Chelsey LeAnn Lippard Ingle, 30, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, and friend, passed away on February 19, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House in Iredell County, N.C., leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that touched the lives of many. Born on July 26, 1995, in Iredell County, Chelsey greeted the world with a radiant smile and an infectious spirit that brightened the lives of those around her.
Chelsey dedicated herself to caring for others, working as a day care teacher at First Baptist Church Child Development Center, where her passion for nurturing and guiding children shone through every day. Her proudest accomplishments included being a devoted member of Millersville Baptist Church and finding immense joy in working with the children there, fostering their growth with every lesson imparted and every moment shared.
Chelsey was a person of remarkable kindness and a helping hand. She was always smiling, deeply wholesome in her approach to life, and her genuine warmth radiated to everyone fortunate enough to know her. She loved her family fiercely and cherished every moment spent together, creating treasured memories that will forever echo in the hearts of her loved ones.
She is survived by her loving husband of four years, Tanner Ingle, and their beautiful daughter, Stella Grace Ingle. Chelsey also leaves behind her siblings, Brianna Fox (Caleb), Dylan Haskell, Kristin Stiltner, Payton Hammer, Ethan Lippard, and Daniel, Laikyn, and Gracie McLaughlin. She shared a special bond with her parents, Christy Warren Haskell (Robert) and Scott Lippard (Carrie), and shared a sister-like relationship with her special cousin, Ryleigh Pope. Chelsey was also loved by her special aunt, Kita Mahaffey, and was the proud aunt to her nephew, Oliver Fox. She held her maternal grandmother, Debbie Warren, along with her grandparents-in-law, Barbara and Rex Ingle, Micki and Larry Earp, her father and mother-in-law, Kevin and Andra Ingle, sister-in-law, Bailey Cody (Dylan), and her fur babies, Murphy and Ivy, close in her heart.
Chelsey was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Richard Warren; paternal grandparents, John and Denise Lippard; and her uncle-in-law, Allan Ingle.
Those who knew and loved Chelsey will gather to celebrate her life on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Millersville Baptist Church in the Township of Taylorsville, N.C. Visitation will be from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 3:30 p.m. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Rev. Bill Orren, Dr. Hampton Drum, and Rev. Brian Kerley will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Iredell County, 2347 Simonton Road Statesville, NC 28625.
As we remember Chelsey, let us carry forward her spirit of kindness, her unwavering support for family, and her ability to find joy even in life’s simplest moments. She has left an indelible mark on all of us, and her light will continue to shine in our hearts forever.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Alexander Funeral and Cremation Service. Condolences may be sent to www.alexfuneralservice.com