In Orlando, Florida on August 17, 1941 James R. Kipp entered the world. Born to proud parents Marjorie and Albert Kipp. He had the most generous, loving heart and touched many lives with his presence. Jim was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and even great-grandfather. Having been a life-long resident of Sanford and proudly served in the National Guard.

Jim loved eating chocolate ice cream was an avid fisherman although not a fan of catch and release. He loved spending time with family and also watching movies.

His family is large one, leaving behind his wife Nellie Diaz-Kipp, his father Albert, his sister Sara and brother Thomas, his daughter Jami, his sons Jeff, Kevin, Michael, his step-children Luis and Diane and youngest four legged daughter, Princess. He has three grandchildren: Courtney, Jessica and Casey with numerous great grand children.


Services will be Friday November 20, 2015 between 2:00-5:00 PM,with the Celebration of Life Ceremony at 3pm. Located at DeGusipe Funeral Home, Sanford.