William “Buck” Kipper, age 77 of Rhinelander, died Friday, May 25, 2018, at his home.  He was born Dec. 19, 1940, in West Allis to William L. and Helen (Markulin) Kipper.

Buck is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Kipper of Rhinelander; his daughter, Pam (Todd) Gabriel of Inver Grove Heights, Minn.; his son, Buck (Ann) Kipper of Rhinelander; and two grandchildren, Henry and Maria.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Barbara Mallouk.

A memorial mass for Buck will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 9, at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, south campus, with Fr. Randy Knauf officiating.  Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of mass Saturday at the church.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a memorial will be established in Buck’s name and contributions may be directed in care of his family. (Carlson Funeral Home)