Clifford S. Baierlipp

Clifford S. Baierlipp Passed away peacefully on January 20, 2019 at age 86. Born in West Allis, WI to Eleanora Barbara Koelsch and Louis Baierlipp. Preceded in death by his parents, his sister Dolores Aho (Robbie), wife Patricia L. (nee Litchfield), and companion Marian Masters. Survived by children Kathryn Baierlipp (Keith Martino), Linda (Dennis) Fons, Michael (Gail) Baierlipp and Mark (Susan) Baierlipp, siblings Eleanor Saffert and Ken (Marilyn) Baierlipp, grandchildren Janell (Steve) Schmidt, David (Brandi) Fons, Sarah Baierlipp, great grandchildren Ben and Sarah Schmidt, and other nieces and nephews. Cliff was raised in West Allis, lived in Greenfield and later moved to Grafton. He completed his machinist apprenticeship at Kearney & Trecker working there for many years while earning his Mechanical Engineering degree from Marquette University. He later worked as a Maintenance Superintendent for Allis-Chalmers being one of the last people in the plant before they closed. After retiring, he had several volunteer activities including West Allis Charities, where he especially enjoyed working the Western Days Parade, Milwaukee County Zoo making props for various exhibits including a walk-though submarine, and channel 10/36 auction. Cliff enjoyed traveling to the National parks via car, ship and rail. Traveling with Friendship force he visited Cuba, Poland and Australia. He supported various charitable organizations including Family Sharing-Grafton, Salvation Army, Wisconsin Humane Society and several military veterans organizations. Special thanks to the following for all their support: Family of Marion Masters, Grafton neighbors, Aurora Grafton Hospital and the angels at Ruth VITAS Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice are appreciated. Visitation at the Max Sass Funeral Home, Westwood Chapel, Saturday, January 26, 10am - 12 pm. Funeral Service at 12 noon. Max Sass Funeral Home Westwood Chapel W173 S7629 Westwood Drive Muskego, WI 53150