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ESSIE SHIPP Obituary
ESSIE JANET SHIPP "Mary"
On Wednesday, August 28, 2013, of Rockville, MD. Wife of Walter Shipp, Sr.; mother of Walter, Jr., Vincent, Carla, and Kenneth (Kristi); grandmother of Douglass, Kyle, and Kayla; sister of Merla Drew, Edward (Tanya) Morris and Warren (Harryette) Morris. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Tuesday, September 3, 2013, 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. and at Shrine of St. Jude, 12701 Veirs Mill Road, Rockville, MD, on Wednesday, September 4, 2013 from 11 to 11:30 a.m. where a Roman Catholic Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Special Olympics Maryland, 3701 Commerce Drive # 103, Baltimore, Maryland 21227 or at www.somd.org/give/www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for ESSIE SHIPP
Anne
August 27, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
January 9, 2014
Dear Vince,
I very recently heard (on 12/31) from the Adult Group at St. Jude's of your Mother's passing. Please know I am deeply sorry of Mother Shipp's passing. Mother Shipp was indeed a devout Catholic and Mother and a friend when I knew her. I hope you can carry on. I am sure she is looking down from Heaven on her wonderful family.
Mary Clare Thompson
College Park, Md.
Anne Harris
September 15, 2013
To one of my dear friends Vincent .My heart goes out to you and your entire family. You will be in my prayers . She is resting now and smiling on you all.
Jokie Wilson
September 11, 2013
Mrs. Shipp was an amazing mentor to me and dedicated friend to my mother and family. I remember being in the Jr. Legion of Mary (my comrades would remember me by my name then, Daniel) and all of the hard work Mrs. Shipp and my mother put into introducing all of us kids to a meaningful spiritual life. She was always generous and loving. She was an expert when it came to redirecting kids to what they should be doing. I continue to be inspired by her as I work with students with special needs and continue my life as an artist.
Our Family
Carla Shipp
September 8, 2013
Your daughter Carla, Mom - you're always in my heart and I think of you all the time. I miss you so much. Your spirit is always welcome in my home where ever I am.
Barbara Graham
September 4, 2013
Sending my love and condolences to the entire Shipp family. I knew Essie from when I was a child and in the Junior Legion of Mary. I knew Carla and Kenneth, as they were in the Junior Legion with me. I am the daughter of Madonna Goody, Essie's longtime friend, from the Legion of Mary. Essie was a true role model of Godliness and I know she is in Heaven. She will be greatly missed but remembered with love and admiration. I send my heartfelt condolences to each and every member of Essie's family.
Love and Prayers,
Barbara (Goody)Graham and family
Randy Alton
September 3, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Shipp family at this time.
Mary Ryder
September 3, 2013
I light this candle in loving memory of you. May God shine His love upon your loving family. Peace and love.
Gwenette Davis
September 3, 2013
I light this candle in loving memory of you and your beautiful smile. May you rest in peace.
Minnie Small
September 3, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow.
Ann Woods
September 3, 2013
In this time of sorrow,may God grant you peace and love.
LaWanda Britt
September 3, 2013
God has power over all things. When God call you home we all must go. May your hearts find peace. God Bless...
Doris (Shipp) Cook
September 2, 2013
To my cousins and Uncle Walter, I will always cherish fond memories of Aunt Essie from my childhood. She was certainly special.
September 2, 2013
Carla,
I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. I never met your mother but she sounded like a very special lady and she will always be in your hearts.
Joy
Jim and Jan Utter
September 2, 2013
Our hearts are with you as we send peace and comfort in this time of sadness. Mary's example of kindness, respect and faith will live on in all our hearts; may the memory of her constant praises and positive encouragement be an example for us to follow. Douglas, Kyle and Kayla will always remember her loving attention and care. Mary's heart would be filled with joy to see her family gather to celebrate her life.
We are with you in spirit.
Love to all, Jim and Jan
Dee Page
September 2, 2013
Vincent,
May GOD Bless and comfort you and your family during the difficult times.
September 2, 2013
You are not alone, We stand with you .
Uncle Warren and Aunt Harryette.
Truman and Donna Barriteau
September 2, 2013
May you realize that as this candle burns, your mother's flame is burning in everyone's heart as well, because by knowing her we are all better individuals.
As we close our eyes and remember the smile always given by Essie, we are certain she is with The Lord watching us all!
September 1, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
The King Family -Aunt Bessie, Karen, Rocky Mike & Families
Karen King Lavore
September 1, 2013
To Our Extended Family, Essie was "Special" but I don't need to tell you that, we all experienced her love,caring and faith. Because she was such a strong believer, we should take comfort in knowing that she is sitting at the right hand of God.
EVELYN (EVE) SHIPP KAISER
September 1, 2013
To my nephews and niece,
Your Mother, Essie, my sister-in-law, was always considered a sister instead of a sister-in-law. I shall always remember her as a good woman, mother, and a devoted Catholic. I shall cherish the wonderful times we spent laughing and talking with each other.
Essie is now in transition and there will be many family, friends, and relatives to greet and welcome her on the other side.
May God grant all of you peace, comfort, strength, and courage at this time of sorrow.
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
God bless and my love to you,
Aunt Eve
Steven & Tywana Dorsey
September 1, 2013
Aunt Essie...Family Historian ~
I have held on to all your family history mail you ever sent us. They mean so much to us. Thank you. Your beautiful smile will be missed. To the cousins - God needed his angel back, he saw that she had done an excellent job with her blessings.
God is with you along with your family.
Meghan
September 1, 2013
Aunt Essie,
I light this candle today in honor of your loving memory. May you rest in paradise and in the loving arms of our Lord! You will forever be in our hearts!
Meghan, Jalyn & Kyndall
cousin miriam lynn
miriam wright
September 1, 2013
Cousins Walter Jr.,Vincent, Carla and Kenneth, I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss and pray that God will comfort and strengthen you at this time. May Aunt Essie rest in eternal peace and love.
Your Cousin,
Miriam Lynn (Tolliver)Wright
September 1, 2013
I will keep in my heart the Lord's Prayer we said together with Essie at Casey's House. It was special. Am in Texas right now and will miss the funeral services. From here I send you my wish that God with comfort you in your grief.
Jessica Little
September 1, 2013
Vincent,
May God bless you and your family during this time of grief.
Sincerely,
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