Stephen Tippo, age 61, of Morganton, GA passed away Thursday, February 16, 2017 in Blue Ridge, GA. Mr. Tippo was born in Boston, Massachusetts on July 31, 1955 to the late Arthur Tippo and Eileen McHugh Tippo. He was a member of Morganton Baptist Church.He is survived by his sister, Julie Leopold of The Villages, FL.Mr. Tippo was cremated and no services are planned at this time. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.akinsfuneralhome.com. Akins Funeral Home of Blue Ridge was in charge of arrangements. .