-2023

So sorry to hear of Bobs passing . He was a good friend to myself and many more. I always called him the Gentle Giant because of his size and he was always soft spoken. Great guy that didn't deserve this. Prayers to all involved . R.I.P. Bob
from: Keith E. Bush	on: 09-26-2023

So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing, Bob and I were friends and went to school together for years. He was always a hard worker, my thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Dave Emery
from: Dave	on: 09-26-2023

Bob was a good man from a good family. I have known him since our teens and he has always been respectful and very hardworking. Later in life I found friends in his Mom and Sis. I am so sorry that this Godforsaken disease entered your world as it has many of us. But you fought the fight and now you have won the war by entering a world with less of the struggles and heavenly gates. I am sure your Mom and Bro were very happy to see you . For now good friend your job here has been accomplished and no worries or struggles left for you. Prayers and Love to Ren , Nick and anyone else that needs to hear this.
from: Elaine Cann	on: 09-25-2023

To Glory & Family We are saddened to learn of the passing of Bob, We've been Washington Ave neighbors for the past 23 years and always known Bob to be a good neighbor and human being.Bob would always look out for his neighbors as that's just the way Bob was,Our thoughts are with you all, he will be missed.
from: Tom Ostrander	on: 09-25-2023

Glory , I am so very sorry for your loss sending love and prayers to you and your family love you Jamie Field (Gamari )
from: Jamie	on: 09-25-2023

I’m so sorry for your loss ! Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
from: Karen Buffkin	on: 09-25-2023

We did it all together. Riding working and fishing always had fun. I will miss my freind
from: Steve bleau	on: 09-25-2023

To Bob;s family, We are so sorry for your loss. Bob made many improvements to our home. He was a good honest business man. He was a great person and will be missed.
from: Tom & Pam Kidder	on: 09-25-2023

I'm very sorry to hear that Bob has passed. I knew Bob since grade school our paths crossed in many settings all through the years. My condolences to the family. We often ran into each other up at Natural Bridge a beautiful place to escape. Very sad to hear.
from: Markacahoon@gmail.com	on: 09-25-2023

Bob was a hard working man , a great big brother, a great brother in law to Al Vincent and a great uncle to Nick. He was a family man. I believe he’s with his mom and Bruce until we meet again . Sis Ren
from: Renee and Al Vincent	on: 09-25-2023

Glory and family, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I have known him for many years. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and all of the family.
from: Deb Casuscelli Blanchard	on: 09-25-2023

I'm so very sorry. Love you all.
from: Toni Ciolkowski	on: 09-25-2023

I'm so very sorry for your loss Glory my deepest condolences to you and your family
from: Cheryl Slick	on: 09-25-2023

So sorry for your loss ? prayers go out to all your family. If you need anything lmk. Love you
from: Robert and Donna Thomas	on: 09-25-2023

So sorry to hear, he was a very generous guy always made me laugh, he will be missed by a lot of people. Glory always think happy thoughts, keep your chin up kid. Love you guys The Gardzina family
from: Andrew Gardzina	on: 09-25-2023

I'm so sorry for your loss I've known Bob for a long time such a good man
from: Sue perras	on: 09-25-2023

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