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WILLIAM A. SHIPE Jr.

1950 - 2021

WILLIAM A. SHIPE Jr. obituary, 1950-2021, Hellertown, PA

BORN

1950

DIED

2021

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Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. - Hellertown

326 Main St

Hellertown, Pennsylvania

WILLIAM SHIPE Obituary

William A. Shipe, Jr., 70, of Lower Saucon Twp., recovered on Friday, March 12, 2021 at the Beltzville Lake in Carbon County. He is the husband of Marie A. (Santa Maria) Shipe. He was born in Allentown on October 7, 1950 to Thelma M. (Hunter) Shipe of Allentown and the late William A. Sr. William worked for Pyramid Health Care, Quakertown, Lehigh County Prison in the maintenance department. He had also worked as a mechanic at Tioga Pipe, Forks Twp., Mack Trucks, & ABEC Manufacturing. William was a member of the Springtown Rod and Gun Club and always enjoyed hunting and fishing.

SURVIVORS: In addition to loving wife of 20 years; mother; daughter: Kera A. (Scott) Peters of Allentown; siblings: Glenn of Lauderdale Lakes, FL; Sandy (Dwight) Steidel of Nazareth; Nancy of Sonoma, CA; grandson: Mason L. Reitenauer.

SERVICE: Memorial service to be announced. Online expressions of sympathy can be recorded at: www.heintzelmancares.com. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. – Hellertown.

CONTRIBUTIONS: In lieu of flowers, memorials to Springtown Rod and Gun Club, P.O. Box 52, Springtown, PA 18081.

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Published by Morning Call on Mar. 15, 2021.

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Nick Tambakis

April 19, 2021

Marie.......Lori and I were shocked to hear about Bill. You have our deepest condolences. I will always remember Bill as one of the most down to earth and honest individuals I have known. I still can't help but smile when I recall his sense of humor and wit. His presence will be missed by many. May God rest his soul, and give you peace and comfort now and always.

Lois Xander

March 16, 2021

Thelma ,Marie and Kera, I just heard the sad news about Bill. My heart breaks for you . Words can not express the sadness I feel for you. May God be with you all.

John Flickinger

March 15, 2021

I was a friend in High School and beyond, I spent many nights in the garage helping Bill with his project '57 Chevy. Fun times as teenagers, so sorry to see his passing.

The Basenese Family

March 15, 2021

Dear Kera, Scott and family,
I can't imagine the grief and shock you're going through, may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

With much love, Brenda, Dominick and Nick Basenese.

March 15, 2021

Marie, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My heart shares your sorrow.
Jane Holland

Megan Kern

March 15, 2021

Kera and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. May the memories of your father wrap you in comfort during this difficult time.

Nancy E Azar

March 14, 2021

Dear Marie and family-My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you journey through this difficult time. May the love of God enfold you; the peace of Christ surround you and the presence of the Holy Spirit comfort and sustain you. Blessings and Love...Nancy Azar

Nancy Dutt

March 14, 2021

Marie and family, please accept our most sincere sympathy. You are in our prayers. Nancy and Jeff Dutt.

Lisa Jones

March 14, 2021

Marie, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, Bill. I am at a loss for words...

Jan Grantz

March 14, 2021

So sorry to hear about the tragic passing of Bill. He was a longtime family friend and consummate outdoorsman.

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