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Kenneth Hipskind

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Kenneth Hipskind of Fairview Heights, Illinois passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Belleville, Illinois. He was surrounded by family at the time of his death and passed peacefully across the veil having received the Last Rites of the Holy Catholic Church.

He was preceded in death by his:

Parents, Dr. John and Maxine Hipskind and our dear sister Mary Eileen Hipskind.

He is survived by his:

Daughter, Lori Hipskind-Burdick DaCosse (Robert) and her children Eve and Jack, his sons John Hipskind (Wendy) and  their children Hayley and Hadley, and Gregory Hipskind (Emily) and their children Samuel and Reid. He is also survived by his 5 brothers- Dr. S. Gregory Hipskind (Marji), John G. Hipskind (Tracy), Dr. Timothy Hipskind (Caroline), David Hipskind (Sharon) and Patrick Hipskind (Lisa) and three sisters- Elizabeth Hipskind Taylor (Donn), Carolee Hipskind Schrader (David) and Ann Hipskind Hoerner (Kevin) and numerous loving nephews and nieces.

Ken was a graduate of Blessed Sacrament Grade School and Althoff Catholic High School. After serving honorably in the U.S. Navy, he worked for Lockheed-Martin in California as well as the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Department. He completed a degree in Business Administration with Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, graduating with honors.

Ken enjoyed attending and watching sports of all types and was a huge Cardinal baseball and Blues hockey fan. In his later years he most enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren upon whom he doted. Ken was a very loving person and had a big heart. He was respected as a very intelligent and passionate man, particularly regarding the causes in which he believed. Ken led a life of belief in Christ’s redeeming love. He will be missed by many.

Memorials: Memorials may be made to the Blessed Sacrament School.

Visitation:  Visitation from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 22, 2022, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Belleville, IL.

Funeral:  Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 22, 2022, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, with Father Matthew Elie officiating.  Interment will follow at Highland City Cemetery, Highland, IL.

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#1 Comment By Maryruth Young O’ Hagan On April 20, 2022 @ 6:37 am

I am so sorry for your loss, praying for all of you .

#2 Comment By Tim Hipskind On April 21, 2022 @ 1:52 pm

Thank you Maryruth!! We appreciate your thoughtfulness.

#3 Comment By David Wilburn On April 20, 2022 @ 7:00 am

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Hipskind family. One of the best and truly great guy .

#4 Comment By Tim Hipskind On April 21, 2022 @ 1:51 pm

Hi David, thank you for the post! We appreciate your thoughtfulness. God bless!

#5 Comment By Keith Wilburn On April 20, 2022 @ 7:13 am

I am so sorry for your family’s loss. My thoughts are with you all.

#6 Comment By Tim Hipskind On April 21, 2022 @ 1:47 pm

Thank you Keith! Very much appreciated. I hope all is well with you.

#7 Comment By Tim Hipskind On April 21, 2022 @ 1:49 pm

Thank you Keith! We appreciate you taking the time to post that!!

#8 Comment By Claire Hatch On April 20, 2022 @ 7:37 am

So very sorry for your loss. He was a great guy!

#9 Comment By Tim Hipskind On April 21, 2022 @ 1:48 pm

Thank you Claire! Yes a good man, we’ll miss him

#10 Comment By Keith Carlisle On April 20, 2022 @ 8:03 am

My deepest sympathies to my friend Tim and the entire Hipskind family . Prayers for peace, comfort and understanding to you all .

#11 Comment By Shelley Withouse Biegler On April 20, 2022 @ 3:02 pm

So sorry for your loss. He was so fun and nice in High School. Sending love

#12 Comment By Paul Calloway On April 20, 2022 @ 5:58 pm

Condolences and prayers for a long time friend .

#13 Comment By Tim Hipskind On April 21, 2022 @ 1:53 pm

Thank you so much Shelley! We will miss him.

#14 Comment By Christy Kastel Buesch On April 20, 2022 @ 3:53 pm

Carolee and all the Hipskind family you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. We take comfort knowing he is in the arms of our Savior Jesus Christ. God bless and give you all a peace that passes all understanding.

#15 Comment By Elizabeth schrader On April 20, 2022 @ 8:34 pm

Thank you to everyone he was a
Wonderful uncle. He will be missed !!❤️

#16 Comment By Shelly Renner On April 21, 2022 @ 12:56 am

I’m so sorry to hear this news. 😢🙏

#17 Comment By Tim Hipskind On April 21, 2022 @ 1:56 pm

Hi Shelly! Thank you for your post and prayers.

#18 Comment By PATRICIA A RANDOLPH On April 22, 2022 @ 3:36 am

Carolee,
So very sorry to hear about your brother. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Patty Clark Randolph

#19 Comment By Kathy King On April 22, 2022 @ 8:46 am

My deepest sympathy to Greg & Emily along with the rest of your family. May your father rest in peace.

#20 Comment By Sue Ferguson On April 24, 2022 @ 10:57 pm

My deepest sympathies to all of you, all of the Hipskind family. I can still picture clearly the family and the love in your wonderful home on Signal Hill Blvd. My heart and love go out to all of you.