James Arthur Tipton – Adrian

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James Arthur Tipton, 83, of Adrian, MI, passed away on June 10, 2025, at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio Ebeid Center. James was born on September 24, 1941, in Blissfield, MI to Cecil and Esther (Hazzard) Tipton. Jim married Dixie Lee Hamden on October 1, 1959, enjoying 61 years of marriage before she passed on August 16, 2021.

Jim worked at Tecumseh Products for over 33 years before retiring. In his free time, Jim enjoyed riding his Harley, camping, fishing, golfing and playing pool. Jim also was an avid model railroader.

Jim is survived by his grandson, Ryan (Ben Hanson) Tefertiller; siblings, John (Nevin) Tipton, Helen Tipton and Bob (Sarah) Tipton. He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents, parents, daughter, Cynthia Tipton, wife, Dixie Tipton, sisters, Betty Fox and Joan (John) Conklin.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, from 6-8:00 p.m. at Wagley Funeral Home, Adrian. Visitation will also be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of funeral services at 1:00 p.m. at Wagley Funeral Home, Adrian, with Rev. Larry Betz officiating. Burial to follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Catherine Cobb Safe House in Adrian.

Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.WagleyFuneralHomes.com