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Barbara Anne Kipphorn, 83

April 13, 2019

Barbara “Bobbie” Anne (Wolpert) Kipphorn, 83, of Lancaster, formerly of Bala Cynwyd, PA, entered into heaven Saturday, April 13, 2019. Born in Lancaster she was the daughter of the late Eleanor (Thoms) Wolpert and Bernard “Bernie” Wolpert. She was the loving wife to Richard “Dick” A. Kipphorn, Jr. with whom she shared 65 years of marriage.

Barbara was a 1953 graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School. She spent her early adult life in suburban (Mainline) Philadelphia as a homemaker and was subsequently employed by Strawbridge & Clothier, St. Joseph’s University and, upon retiring to her hometown, Lancaster General Hospital, all of which she enjoyed enormously. Barbara especially looked forward to her monthly lunches with the LCHS girlfriends who fondly nicknamed her “Bobbie”. More than anything, Barbara loved entertaining all of her many friends and family at her homes in Bala Cynwyd, PA, Cape May, NJ, Ellenton, FL and back home in Lancaster. She hosted unforgettable get-togethers and meals, including most favored by all, her delicious New Year’s Day pork and sauerkraut.

In addition to her husband, Barbara is survived by her 3 children, Richard “Kipp” Kipphorn, III (Barbara J.) of West Chester, PA, B. Stefan Kipphorn (Anthony Alessandro) of New York, NY and Jeff T. Kipphorn (Lara) of Mountville, PA; 6 Grandchildren: Rick (Briony), Matthew, Nina, Benjamin, Sophie and Jack Kipphorn; her beloved sister, Dolores “Lori” and Charles “Soz” Ganse of East Petersburg, and nieces and nephews: Lou Anne (Matt) Kruse, Sharon (John) Ellis), Charles “Chuck” (Kathleen) Ganse, Linda (Joe) Krall, Michael (Wendy) LeFever, Stephanie (Steven) Leed, Robert Darlington, Patti (Jeff) Morlock, Kathleen (Drew) Stoken, Shellie Jones, Robert Kipphorn, Bethann (Alan) Kessel, Jennifer (Carlos) Luciano, and Cheryl Swartz.

A Catholic Funeral Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Church, 558 West Walnut Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 1:00 PM. Friends and family will be received for one hour prior to the service at 12 Noon. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Barbara’s memory may be offered to PandasInternational.org.

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October 10, 2021

My condolances to the Kipphorn family. 
Mark Heavey

April 23, 2019

My sincerest condolences to everyone in the Kipphorn family.
Glenn Carty

April 22, 2019

We were saddened to hear about Barbara’s passing.  Sending our prayers to the family.  Hugs to you Mr. K, we certainly missed you after moving from Basset Drive.  Barbara was a lovely person and will be dearly missed.  So sorry for your loss.  
Sandy, Cody and Elise Duncan

April 21, 2019

To the Family of “Bobbie,”
Bobbie and I were 2nd cousins throught the Wolpert Family and started our history together in kindergarten.   We went all through grade school and high school together, shared many wonderful memories all along the way, and continued in life as good friends for many years until marriage, babies, and distance separated us.   Knowing my dear cuz is no longer walking this earth makes me sad.   May the God of Peace be a constant comfort to you, Dick, and your whole family.    Shalom and love,  Maureen

April 21, 2019

Barbara was one of my BFF and I think about her everyday…Lots of memories of her, Dick, Chuck and I over the years…She will be missed by her family and friends and she is now without pain and in peace. Fondly,  Susie and Chuck Daidone

April 20, 2019

Dear Dick and family,
I just heard about Barbara!!! I am so very sorry and shocked… She was my friend for many, many years. She, Mary Anne Hanley, and Peggy Keener and myself were so close in high school and throughout the years! I will be praying for her and you, Dick. Bruce and I loved both of you! Our condolences.
Col(Ret) and Mrs. Bruce N. Kreider

April 20, 2019

My most sincere sympathy to all the Kipphorn family upon learning of the passing of Barbara Kipphorn. With great sadness we say goodbye to your mother, her caring and kindness will always be fondly remembered by me. May peace be with her and all of you. Your family remains as always in my thoughts. Sincerely John Justice.

April 19, 2019

My prayers are with you and your family
Kathleen (Trauger) Whittaker

April 19, 2019

I have many memories of Bobbie as a young mother, true friend and classmate.  I shall miss our lunches and talking about “our sons, Steve”. Rest in peace Bobbie, you deserve it.

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Saturday, May 11, 2019
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Sacred Heart Church
558 West Walnut Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
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