Bobby Shipes Obituary
Bobby was born in Valparaiso, Florida July 9, 1955, to the late Eddie B. and Minnie Pearl Gentry Shipes. Living in Graceville most of his life and attending Graceville schools, Bobby was a master brick mason.
He is preceded in death by his parents, an infant daughter and nephew Jamie Shipes.
He is survived by his brother Billy Ray Shipes, nephew and nieces John Keith Shipes (Vicki), Cindy Patrick, Ammie Harris (Ricky) and several great nieces and nephews.
A memorial will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, May 24, 2025, at the Chapel of James & Lipford Funeral Home
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