Rachel Leela Miriam Tipping, 49, of Willowick, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home, on June 1, 2023, after a brave battle with cancer.
Rachel is survived by her parents Eric and Sally Tipping, sister Maura, several aunts, uncles and cousins, partner Brian Campbell, cats Herman and Zora, and countless friends.
Rachel was born on December 24, 1973, and lived in Cleveland Heights, OH until her family moved to Virginia Beach, VA in April 1975. Rachel graduated from Frank W. Cox High School in 1992 and went on to earn a Bachelor of Communication from UNC Greensboro. Rachel moved back to the Cleveland area after college and began working for the Annashae Corporation. After leaving there Rachel worked for AAA East Central in Independence, OH for over twenty-four years. Rachel also held longtime part-time jobs at 10,000 Villages and the Cleveland Museum of Art. Rachel spoke fondly of her coworkers often and stayed in touch with many of them after she moved on to her next position. Rachel was an avid reader and animal lover, often volunteering at the Lake Humane Society. She was also passionate about art, movies, and travel. Rachel often felt restless unless she was pursuing one of these passions. Rachel loved the ocean, and her cremated remains will be placed there at a later date. Rachel’s kindheartedness and compassion will be missed.
The Tipping and Campbell families wish to thank the Seidman Cancer Center and Hospice of the Western Reserve for their dedicated care for Rachel during her battle with cancer. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Lake Humane Society.
A Celebration of Rachel’s Life will be held Sunday, June 11, 2023, at 11AM at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91)
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Hannah Ruble
I am so heartbroken over this news. Rachel was such a sweet, amazing soul and some of my happiest childhood memories include her. I can’t imagine the unbearable pain you all are going through. I am praying for God’s peace and strength to sustain you.
Stephanie Ventura
Goodbye my friend. I will miss you.
Velda Robinson
My sincerest condolences to the family to Brian in the Campbell’s for their loss
Janice Boyce
I am so sorry for your loss. Rachel was a great friend and co-worker to many. She will be missed. Continued prayers
Janice Boyce
Your Friend Robbie
The True Blessing of a Friend. The Lord brought us together, theres a bond that we share..It’s a Blessing we call Friendship. I always enjoyed the times that we spent together and you are Forever in my Heart
Death Has a Heartache No one can Heal….Love has Memories No one can Steal..You will truly be missed
Debra S. Bates
Oh Rachel, how this breaks my heart! What an inspiration you are and it was my pleasure working with you all these years with our ERS stories and complaints. Your were a great employee for AAA East Central. Heaven has sure gain a beautiful angel!!! Thoughts and prayers to your family!
Ilona Kun
My deepest condolences to Rachel’s family. I never met her in person, but she was always so kind and willing to help me when I had AAA members with an ERS problem. Rachel was a genuinely nice person and she will be missed very much. Rest in Peace.
Phuntso Dorjee
Our hearts are with Rachel’s whole family. The passing of such a caring, compassionate person is a loss to the whole community. May all who are now mourning this loss have peace and strength.
Frank and Lori Lipold
Brian, so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
We would be there in person but are currently out of town.
Live Frank, Lori Lipold and family
Melissa Engel and family
Rachel was the kindest, most generous soul I’ve ever known. I was blessed to call her my best friend for 48 years. Please trust that my family will be here for whatever you need, just as yours has been here for us in our times of tragedy. My heart is broken for all of us, but she will love on in our memories forever.
Sally Duchon Tipping
Thank you so very much!
You know how I feel…Eric and Maura as well.
48 years!!! Hard to give it all up! You will be in our memories forever – in a very special good way and so will April.
Thanks again!
Nicole Karlins
Dear Rachel,
Here you are on another adventure; unfortunately, you cannot share this one with us. I hope to meet with you some day in this new world which all of us are destined to when our turn arrives.
Aurevoir n my sweet friend!
Jennifer H.
Please accept my deepest condolences. Rachel was my dearest friend in town. She was a blessing in life, and now she truly is an angel.
Cheryl Lewis-Taylor
I worked with Rachel a number of years before she became ill. She was one of the most down to earth people I’ve ever known. She always had a smile and we would spend a few minutes catching up whenever we ran into each other. I’ve missed her presence here at AAA. What a beautiful soul she was!
Terry Schneider
I met Rachel through my husband, Bill, who worked with her. He said Rachel was one of the nicest people he ever met. I saw that for myself when five of us would meet for lunch on occasion. Rachel, you will always be in our hearts. May you find peace and wholeness in paradise. May God bless you.
audwin rogers
Rachel my dear friend it was always a joy and pleasure talking and working with you the entire 20 plus years we worked together talking about your cats car movies and work issues we resolved together i will truly miss you my friend there are few that make a impact in other’s lives you where that person in our department and my work relationship with you you will never be forgotten and i am glad i worked with you what a pleasure and privilege to know and work with you.
Lisa Valenti
Rachel, you were one of the first people I met at AAA. You always made me feel welcome. Glad for all our walks and chats about art, our cats and 80 music, and Twilight books! I will miss your friendship and kindness. My condolences to your family.
Pat Kalweit
Sally and Eric, I’ve loved Rachel since she was a little girl, and I’m so sorry that we’ve lost her so early in life. But, I treasure the memories and I’m here if you need me or want to call me. Clarence sends his condolences and is also sad she’s gone.
Jeanne George
My deepest sympathies to Brian and Rachel’s family..you will always remain in my heart forever. Love you.
Millard Duchon
To Rachel,
Our sweet, loving niece. We will miss you so much. I will always be grateful for the time and love you have my mother. Theworld wsas abetterplace because you were in it.
Love, Uncle Millard and Aunt Fran
Susan Kay and David Baron
Sally, Eric and Rachel’s family and dear friends,
Words cannot express the sadness and grief you must be experiencing at the loss of your daughter, sister, niece, partner or close friend. While I only knew Rachel from hearing about her from you, I can see from these comments how special, kind and generous she was and beloved by all. Sending my love to each of you as you grieve her loss. May Rachel’s memory always be for a blessing.
Love, Susan and David
Ginger Edwards
Rachel, I will miss you dearly. I am thankful I met you in high school and for all the memories we shared. I will always remember the best book you left at my house a few years ago. Thank you for that. My deepest condolences go out to Brian, Mr. & Mrs. Tipping, Maura, and other family members. Rachel was a beautiful soul and true gem.
Claudia Stratis Kopper
Sleep, little baby, sleep;
The holy Angels love thee,
And guard thy bed, and keep
A blessed watch above thee.
No spirit can come near
Nor evil beast to harm thee:
Sleep, sweet, devoid of fear
Where nothing need alarm thee.
The love which doth not sleep,
The eternal Arms around thee:
The shepherd of the sheep
In perfect love hath found thee.
Sleep through the holy night,
Christ-kept from snare and sorrow,
Until thou wake to light
And love and warmth to-morrow. I’m glad your struggle is over… and when I remember you it will always be with a smile and no tears.
Vince & Diane Armaro
Our deepest sympathies go out to Sally, Eric and all of Rachel’s family and friends, and to Brian. She was so special and sweet.