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David Shippee Obituary
64, of Foster died July 19, 2018. He was the husband of Allison (Strutton) Shippee. He was the son of the late Everett and Miriam Gladys (Page) Shippee and is survived by his sons, Dylan Shippee of Seattle, Washington, Jared Shippee and Grant Shippee of Scituate; his sisters, Jane Shippee of Kingston, and Miriam Eacuello of Johnston; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Dennis Shippee.
For over 40 years Mr. Shippee had been the owner of the D.S. Painting Company which specialized in historic restoration.
Mr. Shippee loved his dog Daisy. He enjoyed nature, time in his yard, working on projects with his sons, and road trips for antiques with Allison.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 25th at 10:00 a.m. at the Winfield & Sons Funeral Home, 571 West Greenville Road, Scituate. Burial will follow at Hopkins Mills Cemetery, Foster. Calling Hours will be on Tuesday from 4:00-7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Great Dog Rescue New England, GDRNE.com
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Allison Nugent
August 19, 2023
My dear friend,
Your sudden passing rocked me in a way that it hard to explain. I could not stop crying. For days. I could not go into Cindy´s for about a year. To this day I look for your truck there. For 3 years I could not bring myself to go to the Art Festival. I felt your absence too profoundly. Today was the first time I´ve been to your grave. The first time I felt able to see your grave. Your stone is so perfectly elegant. I feel so grateful and proud that Kyle made it possible for your body to be buried in the Hopkin´s Mill Cemetery. Did you see us there today? Kyle fishing the Ram Tail with his own sons?
You are sadly, sorely missed my old friend. I hope we meet again someday and can pick up our conversation where we left off.
Steve Glidden
July 17, 2022
Missing you my friend every painting season brings fond memories .
Cheryl Conti
September 9, 2018
One of the finest men I have ever known.
Rest in Peace David. I will miss you.
Steve Glidden
August 26, 2018
Rest in peace my friend. You will be in my prayers. S Glidden
Karen and Bobby Gaudiana
July 27, 2018
So sorry for your loss.Bobby so enjoyed reminiscing with Dave when he got to see him at restaurant.We will miss his smiling face.
Heather & Michael Kelly
July 26, 2018
We were so saddened to hear of Dave's passing. We both have many fond memories from "back in the day" and hanging out at The Corner. Mike often talks about how he and Dave and some other friends would decide to drive to NYC just to get a steak. Dave had the best smile and was kind to everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kaelyn Handsel
July 26, 2018
David, though I didn't know you nearly as well as I would have liked, I want to thank you for the legacy you left behind. Three amazing sons who you took immense pride in. A model of a healthy, happy, and loving relationship as the one you shared with Al. And a spirit of adventure and humor you instilled in your boys. You will certainly be missed. I'm thankful we met though, and thankful that you were father to the man I love. I don't think he could have gotten any luckier than he did with you.
janice parrillo
July 26, 2018
David Shippee's smile will always remain in my heart. My Sister Eileen, Brother Tommy and Brother in law Larry have some of the best stories of them hanging out with David.
How vivid the imagine I have of smiling David all dressed up in a Dress, Wig and High Heal Shoes just because the gang asked him to!
What a great person with a sweet great big smile,
that is how I will always remember David.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Miriam.
Sincerely, Mark & Janice (Roposa) Parrillo
Bruce Black
July 25, 2018
David, we met as teens and explored our rights and responsibilities(many times in an irresponsible manner).I'll always remember the good times we had.RIP Brother!
My condolences to your family
July 24, 2018
I met David thirteen years ago when I started my job at Adler's Hardware, situated in the heart of the historic East Side and home to David's many customers. Over the years, our conversations expanded far beyond matters of paint and I came to appreciate this gracious and deeply curious man. Although I had never met Allison and only briefly, the boys, I felt as if I knew them, thanks to David's frequent updates. He held great pride and affections for those in his life and I feel brokenhearted that he is gone.
Cristine DeMarco
July 24, 2018
I met David thirteen years ago when I started my job at Adler's Hardware, situated in the heart of the historic East Side of Providence, home to many of David's customers. Over the years, our conversations covered much ground, far and above paint, and I developed a great appreciation for this gracious and deeply curious man. Although I had never met Allison and only briefly, his boys, I felt as if I knew them all through his stories and updates. He had such pride and genuine love for those in his life. The news that he is gone has left me broken hearted.
