Kipe's Alumni

Alan Kipe

Alan, with the help of his wife Mary and Daughter Cheryl, started Alan Kipe and Daughters Upholstery in 1978. Even after his retirement, he continued to help out around the shop and continued to share his talents (and dad jokes!) with the girls until his passing in 2013.

Hi, I’m Don a.k.a. Duck

I’ve had this nickname since 2nd grade and will probably have it forever! I’ve known Nancy and her husband for over 40 years. After retiring from Jamison Door in early 2020, I was honored when Nancy and the girls asked if I wanted a part time job tearing down the furniture for them. I have previous work experience in the demolition industry (neat job!!), so I thought this was appropriate! As a recent widower, I truly enjoy spending my free time with my two daughters, four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. I enjoy classic rock, especially Uriah Heep, a glass of good Scotch and crusin’ in my rag top…with the top down, of course! I hope to be a part of the Kipe’s Krew, helping to restore your treasures, for some time to come. Peace and God by with You.

Our beloved Duck was with us until his passing in 2024.

My name is TJ and I am Nancy’s Favorite Sister-in-law!

Like Nancy, I started sewing at an early age. When she and my nieces took over the business in 2020, they asked me to come on board part time. At the time, I didn’t know a lot about upholstery and wasn’t sure what all I could do. They said I could help out with the sewing, tear down and small jobs. I stayed with the Krew until I retired. Now, I have more time to spend canning, reading, and sewing.

Hi! My name is Linda

The Kipe family adopted me when I came to work for them in the early 90's. I worked at Kipe's Upholstery for more than 20 years!

I'm Carleta

I joined Kipe's after working at Beachley Furniture for 26 years as a seamstress. I worked for Kipe's for more than 10 years before I retired.

And this is Lily

Alan’s napping partner and the original Kipe’s Upholstery People Greeter!