Bryan A. Gipson, 49, of Blue Lake, died Tuesday, June 6, 2017.

He was born March 4, 1968 at the Whitley County Memorial Hospital, Columbia City, a son of Rolland Bryan and Patricia K. (Collinsworth) Gipson. In 1972 his family moved to their home at Blue Lake. He graduated from Churubusco High School.

He worked for No-Sag Products in Kendallville for 12 years total and Wayne Manufacturing in Laotto for 11 years.

He had been attending New Life Lutheran Church.

Surviving relatives include his mother, Patricia Gipson of Churubusco; a brother, Paul (DeeAnn Wright) Evard of Columbia City; and companion, Mary Finney of Churubusco.

He was preceded in death by his father and a brother, Darian L. Gipson.

Per Bryan’s request, there will be no visitation or service.

Preferred memorials are to the final expense account payable to Smith & Sons Funeral Home.

Arrangements are entrusted to Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City.