June LaFazia
July 24, 2018
Dylan, Jared and Grant:
I remember the day each son was born....your Dad was bursting with joy. Over the years he taught you confidence, skills, adventure, fun and gave you love. The day Dad received Uncle's Jeep his thoughts went to his boys and passing on this family legend. He always gave his best and his boys returned the best - "three wonderful gentlemen" - you've made him proud.
Please share my condolences with your Mom who was a big part of raising these gentlemen and she will be by your side as you mourn and reflect on the life of your Dad. My sympathy and prayers to all.
June LaFazia
July 24, 2018
Jane and Miriam:
My deepest sympathy to you and your families. Years go by but memories of my cousins will remain forever. David was an artist with restoration, he was a great Dad who was proud of his boys and he also loved his beautiful sisters. May he rest in peace and we remember how proud he was of the "Shippee" name.
Deepest Sympathy
Lana Messina
July 23, 2018
To my dear friend Diane and her 3 wonderful boys, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all at this time and you are in my thoughts and prayers. With love Lana and John
Deb Holdsworth-Olivier& Butch Olivier
July 23, 2018
"If I leave here tomorrow, will you still remember me."
"Freebird"
Alison, Dylan,Jared and Grant: Our condolences.
Dave was a special friend to Butch and I and we will never forget him. We are heartbroken but will have the greatest memories of him. RIP my friend.
Susan Imbeault
July 23, 2018
Condolences to all of the family. Dylan, Jared and Grant, I have all of you in my prayers. Your cousin Susan
Russell Andrews and Lora Minicucci
July 23, 2018
Rest In Peace, Friend to All
July 22, 2018
Dear Dylan, Jared, Grant and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers. May God bless you and watch over you during this difficult time. Love, Frank &Donna Lomastro
July 22, 2018
So sorry Dylan, Jared, and Grant. I know it's hard, but you will have memories every day forever to comfort you. Sorry Diane, too. I know you're there for your boys. Much as we try, we can not be their mother and father, but we can be there for them regardless.
Thinking of you all,
Kerry Kasegian (Kyle's mom)
Kathy Hauser-Cady
July 22, 2018
Allison and family. Words can't describe the sudden loss of my friend. I've know Dave since grammar school at Capt. Paine School and kept the friendship my who life. Though at times there were gaps, we always picked up where we left off, usually at the Scituate Art Festival where we would sit on the stone wall and gossip. He restored the house I grew up in even though he wasn't completely healed with his shoulder surgery. That's the kind of guy he was. Always helping. I know he's in heaven. He will not be forgotten.
Dylan Shippee
July 22, 2018
Dad,
Thank you for always being there for me, Jared, and Grant. For showing us the outdoors and how to have fun. For always having so many good stories. For teaching us the value of hard work and being the best at what you do. You cared for everyone around you and you will be missed by so many more.
Pretend this was written on your typewriter next to Al and Daisy.
Love,
Dylan
KaTe Hopkins ns
July 22, 2018
So many fond memories of Dave!! The chopmist hill inn days! A lifetime ago it seems.... always a gentleman.
Catherine Roach
July 22, 2018
While I never got to meet David in person, I knew what an amazing and supportive Dad he was just hearing about him from Dylan. Thinking of everyone in this difficult time, and sending all of my love.
Diane Hawkins
July 22, 2018
Allison, Dylan, Jared, Grant I am so sorry , my heart breaks for all of you. The one thing I will never forget about David was the sparkle in his eyes the day our sons were born. I'm happy he found Allison to share his life with. R.I.P David
July 22, 2018
Our hearts go out to my sister Allison and Dave's three sons Dylan, Jared and Grant. We have all lost a special man and will miss him dearly. The love he shared with my sister over the past years was incredible and I know that it will always be there.
All our love and sympathy
Sandy, Warren and Craig
Donna (Hunt) Anderson
July 22, 2018
Allison, Dylan, Jared and Grant - my deepest prayers for all of you; David had been a friend since the "hanging out on the Green" days; was always with some tidbit of information of some kind or another - loved his laugh! He is going to be missed for sure. Again, my prayers
Cheryl Geremia
July 22, 2018
Goodbye my friend, till we meet again.
My deepest condolences Alison, Dylan, Jared & Grant.
Dave was one of the good guys.
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