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Tommy E. Tipler
Date Of Birth:November 18, 1938
Date Of Death:June 15, 2012
Service Date:Funeral services will be on Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. at Ruestman-Harris Funeral Home, El Paso. Rev. Dr. Tim Smith will officiate.
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, El Paso.
Visitation will be on Monday from 4 to 7 at Ruestman-Harris Funeral Home, El Paso.

El Paso

Tommy E. Tipler, 73 of 9250CR and 2900E, El Paso died at 4:00 A.M. Friday, June 15, 2012 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria.

Funeral services will be on Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. at Ruestman-Harris Funeral Home, El Paso. Rev. Dr. Tim Smith will officiate. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, El Paso. Visitation will be on Monday from 4 to 7 at Ruestman-Harris Funeral Home, El Paso.

Tommy was born November 18, 1938 in Bloomington a son of Leslie and Pearl Garey Tipler He married Daisy Finney on August 2, 1964 at Greenfield. She survives.

Other survivors include his mother; Pearl Tipler of El Paso, a daughter; Karen (Adam) Mool of El Paso, three sons; Jeff Tipler of El Paso, Brian (Stephanie) Tipler and Brad Tipler both of Panola, one brother; Larry (Vivian) Tipler of Kingston Springs, TN, six grandchildren; Payton Mool, Breanna Tipler, Ashton Tipler, Olivia Tipler, Hayden Tipler, and Tessa Tipler.

He was preceded in death by his father and a granddaughter.

Tommy was a lifetime farmer in the El Paso area and had been previously employed by the Eureka Company and Pfister Hybrid Corn Company. He served in the United States Army reserves. He was a member of First Baptist Church, El Paso, the El Paso American Legion and the Woodford County Farm Bureau. Tommy enjoyed fishing and hunting and wintering with Daisy in Florida. Most of all he enjyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the El Paso Rescue Squad, American Heart Association or Multiple Sclerosis Association.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.ruestmanharrisfuneralhome.com


  • From: Bonnie Armstrong

    My thoughts and prayers to all the family.


  • From: karen  reynolds {burtis]
    Location:flanagan

    I am so sorry to here of your loss. Tommy was a wonderful person and a great joy to be around.he will be missed by many. May GOD help you all through this hard time.


  • From: Linda Fernandes
    Location:Springfield, Il

    Daisy and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We know how difficult this time is for you. You have our deepest sympathy. Mae and Linda


  • From: Keri Rush (Blackmore)
    Location:El Paso

    So very sorry to hear of Tommy'S passing. He will be greatly missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.


  • From: Marie  "Grubb" Turner
    Location:Stanford, Il

    Pearl and family, We are so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. The Grubb family send our sincere sympathy.


  • From: Jo Bressan
    Location:El Paso, IL

    Dear Tipler family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I've heard so many positive comments these last few days about what a nice, happy person Tom was. I'm afraid I'm not quite up to attending another funeral so soon after my father's, but my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jo Bressan


  • From: Craig Paluska
    Location:Roanoke

    Daisy, Pearl, Karen, Jeff, Brian, Brad and families, We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. You have our condolences. Tom was a great fellow and will be missed by many. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. Craig and Vickie Paluska James Paluska Tony, and Pam, Paluska Nikki, and Matt Grafelmann Pearl Paluska


  • From: Kelly Tipler
    Location:Nashville, TN

    We'll always remember Uncle Tom as a smiling and fun-loving, jolly soul that loved to cut up with a group of people. He became a "cool" Uncle for me very young, as I still remember him taking me for a ride in the combine as a kid. We love you, Aunt Daisy, Karen, Jeff, Brad, and Brian. The Tipler family has had a big loss. We are sending you peace and are hopeful that memories will be a comfort to you. Kelly and John


  • From: Kim Barth
    Location:Minonk

    Tipler Family, Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Tommy was always so much fun to be around. Alway happy and laughing! I will remember "Fluffy" always. Hold on to your memories. God be with you all at this time and always. Love, Kim, Kaleb and Kaden


  • From: Sean Hastings
    Location:Naperville, IL

    I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember seeing Tom at your farm when I was a kid and thinking that he was such a strong guy with a warm smile and big laugh. I also remember, Jeff, him letting you take me on his snowmmobile - I always thought that was pretty cool. Take good care.


