Ronald (Ron) James Kippenhan

Ronald (Ron) James Kippenhan, born in Appleton, WI, on March 10, 1936, now of Abrams, passed away on July 5, 2026, after deciding that he had had enough pain.

He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1953 to 1956. He was a member of the Abrams American Legion.

After the service to his country, he enrolled in Fox Valley Tech School to become and upholsterer. After working with various upholstery shops he opened his own shop in Neenah. In all, he upholstered for over 60 years.

In 1999, he married the love of his life, Loretta.

He is survived by his children: Shawn and 3 children, Bonnie (Gene) Beschta and 2 children, Richard and 3 children.

Three step children: Susan (Scott) Ingram, Michael Natzke and 4 children, Katherine Swelstad and 2 children.

Services will be at the Lena Seventh-day Adventist Church in Lena on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 11 a.m., with visitation from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m.