Oren Edward Tipton

August 5, 1939 - May 6, 2020

Oren Edward Tipton "Tip"DeSoto, Missouri, formerly of St. James, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at the Hillcrest Care Center in DeSoto. Oren was born in St. James on August 5, 1939 to Chaney and Mildred (Fredrickson) Tipton. Tip never finished high school, but was so smart at everything, he loved to cook and he turned that into his profession when he joined the Viburnum Golf and Country Club as it's Head Chef; not only was he doing something he loved, but was also getting to play more golf, a win, win for Tip. He loved all sports, and the St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Chiefs were his teams. He also enjoyed fishing, something that being born and raised in the St. James area allowed him many opportunities with the beautiful rivers, and creeks that it offered. Tip never served his country in the military, he was very patriotic, and was proud of the country he lived in. Up until his health no longer permitted Tip enjoyed attending The First Baptist Church in St. James. Oren Edward Tipton is survived by his children, Todd, Tracy, and Tory; step-son, Mark Eilerman; five grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren; a host of extended family and friends. Graveside services will be held at the St. James, Cemetery on Friday, May 8, 2020 at 12:00 PM with Reverend Jerry Baumann officiating.