  • From: Don and Joyce Stotts
    Location:Winter Haven, FL

    Daisy, Pearl and family. We were so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May your loving memories of and with Tom sustain you through this difficult time.


  • From: Mary Hall
    Location:Bloomington, IL

    Brian & Stephanie I am so sorry for your loss. My Deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.


  • From: Carol and Norm Knighton
    Location:Fruitland Park FL

    Dear Daisy and Family...Norm and I are so sorry to learn of Tom's passing. I know he will be missed by his family as well as his friends in Griffwood. Tom always seemed to have a twinkle in his eye and a ready smile as well as a willingness to help! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you feel God's comfort and strength at this time. Sincerely...Norm and Carol Knighton


  • From: martha feeney
    Location:Normal, illinois

    The photos is great. I remember Tom as a happy father and proud husband. He loved ice fishing, and telling stories. What a nice man to be around. When my husband and I got married in the late 70"s, Tommy Tippler and Buss Leinhause fried croppey for us at EPGC. The 4 of us were there well past closing and it is a happy memory. It was a pleasure to know him and he will certainly be missed. He was a gentle, very likable man. God bless, Martha Feeney


  • From: Dr. Randy Brunswick
    Location:Bloomington

    Please accept my deepest sympathy. I have been in cardiac rehab class at Bromenn with Tom for years. He was a joy to interact with. He always had a funny story and a smile on his face. You couldn't ask for a nicer guy. He was especially fond of his fishing stories in Florida. Rest in peace.


  • From: Lana and Ray Nelson-Stone/Stone
    Location:Decatur, IL

    Daisy and family, We are so sorry to learn of Tom's death. Ray really enjoyed fishing on Lake Griffin with Tom and the other snow birds and sharing stories about the ones who got away and the ones who didn't. Tom had a ready smile and a kind word for everyone. He'll be missed.


  • From: Rose Marie (Myers) Poulos Norton
    Location:Durant, IA formerly El Paso, IL

    My sister, Reta, called to tell me of Tom's death. We used to live just south of Tom & Larry's parents southeast of El Paso. I remember climbing the apple trees at their house and I also remember the time they rescued a squirrel and kept it for awhile as a pet. I am sure he will be greatly missed.


  • From: Rose Marie (Myers) Poulos Norton
    Location:Durant, IA formerly El Paso, IL

    My sister, Reta, called to tell me of Tom's death. We used to live just south of Tom & Larry's parents southeast of El Paso. I remember climbing the apple trees at their house and I also remember the time they rescued a squirrel and kept it for awhile as a pet. I am sure he will be greatly missed.


  • From: Dennis  Orns
    Location:Oak Ridge, TN

    So sorry to hear about your loss, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.


  • From: Michelle Graham
    Location:Bloomington, IL

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Tom was always smiling and full of cheer. Karen, I will always remember the times at your house when we were in school. Iam saddened you all have to go thru this. Stay strong & take care of yourself. He will be missed by many.


  • From: Chris Hastings

    My sympathy goes out to the entire Tipler family and all friends and family of Tom. I have always known the Tiplers to be a wonderful warm, caring and kind family and I wish you all peace and love.


  • From: Kathy Brenneman
    Location:Washington, DC

    Karen and family my heart and thoughts are with you during this time. I know how much you all wanted him with you longer. Treasure your memories.


  • From: Meredith Steffen-Culp
    Location:Carrollton, Tx

    Aunt Pearl, Daisy and Family - I was so sad to hear about Tom's passing. May the memory of his smile and wonderful times get you through the days to come. -Meredith


  • From: Judy Steffen
    Location:Oakwood, Illinois

    Daisy and Family, I send my heartfelt sympathy to your families. I remember many stories Gary told me about the fun times Tom and the other cousins had when they were boys. I know Gary loved going to the farm. I hope the support of family, friends, and church will provide you some comfort. You will be in my prayers, Judy


  • From: Gordon & Traci Belt
    Location:Kingston Springs, TN

    Larry and Vivian Tipler are neighbors and good friends of ours. We're so sorry to hear of this news. We will have your family in our prayers.