James Wilburn Hipps, 90, of Fayetteville, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025 at his home. He was born June 21, 1934 in Huffman, AR to Wilburn Smith and Gracie Maxwell Hipps.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Ernestine; a son Jimmy Hipps; three brothers, Curtis “Dumpy” Hipps, Charles Hipps, and John “Bob” Hipps; and four sisters, Norma Hipps, Sandra Hipps, Elwanda Hipps, and Melba Ashby.
Jim worked many years as a pump mechanic and also as a feed truck driver for Tyson Foods. He owned his own trucking company called Jim and E Trucking Company. Jim had a passion for airplanes, flying, and working on cars. His sister Bonita said he was a good big brother.
He is survived by a son Brian Hipps and wife Tonya of Perry, GA; two daughters, Cindy Umbdenstock of Casa Grande, AZ and Diana Hussak and husband Tom of Picacho, AZ; a sister Lavada Edens and husband Joseph of Prairie Grove; and a host of grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Baptist Ford Cemetery in Greenland, AR with Austin Maxwell officiating.
There is no scheduled visitation.
Our deepest sympathy for the Hipps family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
My sweet uncle James I will forever cherish your memory. You were one of a kind. I know Heaven was rejoicing when you entered in and all our loved ones awaited you. That is the easiest part of losing you to all of us left here. We will see you soon. Your niece, Michelle H.
Love you much Cuz!!! Till we meet again!!!
We love you and will miss you dearly, Uncle James. Thanks for the jokes and the candies!
You are in my thoughts and prayers
Sending prayers, love and hugs to our Hipps “family”.
Brian, so sorry for the loss of your dad. Our prayers are with you and your family for peace and comfort and God’s mercy.