In loving memory of

Judith A. Shipp
February 9, 1942 - August 27, 2006

JUDITH SHIPP Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 31, 2006, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 30, 2006, at the funeral home. Judith A. Shipp, 64, of Wapello, died Sunday, August 26, 2006, at the Wapello Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, after a courageous battle with cancer. Dr. Robert L. Pickerell of the First Christian Church will officiate the service. Honorary bearers will be Ursula and Bill Penix, Jerry and Judy Shipp Sr., Charles Luttrull, Matthew Shipp, and Greg Shipp. Casket Bearers will be Jerry Shipp Jr., Jason Shipp, Mike Shipp, Rick Hazelwood, Luke Hank and Russell Shipp. Burial will be in Island Cemetery, Fruitland. Memorials may be made to the Wapello Ambulance. Judith was born on February 9, 1942, in Metz, Missouri, the daughter of John and Bertha Strifler Birch. She married James F. Shipp on July 15, 1960, in Miami, Oklahoma. She worked as a caregiver at the Muscatine County Home and also was a caregiver for Wallace and Ida Mae Nyweide for 18 years. She was a member of the First Christian Church and the family Y. Judith enjoyed sewing, fishing, baking, flowers, horses, and NASCA races. Survivors include her husband, James F. Shipp Sr. of Wapello; two sons, James F. Shipp Jr. and wife, Tammy, of Wilton, and John A. Shipp and wife, Tammy, of Letts; seven grandchildren, Erin and Greg Shipp, Matthew and Marlee Shipp, Stacy Hank, Luke Hank, and Katie Hoekstra; one special aunt, Irene Haines of Nevada, Missouri; and several nieces and nephews, cousins and loved ones. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Tributes

JUDY SHIPP wrote on Sep 3, 2006:

"PRAYING FOR YOU AND ANY THING I CAN DO PLEASE LET ME KNOW AUNT JUDY"

David Shipp wrote on Aug 30, 2006:

"I have many fond memories of my sister in law Judy. One of my favorite memories is when we all went to Lutesville, Mo., at Easter time in 1972. She was always funny, uplifting, and helpful. I send my family's condolences to Jim, Jim, Jr., John, and their families. David Shipp (Brother in Law) Nevada, Mo."

DALE SCISM wrote on Aug 30, 2006:

"JERRY AND FAMILY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS.OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.. DALE AND NANCY SCISM, AND FAMILY MARCELLA AND FAMILY"

Judy Lake wrote on Aug 29, 2006:

"Tammy and John, We are so sorry for your loss. Know that our prayers are with you and your family. Sorry we can't be there in person to pay our respects, but Steve is being admitted to the hospital tomorrow morning for his next round of chemo. Judy & Steve Lake"

Don and Charlotte Brown wrote on Aug 29, 2006:

"Please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of your wife/mother/grandmother. I remember growing up with Judy as my older cousin. I enjoyed visiting her class at Metz School before I was old enough to attend school. We also played with Judy at Stultz Lake and had fun riding horses and taking boat trips out onto the lake. She is such a sweet and gentle soul - I know your loss is great. Charlotte Lyon Brown"

Scott Wheeler wrote on Aug 29, 2006:

"John, and Tammy and kids. Sorry for your loss and if you need anything let Missy or myself know."