Donald John Lippold, 92, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2026, surrounded with the love of his family. Born July 13, 1934, he is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Carol Lippold (nee Reilly). He was the proud father of four children: Donna (Patrick) Larson, Diane (John) Niebling, Elaine (Brad) Lechner and Craig (Sara) Lippold; seven grandchildren: Nicole (Matt) Adams, Patricia Larson, Amelia Lechner, Carson Lippold, Reilly Lechner, Sydney Lippold and Paige Lippold; and two great-grandchildren, Ann and Agnes Adams. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Julia Lippold, and a sister, Gloria Heintz.
He is also survived by two sisters, Janet Stein and Juanita Foster, many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and cousins.
Donald was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a retired employee of Defense Mapping Agency – Aerospace Center. A loving husband, devoted father and loyal friend, he was always ready to lend a hand to whoever needed it. He also enjoyed following the St. Louis Cardinals and going to spring training games after he retired. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity.
Services: Funeral from Kutis South County Chapel (5255 Lemay Ferry Rd.) on Thursday October 15, 2026 9:30 am to St. Francis of Assisi Church for 10 am Mass. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday 4-8 pm.
Carol my heart hurts for you!
We all loved Don at the KC Hall and all his work at the meat shoots – even laughing at me as I always missed the target! I know he is enjoying all the peanut M&M’s he wants, enjoying his beer and still cheering on the Cardinals! He was a great friend to many, Herb, Joe and I will miss him a lot. I know he had a great reception at the pearly gates with his family and his fellow Knights.
May his soul rest in peace and God embrace all of you in your time of need.
I love you miss Carol.
Love,
Lucy, Herb and Joe
Very much enjoyed working with Don in the 1980’s and seeing him at our monthly retiree luncheons over the years. Much love to all of Don’s family and friends.
Don was my trainer and mentor when I was hired to be a Nagative Engraver with DMAAC. He was very tough and held me to a very high standard which I very much appreciated when my training period was over. I may not have become as successful at the job if not for him. Although I was very intimidated by him at first I soon saw his softer and more humerous side. My heart goes out to his entire family. I know you will miss him and always remember him with love.