Robert M. Shipp
February 4, 1928 ~ June 23, 2007
Robert M. Shipp, 79, passed away June 23rd, 2007 in San Antonio. Originally from Natchez, MS., Robert is survived by his wife of 59 years, Enriqueta, 7 children, 14 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren as well as many cousins and other relatives and friends. His children are: Diane Green and husband Larry, Susan Shipp, Mary Jane Flores and husband Roy, Jackie Shipp Salinas and husband Miguel, Anthony 'Toby' Robert Shipp, Janet Shipp Fisher and husband Mark and Richard Joel Shipp and wife Kimberlie. Visitation will be held from 12 Noon - 3 PM on Tuesday, June 26th at the Meadowlawn Tribute Center, 5611 E. Houston St. A graveside service is scheduled for 10 AM Wednesday, June 27th at Fort Sam Houston Natl. Cemetery. To leave a note for the family, go to meadowlawn.net and select Obituaries. Arrangements by Meadowlawn and American Mortuary.
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family at this time of your sorrow. God does heal the hurt, and makes all the memories become more memorable in time. God bless you all! Clayton & Glenda Golden
Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. We feel your pain. God is rejoicing in Heaven with Mr. Shipp by his side. The memories will become more precious with time. I too, will cherish my childhood memories of Mr. Shipp. We shared many memories as neighbors. God Bless all of You. I have always thought of you as my extended family. I Love You all!! Wish we could be with you at this time. Our thoughts & prayers remain with each of you. Love, Abel & Mary Ann (Sanchez) Ortiz & Family PO Box 422183 Del Rio, Tx 78842
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you now.
May God comfort all family and friends of our passing-on beloved brother in Christ, Robert Shipp. Our prayers and love for you all!
I wish so much that I could be there. I love you all so much. Take care grandma, I love you. I am glad that this site was available, so that I can read about grandpa. It’s just nice, since we are so far away! Buck sends his love as well. with love always, shan
Dear Shipp Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know that all of u will miss Robert Greatly. I have known Diane and her family for 8 years now. They have been family to me. I wish all of u the best. In Christian Love Barbara Newman
Jackie, I just want you to know that my family and I are very sorry about your loss and we will keep you and your family in our prayers. Love, Irma Ramos
Hello Grandma, Im very sad that i couldnt make it up there with my mother. I really wanted to be there for the grave memorial. Id just like to say i love you and i miss you alot. Give my love to all the family. Love Sage
Dear ones, Though I’m unable to be there in person, I am with you all in my heart & prayers. My dear father-in-law will truly be missed, but I’m filled with joy that he is in the Lord’s loving & compassionate hands now. I am always grateful to Robert & Enriqueta for their sweet daughter and my wife, Diane. Our Eternal Father loves us and comforts us as only He knows how, and then helps us to love and comfort one another! May love & comfort richly envelop you, Queta, and all family & friends. In His Love & Grace,
Our deepest sympathies and love to each of you. Even though it has been many years since I have seen Queta and Robert, his wonderful, bellowing laugh is inbedded in my memory. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Especially to our wonderful Diane…we send our undying love. Lacy King, Kristyn and Matthew Smith
Toby, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. It has been a while since we’ve seen each other. When you have a chance, please call. God Bless You!
Though years have pasted, the memories are strong, for this little boy of then, the great stories and memories of Hideho last. I’m sure my father Jerry, will have a cold one waiting for him.
We are so sorry for your loss
Janet, My your father’s memories comfort you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. The Shipp Family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
We are both saddened by Hydaho’s passing. We had just spoken of him a few days ago and wondered where and how he was? We have a lot of fond and wild memories of him. It has been some 15 years since we last saw him. We now live in Center Point near Kerrville. Our thoughts are with each and everyone of ya’. Sincerely, Claudia Hopkins
Dear Friends, thank you for all your wonderful thoughts and prayers! The service at MeadowLawn was beautiful. Our family thanks you so very much.
Sending heartfelt sympathy. May the Good Lord be with you all and give you strength in this difficult time. In Christian Love, Kevin, Velinda, Sarah. Lydia Rachel & John Lake Havasu Church of Christ
To Grandpa, I will miss you tons, I will miss your smile,your love and your jokes.When I think of you my frown is always turned upside down, you are in a much better place now.I hope you will have jokes ready for me when I get there.Love always and forever.Your Grandaughter, Kristen.
Jackie, God Bless you and your family.
Dear family, It tears me apart that I can’t be with y’all during this sadden time. I will never forget being so little in his lap watching his crazy wrestling and pigging out on popcorn with LOTS of butter, while all other kids were playing in the yard. I can still smell the cigar smoke that was around him, hear his laugh, and sarcasm. I’ll always remember my excitement I had when he came all the way to AZ to see my graduation. I love you grandpa. I love you so much!! Hope to see all of my family in Texas real soon.
Diane & family, I am so sorry about the loss of your Dad. I am thankful that he became a Christian and is now living in peace with the Lord. Alex, Sarah, Emma and myself have all of you in our prayers. Love, Cynthia
Mr. Shipp you will be missed greatly. Your granddaughter Kristen told me lots of stories about you. Wish i could of heard more of your navy tales. From one sailor to another “Fair winds and fallen seas”.. EN3(SW)Avalos
I can’t tell you all enough how wonderful it is too see the flowers, the emails, cards, and presence of those that traveled many miles to be with the family. It was a beatiful time, and it has honored dad, and he would be proud, yet humbled at the turnout and wonderful expressions of love for him and all of us who loved him. The fact that he became a Christian is what fills our heart with joy even though he has passed from this earth. Our whole family owes a debt of gratitude to Meadowlawn Funderal Home for the amazing support to our family. They really came through and showed much concern,patience and talent for our entire family at this time. We thank you! And thank all those friends, family, and others whose daddy’s life touched. We love you so daddy!!!!
Shipp family, I was sadden to see your Dad had past away. I enjoyed visiting with him and fishing with him there in DR. He always had a smile for me and a word of wisdom if asked. My condolences. Rick Portales
Just want to thank all the family and friends that attended Daddys funeral. And special thanks to old fishing buddies and friends who fished with us! Thankyou for coming, our prayers of thanks are going out to you. All our love and Thanks, Susan Shipp
Toby you and your famiy are in our thoughts and prayers. -Stephanie and Geoff
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. LOVE TO ALL, JIMMY AND LOIS, STACY AND FAMILY, STEPHANIE AND FAMILY
Our love to all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bobby Joe and Audrey
To the Shipp family, Just a short note to thank you for letting us be involved in Mr. Shipp’s final tribute. It is our goal to make this process a little less painful for all of you. Again, thank you and if I may be of further service, please call on me anytime. Peace, Craig Cates Meadowlawn Crematory and American Mortuary