Douglas R. Lipert

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Douglas R. Lipert, 81 – Of Northborough and formerly of North Reading and Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022 at the UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester.

Born in Milwaukee, WI on May 23, 1940. He was the son of the late Anthony and Winona G. (Olson) Lipert. Doug was raised and attended school in Wiconsin. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, serving from 1958 to 1961, he was assigned to the U.S.S. Bristol.

Doug worked for many years as a self employed electrician. He also worked for several years as an Industrial truck driver. Prior to the service, he was a butter maker in Wisconsin. Doug was a former resident of North Reading for 63 years and he loved Harley Davidson motor cycling since 1957.

He was a member of the U.S.S. Bristol Veteran’s Association, American Legion Post No. 234, Harley Davidson Association and the U.S.S. Cassin Young Volunteers in Charlestown.

He was the loving husband of Holly G. (Lechtur) Lipert and the late Marianne E. (Silva) Lipert; Loving father of Lori Jean Lipert Berg of Chelmsford, Brad Lipert of Chesapeake, VA, Jeffrey Lipert of Navarre, FL and Douglas Lipert of Sanford, ME; brothers, Carrington and Jerry Lipert and his late sister, Peggy Lee Lipert; 8 grandchildren; Mark, Joel, Lee Ann, Skyla, JD, Jackie, Ryan and Samantha, 5 great grandchildren; Makala, Madison, Victoria, Quinlan and Xander.

Graveside services will be held in Riverside Cemetery on Thursday, March 24 at 11:30 AM. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading.

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28 thoughts on “Douglas R. Lipert”

  2. been a rough month guys very sorry to hear of dads passing alot of memories and great times my heart goes out to you god bless jim cheney

  3. Many condolences to all the family. We will remember him fondly and all the kindnesses he shared with our family. Rest In Peace

  4. ..thinking of you, Lori and Jeff. My thoughts are with you and your family. I know this is a hard time. Yours, Lorraine Mr. Doug Lipert ️

  6. I’m so heartbroken to hear this ….. my condolences to Holly and his children and grandchildren….. he was one of the nicest guys I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing …..RIP always Doug you will be sorely missed by all who knew you and loved you

  7. So sorry for your loss, Lori. Condolences to your family and may he rest in peace.

  8. So sorry for your loss. He was a great neighbor for all the years we lived accross the street . You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

  9. It’s hard to know just what to say because your loss is so great, .Your father ,was a wonderful man, no words can truly express how he touched us all. He will be missed in many ways…May God give you comfort and peace..

  10. The Crew of The Uss Cassin Young was saddened to hear of Doug’s passing. Cassin Young was Doug’s second home for a number of years. He generously gave of His time and skills to restore this great WW2 Monument. He brought so much to the ship, made a lot of friends and was appreciated by all. Doug is at peace now with His shipmates. Fair Winds and Following Seas.

  11. On behalf of the USS Cassin Young Assn DD793 our condolences to Doug’s family. He will not be forgotten for the many hours he spent lovingly working on the ship.

  12. My deepest sympathy to Doug’s family. I will always remember his kind words and smile.

  13. We rode, we shared stories, told tales and above all shared a brotherhood that some may never understand. Fair winds and following seas my brother. Until we meet again.

  14. Dad (Don Tanner) and I send many prayers of peace for Doug’s family. My Dad and Doug were ship mates and friends. I had the pleasure of meeting Doug at one of the Bristol reunions and we have remained friends via FB. He was a kind man and will be missed.

  15. A wonderful man. I Loved him! To his children, Holly and family – sending you our deepest prayers.

  16. My heart goes out to you Holly and his family. He was a very nice gentleman always.

  18. Lori and Family. There is not enough room here to list all the great times that we shared with you and Dad. You were always right there with Him. So many great memories that you will cherish forever. I will miss the “OLE BOY” as I called Him. His memory will be preserved on Cassin Young with an engraving that will be added to our Honor Roll. All our love, Stevie and Patty

  19. My deepest sympathy to the Lipert Family. Was so lucky to have known Doug. He was the kindest man I have ever met.R.I.P. my dear friend.

  20. Our love and condolences to the family. Doug was a very special guy and we enjoyed his company. Amen.

  21. To the entire Lipert family….I am so sorry for the loss of your father. He was a great guy. He came to Laconia with John and I a couple of times. Riding was definitely a passion of his. I know the pain you are feeling all too well. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you ❤

  23. I was so sorry ro hear about your Dad. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family..

  24. My sincere condolences to the family on Doug’s passing. I was a Shipmate with him in the late 1950’s on the USS Bristol DD857 May he Rest In Peace. Paul Ratcliffe. EM2.

  25. Doug and I were shipmates aboard the USS Bristol DD857 as well as members of the Bristol Veteran’s Association and on behalf of all our former shipmates that sailed aboard Bristol, we offer our condolences and prayers.

  26. To Douglas’s “Tin Can’s” Family, We pray for you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
    To you TinCan we pray for your heavenly rest in God’s Garden of Peace. You will always be in our hearts brother. Your sisters and brothers from the American Legion Riders 234 Northborough, MA

    Fair Winds and Following Seas

    1. So sorry for your loss, its hard losing someone of any age, here hoping all is well. Let our Creator carry him home God Bless.

  27. So sorry for your loss, its so hard to loss some one at any age. I hope all is good and may the good Lord Bless you all.

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