Michael Gipfert, 31, passed away from kidney disease and heart failure, at home in Mechanicsville, Iowa, on Thursday, May 9, 2024. Per Michael's wishes, cremation has taken place. The family is being cared for by Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Mount Vernon, Iowa.
Michael was born January 24, 1993, in Sidney, Nebraska, son to Jana Gipfert. Michael graduated from Sidney High School in 2011. Michael was known to be a homebody; he enjoyed reading, longboarding, and playing video games, especially Call of Duty Zombies and RuneScape.
He is survived by his mother, Jana Gipfert; step-sister, Kelli; aunts and uncles, Donna Gipfert, Bill (Lena) Gipfert, Kenny (Janet) Gipfert, Dean (Nancy) Gipfert, Jan (Christine) Gipfert, Christine (Jerry) Gipfert, Marilyn Judd, and Caroline Harvey; best friends, Sean Neal and Billy Uhrig; and dog, Tequila.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ken (May) Gipfert; aunts and uncles, Charles Gipfert, Diane Nemeyer, Lucille Florke, Chuck Harvey, Gary Judd, Doyle Gipfert, and Lynn Gipfert; and cousin, Kent Gipfert.
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services – Mount Vernon
Words cannot express my deepen sorrow of loss of an excellent friend. You have taught me so much during our time together. I never took it for granted, I will always treasure what we had. You’ve always had a special place in my heart. I love you, I always have & I always will. Rest in peace my dear, you are no longer in pain, you are no longer suffering. I will see you on the other side