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John Shipley Obituary

On March 10, 2003 JOHN F. SHIPLEY, SR. beloved husband of Rosalie M. (nee Shortt); devoted father of John Jr. and Michael Shipley, Celeste Emerson and the late Franklin Shipley. He is also survived by a sister Agnes Shipley and eight grandchildren. A Vigil Service will be held at the family owned Leonard J. Ruck, Inc. Funeral Home, 5305 Harford Road (at Echodale) on Thursday at 3:30 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Anthony of Padua Church on Friday at 9:30 AM. Interment Gardens of Faith Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday and Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM.

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Published by Baltimore Sun from Mar. 12 to Mar. 13, 2003.

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Celeste Emerson

January 8, 2025

Hi Dad,

I miss you our talks, your jokes, your wisdom. In today´s world I would give anything just to hang out with you. I share some of your "bits" with Kennity, my youngest granddaughter. Through her, with her, I get to share some of your sense of humor. I love you, Daddy. Always will.

Margaret Calvano

March 14, 2003

We have many fond memories of our brother, John, that will keep him with us forever.



Sending all our love to Rosalie and Agnes, along with John Jr., Mike, and Celeste, their spouses and all John's precious grandchildren.



Nick & Marge

Mary Preisinger Martinez

March 13, 2003

Deepest sympathies to the family.

George Maciulewicz

March 12, 2003

We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. George and Suzanne Maciulewicz (son of Margaret Maciulewicz)

Marlene Hench

March 12, 2003

We are there with you in spirit. Love, Frank, Marlene and family

grtechen amer

March 12, 2003

Our prayers are with you and your family.

Love Gretchen

Margaret Maciulewicz's Daughter

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