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Roy Nipple, age 95, of Forsyth

August 22, 1927 – August 25, 2022

Roy Stanley Nipple age 95, passed away on August 25, 2022, in Forsyth, MT. He was born on August 22, 1927, to Arthur and Ruby (Kohlmeyer) Nipple. He had two siblings, a younger brother Wayne and sister Virginia (Quinlan).
He attended the Howard School from 1st grade to 8th grade and attended Forsyth High School. While in high school he joined the Navy. After graduating, he left for Colorado Springs, Colorado to begin the Naval Aviation Cadet Program. Upon discharge from the Navy, he worked construction and farmed in the Howard Valley.
On November 7, 1948, he married Mary Mae Simpson. To this union two children were born. Stanley (Lona) Nipple and Linda (Walt) Tadsen. He has five grandchildren: Sunday Weaver, Mark Nipple, Angie Hoffman, Cody Tadsen and Casey Tadsen. He also has eight great-grandchildren. He lived in the Howard Valley for 83 years before moving to Forsyth.
He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Ruby, brother Wayne, and son Stanley. Cremation has taken place and per his request no services will be held.

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  1. Lynelle Tompkins says

    August 26, 2022 at 5:18 pm

    So sorry to see this. Such a nice person and community member. He always had a smile and hello.

  2. Sharon Borla says

    August 26, 2022 at 5:52 pm

    Mary May, Linda and family, I am so saddened to learn of Roy’s passing. He was such a kind man. I always enjoyed visiting with him and will definitely miss those special Roy bear hugs. My prayers for comfort to all of you.

  3. Charles DeCock says

    August 26, 2022 at 6:33 pm

    I sure love that Roy! He surely will be missed but he will be in a much better kingdom. Roy amazed me in many ways. Rest In Peace my friend.

  4. Vickie & Dennis Krause says

    August 26, 2022 at 6:39 pm

    To all Roy’s family, saddened to hear of Roy’s passing. What a great neighbor & friend of our family. The memories will definitely be cherished. 🥰

  5. Peggy and Earl says

    August 27, 2022 at 10:01 am

    Dear Mary May, Linda, Walt, and Family,
    Earl joins me in expressing heartfelt condolences to you in the passing of your beloved, Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great Grandfather. May wonderful memories sustain you. May you be comforted by the thoughts, prayers, and compassion of others who are sharing this sorrow with you.

  6. Whitewolf says

    August 27, 2022 at 2:24 pm

    Our sincerest condolences from the Whitewolf family.

  7. Karen L. Rogers says

    August 27, 2022 at 3:23 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Kenny and I will be thinking of all of you. Prayers for healing.

  8. Debra & Peter Nolan says

    August 27, 2022 at 4:10 pm

    Our sincere condolences.

  9. Dwayne Albertson says

    August 27, 2022 at 5:42 pm

    Mary May, Linda and family.
    I remember our pinochle days and the happiness Roy shared. Great memories.
    You are in my prayers at this difficult time.

  10. Shirley K Haidle says

    August 27, 2022 at 10:41 pm

    Love and prayers for comfort during this sad time. It is so very hard to lose a parent.

  11. Debby Beals Beartusk says

    August 29, 2022 at 10:54 am

    Linda, Walt and Family – So sorry to read this. Your father had a long and good life. I hope your memories are comforting you at this time. Sincere Condolences.

  12. Norma Rangel Wegmann says

    August 29, 2022 at 2:09 pm

    Mrs. Nipple and Linda and family so sorry for your loss. Will give you a hug when I see you again

  13. Velma says

    August 29, 2022 at 2:50 pm

    Mary Mae, Linda and family, I most sincere condolences to your family and friends. I was always happy to see them at the fair and any time I got to see them.. Always so nice and pleasant to me. He will truly be missed.Take care….

  14. Pamela Ash says

    August 29, 2022 at 6:15 pm

    My sincere condolences. I knew him and all of the family my entire life. He will be missed.
    Pam

  15. Beverly and Jack Nile says

    August 29, 2022 at 8:02 pm

    Mary Mae, Linda and family sending our sincere condolences to your families, he will be missed by all that new him.

  16. Marcus Belgarde says

    September 1, 2022 at 7:35 am

    Dear Family,
    He was a great man. He was kind, caring, and warm hearted. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

  17. Marcus Belgarde says

    September 1, 2022 at 7:36 am

    Dear Family,
    He was a great man. He was kind, caring, and warm hearted. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. He will be greatly missed.

  18. Jennifer Ferguson Johnson says

    September 1, 2022 at 4:36 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

  19. Leona Schneemann says

    September 1, 2022 at 7:06 pm

    Mary May, Linda and family, I am sorry to hear of Roy`s passing. My thoughts and prayers are sent your way through the coming days.

  20. Callie clark says

    September 2, 2022 at 5:12 pm

    I’m sorry to hear bout your loss.. i have always talking with him especially when they used to come out to the ranch……He ll be greatly missed by all..

  21. Randy Lancaster says

    September 2, 2022 at 9:08 pm

    So sorry to hear of Roy’s passing. I enjoyed visiting with him, he seemed to always have a story.

  22. Kurt Kephart says

    July 5, 2023 at 7:40 am

    We were blessed to have known Roy. He was the most kind hearted man I’ve ever known. A true gentle spirit. So sorry to hear that he has passed.

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