Obituary: David Allan Lips

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of David Allan Lips, 74, after a courageous struggle with Alzheimer’s. A native Atlantan, David was the son of Helen and Jerry and predeceased by his sister, Marilyn, of blessed memory. He earned a bachelor’s and master’s in electrical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He also earned an MBA from Georgia State University.

He was an active and proud member of multiple technical organizations. David served in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged after serving during the Vietnam War. He retired after 38 years with the Southern Company.

David is survived by his wife, Susan, of 52 years, and his children, Alan (Lisa) and Gary (Renee), and seven grandchildren, Jordan, Howie, Andrew, Ryan, Katie, Marty and Heather. He is survived by his brother Harold and sisters Florence and Marcia. Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999.