James Daniel Tipton, born September 2, 1924 passed March 26, 2025 at the age of 100. His wife Marilyn Carol (Brigham) Tipton, sons Steven Scott Tipton and Kevin Keith Tipton preceded him in death.

He was a veteran of World War II having served in the Army Air Corp deployed in the Mid-Pacific Theater of operations as a bombardier on B-29 bombers.  He was a patriot and element of “The Greatest Generation.” He was a graduate of the University of Oklahoma earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.  During his distinguished career in the field of business, he served as senior executive in upper management level positions.  He earned many awards and recognition for his business acumen.  He lived with gentle dignity with little fanfare of his life’s accomplishments.

A memorial service at his home with immediate family members only will take place April 6, 2025.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in James’s memory to a charity of your choice.