7. $500 Left for Random Waiters and Waitresses as Part of a Dying Wish



Aaron Collins was known to family and friends for his generosity. Before the 30-year old passed away unexpectedly on July 7, 2012, he had left instructions for his family: “Leave an awesome tip (and I don't mean 25%. I mean $500 on a f***ing pizza) for a waiter or waitress.” (He was also known for his way with words.) Through a special website set up in his memorial, the family raised $500 to complete their son't last wish... and then some. A video of them donating their first $500 to a waitress at Puccini's went viral. Donations have poured in ever since, and an interactive map with video shows all the different places they have gone, leaving $500 tips in Aaron's name.

9. $446 Tip on a $6 Meal at Steak ‘n Shake



Some big tippers don't need to have any reason behind their gratuity, other than gratitude for good service. At least that seems to be what happened to CeCe Bruce when she was working at an Indianapolis Steak ‘n Shake. A regular customer, identified as “Miss Jo,” added $446 dollars to her $5.97 meal. When Bruce initially declined the tip, Miss Jo insisted, saying, “You need to take it.” The restaurant's general manager described Bruce as a great employee that deserved every penny.