Mr. Gipson served in the U.S. Army as a light weapons infantryman.  During his enlistment he received a Vietnam Service Medal w/3 Bronze Service Stars, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, National Defense Ribbon, Air Medal, Combat Infantry Badge and a Purple Heart. He served just under 2 years, but he served his country honorably.

After his military service ended he went to work for the Ford Motor Company.  He retired after 37 years working in the Parts Distribution Warehouse, alongside many family and friends.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing, but fishing was his favorite past time, according to his son.  He leaves behind his only son, Brandon and daughter-in-law Bonnie, as well as two granddaughters, Zoe and Ava, ages 4 and 3.
