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John Shipway Obituary
FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. - John F. "Dugan" Shipway passed away peacefully in Fernandina Beach, Florida on February 18, 2023, at the age of 80. Dugan was born and raised in Cherry Valley, N.Y., the son of Edward and Arloween Hunt Shipway. He most recently lived in Bath, Maine, and Fernandina Beach, Fla. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and a Master's degree in Engineering from the University of Louisville.
Dugan lived a life of service to his country and the communities in which he lived. He was a career Navy officer, retiring as Rear Admiral after 35 years of service. His last assignment on active duty was as Director of Strategic Systems Programs. He was a member of the Strategic Advisory Group of the U.S. Strategic Command.
After retirement from the Navy, Dugan joined General Dynamics' Electric Boat in 2000. In 2003, he was promoted to President of Bath Iron Works, one of the State of Maine's largest employers, where he remained until he retired six years later. In 2009, he was awarded the Navy League of the United States' highest honor – the Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz Award for exemplary leadership in the maritime defense industry.
Dugan served on several Boards, including most recently as Chair of the Board of global shipbuilder Austal U.S.A., the Board of the Maine Maritime Academy, and the Board of Mid Coast Health Services in Maine.
He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Lynn Doe Shipway. He is also survived by his brother, Richard. In addition to his parents, Dugan was predeceased by his brother, James.
A memorial service will be held for Dugan on June 5, at Kent School in Kent, Conn.
Gifts in his memory may be made to the Dugan and Lynn Doe Shipway Scholarship Fund at Kent School, P.O. Box 2006, Kent, CT 06757, or a charity of your choice.
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Jason Reed
January 17, 2024
I knew him as Commander Dugan Shipway. I haven't seen him in 35 years or so, but I never forgot his name. He was my neighbor and help launch one of my life's favorite hobbies, downhill skiing. The Commander sold me my first pair of skis, Olin Mark IV's. I earned them, actually, by cutting his (square) yard (diagonally) for the summer of '86. I was just looking at those skis last night and wondered what became of my old friend. Sail on and Godspeed.
Phil Jones
March 14, 2023
My sincerest of condolences to you Lynn. Served as Admin Officer for Dugan at NPTU Ballston Spa. I admired Dugan and he was one of the top CO's I worked for in my 30 years of naval service. RIP shipmate. PAJ, LCDR, USN, Ret
Doris
March 8, 2023
He will be greatly missed by his classmates of CV.
So very glad he encouraged us for a reunion when we reached 80. It was a wonderful time for us all. Rest in peace dear friend.
Gordon Spence
March 7, 2023
I'm proud to have known John before he was Dugan, meeting him at the University of Louisville's Speed School. While our paths never crossed until the last few years, it seemed he never changed. He retained his sense of humor and bonds of friendship with many. We'll miss his insight and devotion to God and country, Farewell old friend.
Gordon Spence
CDR, CEC, USNR (Ret)
CDR, CEC, USNR (ret)
Ray Kulbitskas
March 7, 2023
It started 62.5 years ago at the University of Louisville. We connected through Theta Tau Fraternity, the NROTC Training Unit, and our Chemical Engineering major. It developed into a strong and lasting friendship with many connections after graduation. As one of our fraternity brothers said: "We are all diminished by Dugan's passing. RIP good and constant friend.
Charlie Williams
March 6, 2023
To Lynn and the Shipway Family our sincere condolences. I will always remember John as a special classmate during our time together in Chemical Engineering at Univ of Louisville during the 1960´s. It was John´s dry sense of humor that helped us get through difficult academic classes with some of our "interesting" professors. I will always remember these times. RIP John!
Charles Williams, P.E.
Lt Col USAF Retired
Lutz, Florida
Richard Grein
March 4, 2023
Served under then Capt Shipway at NPTU Ballston Spa. Thank you to Admiral Shipway for your career of service to our country. May God bless you and condolences to your family and many friends.
Mary Simmons
March 4, 2023
I hold many good memories from my time working for Admiral Shipway as a member of his SEA 92 Front Office staff. Dynamic and dedicated to submarine programs and initiatives, he kept us motivated and engaged, and he did it with humor and wit. RIP Admiral Shipway. My deepest sympathy to Lynn and family.
Mary Simmons
William Oliver
March 3, 2023
Dugan Shipway was the best mentor I ever had when I reported aboard the USS Swordfish SSN 579 in July 1975. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jerry Logan
March 2, 2023
Our crew hosted Admiral Shipway and Lynn for an underway onboard USS WYOMING shortly before he retired from active duty in the Navy. It was a memorable voyage and an honor to recognize his service to the Navy and wonderful for Lynn to visit one of the ships he helped oversee.
Electra (Smith) Elliott
March 2, 2023
A great friend and classmate. CVCS '1960. Our last reunion in July of 2022, will stick with me forever. Not a major milestone, but the 80th year for most of us.
I remember Dugan was an umpire one year for the school girls softball team. My first attempt as a pitcher. not knowing much I had the batter at 2 n 3. Dugan was the pitching umpire and stood right behind me, as I wound up I heard a soft voice say "Slow it down". I did, and " Struck her Out." Won the game. I would never have known what to do with out him.
Rest in peace, Dugan, we will not forget you.
Electra (Smith) Elliott Class of "60"
Greg Ewell
March 2, 2023
I am saddened but grateful for having the privilege to work and
travel with Radm Dugan Shipway. Even in tense situations in could use a little of his great humor to help us through. Blessings to family and all who will miss him.
Thomas Brovarone
March 2, 2023
NAVSEA was my 1st DC assignment and Admiral Shipway was 1st Admiral I worked for on a daily basis. I just remember how 'Larger than Life' he was to me. I remember to this day a lesson he taught me; "Always tell the whole truth because the whole truth is easier to remember."
Godspeed Admiral Shipway.
v/r ... tjb CAPT, USN (Ret)
Anne Welte Ransom
March 2, 2023
Our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy and prayers in honor of a great Naval Officer.
Capt and Mrs. James P. Ransom III Ret.
Linda Franzese
March 2, 2023
A dear dear friend. Tremendous sense of humor and whit. Larger than life. Still hard to believe he´s not with us. Peace and Love Linda
Linda Franzese
March 2, 2023
A dear dear friend. Larger than life with a wicked sense of humor. Still hard to believe he´s not with us
RIP Dugan. Sending you Love and Peace. Linda
Dena K. Weiner
March 2, 2023
Such a Dear, Dear wonderful person (with a very special sense of humor) that I admired and adored and will truly miss. With much love, Dena
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