Springwater: At age 90, Earl passed away on Sunday, October 10th, 2021 at the Ontario Center in Canandaigua, NY. He was born in Detroit, MI to the late Alexander and Rena Tieppo. Rena was born in Innsbrook Austria and Alex was born in Venice, Italy. At a young age, Rena and Alex met in Detroit and after 10 sons later, they left a wonderful legacy. Earl is predeceased by his children; Tony and Aldo Tieppo, his brothers; Aldo, Adolph, Allen, Alex, Eugene and David Tieppo. Survived by his children; Thomas Tieppo, Rena Powers, Timothy Tieppo and David Tieppo, his brothers; Leo Tieppo, Donald Tieppo, and John Tieppo, his grandchildren, Maggie Vilord, Jennifer Pilarski, Taylor Powers, Jordan Powers, and Ashley Barnett, his 6 great grandchildren, and his son-like neighbor, Richard Young, along with several nieces, nephews, friends.
Earl (Mr. T.) was a retired professor from MCC, where he taught Comparative Anatomy, Human Anatomy and Physiology for 33 years. He was also a naturalist, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, hiking and canoeing with his brothers and children. Earl canoed all of the Great Lakes, Finger Lakes, and plus hundreds of bodies of water in Michigan, Canada, and New York. Earl was a decorated Marine during the Korean conflict.
In keeping with Earl’s wishes, no formal services will take place. Earl donated his body to the University of Rochester School of Medicine and would encourage others to do likewise. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the “Rena Wegher Tieppo” Nursing Scholarship Fund at Monroe Community College. Earl setup this scholarship to honor his mother. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.
Earl was my Anatomy professor in 1975. We became friends right away, and remained close all his life. He was the most inspiring and challenging teacher I ever had, and one of the most loyal, stubborn, brilliant, fun, outrageous friends I have ever had, too. He used to write me the “Red Bird Special” every spring. He would tell me all about the cardinals at his feeders, and how they carried on every day, announcing spring. He would also write many pages about his life, life in general, and often reminisce about our crazy times together. My entire family loved him, and we all are missing him very much. My condolences to his family. They broke the mold, right Earl? Fair skies and following winds, dear friend.
Earl was a colleague of mine at MCC, early in my career here in the Biology Department. We shared many stories over the years, and argued over who makes the best lasagna. I have fond memories of him and my sincere condolences to Earl’s family.
RIP my friend. ET was such a joy to talk with. We had many conversations where he shared his travel and teaching experiences. A true gentleman and kind hearted person. I am sorry that we didn’t achieve the award we were on a quest for, but I’m not giving up yet. Just sorry that he won’t be here to receive it in person if the quest is successful, but I know he’ll be looking down and know. He will be missed. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Mr.T was my professor in 1988. Great teacher and great guy. Always so easy going and easy to talk to. His classes were tough but you always learned more then Anatomy and Physiology. You learned about life also. Hands down the best Professor I ever had. RIP Mr T.
RIP Marine! Many memories of Earl “ET” at Honeoye post 1278! Played many games of cribbage with him. He was a remarkable man. My thought and prayers go out to the family.
RIP Marine Semper Fi.
I knew Earl as a friend and colleague….He managed to teach some very tough courses and made them reasonable….he was a Quality teacher and friend…he always managed to look young…can not believe that he was 90…take care my friend….
Mr. T. was my anatomy teacher in the 70s. He was a phenomenal, teacher and wonderful person. I always appreciated the way he helped me feel confident- he was one of my favorite teachers ever.
My deepest condolences to Mr. Tieppo’s family.