Charles (Charlie) Lipsen, 85, formerly of Solebury, Pa., passed away on March 17, 2020, after a short illness.
Born on Sept. 6. 1934, in Hillside, N.J., Charles resided in Solebury for most of his life until moving to Pine Island, Fla., in 2014. For many decades, he and his family also summered in Denmark, Maine.
A graduate of Trenton State Teacher’s College and Montclair University, Charles taught history, was head of the social studies department, and was the yearbook advisor at South Hunterdon Regional High School for 38 years. Known as “Uncle Charlie” to his many students, he loved nothing more than seeing them around Lambertville and New Hope and built lasting friendships with hundreds of former students over the years. Prior to his teaching career, Charles served in the United States Army in Korea and worked as a professional photographer in New York City.
He was a tireless volunteer and leader with New Hope-Solebury Boy Scout Troop 34 for more than 30 years, advised many Eagle Scouts, and was recognized with multiple awards for his service to the organization. Charles was an active member of Solebury Friends Meeting and served on several committees throughout his long membership.
In his retirement, Charles loved traveling, boating, swimming and spending time with a diverse group of friends. He was always accompanied by a beloved schnauzer, first Gretel, then Chloe. He continued to enjoy photography, winning several photo contests in Pine Island after his move there.
Son of the late William and Rose Zelvinsky Lipsen, he is survived by his wife of 57 years, Norma Lipsen, of Pine Island, Fla.; his son, Aaron Lipsen, and his wife Kerry Frabizio of Stockton, N.J.; his daughter, Roslynn Nyemscek, and her husband Josh of Emmaus, Pa.; his sister, Lois Fogel, and her husband Harvey; two nieces and several cousins; and his many former students.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 30, at 9:15 a.m. at Solebury Friends Meeting, 2680 Sugan Road, New Hope, Pa. Visitation will be Friday, July 29, from 5:30-7 p.m. at Solebury Friends Meeting. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Solebury Friends Meeting, PO Box 263, Solebury, PA 18963.
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