Obituary of Richard Lippman

Mr. Richard Lippman, 80, most recently of Shearer Street, Palmer, MA passed away peacefully on June 21, 2017 at his home. Born on November 15, 1936 in Holyoke, MA, he was the son of Richard and Ella Lippman. He was a graduate of Holyoke High School, Class of 1954. He had been a resident of the Fort Plain/Canajoharie area for over 35 years. Mr. Lippman was employed with LifeSavers in Canajoharie for 25 years and he served as Vice President of the Worker's Union for Beech-Nut. His personal interests included flea markets, auctions, going to the Casino, and watching the Red Sox. He loved spending time with his family. His sister Peggy Lippman and brother, Charles Lippman predeceased him. Mr. Lippman is survived by his wife, Kathy Lippman; children, Lynn Reinhart, Phil Reinhart, Rick Lippman and his wife, Chris, Sherene Zelezny and her husband, Dan; 11 grandchildren, Adam Watson, Nikia Lippman, Ricky Lippman, Casey Ponte, Josh Ponte, Brody Zelezny, Jacquline Reinhart, Michael Reinhart, Ryan Reinhart, Jessica Reinhart, Dan Reinhart; 4 great-grandchildren, Mariah, Isla, Tavin Tamsett, Isaiah Mykel, Josiah Mykel; as well as several nieces and nephews. Services are private and will be held at the convenience of the family.