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Marcus Shipman Obituary
PEORIA HEIGHTS - Marcus A. Shipman, 25, of Peoria Heights passed away at 3:47 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 10, 2012, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
A celebration of Marcus' life will be at 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 17, 2012, at Clary Funeral Home, 3004 W. Lake Ave., Peoria. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, also at the funeral home.
Marcus was born in Jacksonville, N.C., on April 14, 1987, a son of Jerry Shipman and Beverly Altman.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, James E. Altman; and paternal grandmother, Gloria J. Shipman.
He is survived by his daughters, Madilynn Shipman and Jadyn Robinson of Peoria; girlfriend, Janelle Robinson of Peoria; father, Jerry Shipman of Peoria Heights; mother, Beverly (Robert) Horn of Anderson, S.C.; paternal grandfather, Jerry Shipman of Ruther Glen, Va.; maternal grandmother, Mary L. (Joe) Simmons of Barnwell, S.C.; sister, Myah Shipman of Peoria Heights; and brothers, Micheal Shipman of Anderson, Brandon Shipman and Mason Harper of Peoria Heights and Austin Harper of Chicago.
Marcus graduated from Peoria Heights High School, where he was active in basketball, baseball and football. After graduation, he attended Illinois Central College.
He was the manager at Auto Zone in Washington, transferring from the Auto Zone on Western Avenue in Peoria. He was formerly employed as an inspector at Caterpillar Inc. in East Peoria and was also formerly employed as a stocker at Schnucks in Peoria.
Marcus' memorial website and online condolences may be accessed at www.ClaryFunerals.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marcus Shipman
Earl & Denise Jackson
August 25, 2012
Jerry we are so sorry for your lost Marcus will be trully missed absent from the body an present with the lord. Marcus was trully angel loan to us for a short time, but always remember we will see him again. Let 's pray.
Amanda Wilson
August 25, 2012
Thoughts and prayers to his family. I went to school with him but didnt know him very well, regardless its a tragedy and you are in my thoughts. God Bless
Teresa Foster
August 21, 2012
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at your time of sorrow.
We are never prepared for the loss of a loved one, But God is always prepared to help us through that loss. May his presence begin the healing in your heart and soul, and may his love surround you, with comfort only he can give.
Dennis Farney
August 19, 2012
Marcus, you always wore a smile on your face and it was a pleasure knowing you for so many years. RIP. Jerry...you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. Brandon...I saw you the other night and I want you to stay strong through these difficult times.
The Farney Family
banca thomas
August 19, 2012
We love u marcus and im sorry for not being able to say good bye my love goes out to u and ur family
Crystal Moran
August 18, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and you family.
Sandy Shoesmith
August 17, 2012
Marcus was a terrific young man with such a beautiful smile everytime he came into Schnucks Mkt. Loved his job, family and children. We will miss him dearly and pray for his family. God bless him and family
Amanda Meyer & Family
August 17, 2012
Jerry & Family,
Take comfort that he is in Gods arms now. Prayers have been & will remain with you. RIP Marcus
JUANA LUZ MARIA GARCIA
August 17, 2012
MY HUSBAND WAS WORKING WITH MARCUS ON AUTOZONE HE ALWAYS USED TO ASK ME FOR FAJITAS, ALWAYS A GREAT GUY.WE WILL PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.ANGEL OF GOD.
Wendy Steffen
August 17, 2012
What a great kid, forever in memory... condolences to all of you....
Alicia Potter
August 17, 2012
Jerry-you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tara Montgomery
August 17, 2012
Even though I've only been around him a handful of times it was obvious that he was a good guy. My prayers go to his family.
ALFREDO & JUANA GARCIA
August 17, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
August 17, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
carol schuch
August 17, 2012
My condolences to Marcus's family. I work ar Rex Radiator and anytime I went into Autozone, Marcus always had a smile on his face. Always willing to help someone. He will be greatly missed.
Morgan Armstrong
August 17, 2012
we will forever miss you. just as you watched over us while you were here i know you will take even better care of us while you wait for us up there! love you Marcus, <3
jennifer heid
August 17, 2012
our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends from everyone at bp
delaney
August 17, 2012
Sadly I only had the pleasure to meet Marcus once. And just from those hours of sitting and talking with him and his family, what I remember most was how upbeat he was and how a smile never left his face. Praying for the family
michelle woods
August 16, 2012
God called a wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with the shipman family. The kids will greatly miss their uncle marcus.
DAVID JONES
August 16, 2012
OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES.HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM.YOUR FRIENDS AT D.J.s IN BARTONVILLE.
jennifer heid
August 16, 2012
you touched so many in your short time in our hearts you'll never die I know someday we'll meet again and with that so long my friend
Nicole Whittenburg
August 16, 2012
To Janelle, their daughters and to the Shipman family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart weighs heavy. We all lost such an amazing person. I have not one memory of Marcus without a smile across his beautiful face. God definitely gained an angel! Until we meet again, rest in peace my friend!
jennifer heid
August 16, 2012
you touched so many in your short time in our hearts you'll never die I know someday we'll meet again and with that so long my friend
Tammy Bart
August 16, 2012
Deepest sympathies to the family...Jerry, my heart absolutely breaks for you. We don't always understand, and often don't care for God's choices, but know that Marcus is in a much better place...in fact, Heaven is a happier place right now because Marcus is there. Cherish your good memories...they will get you through the rough days ahead. You are in my prayers...
Wayne, Debi & Katy Reed
August 16, 2012
Jerry you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God must have needed a young, smiling, caring guardian angel, so he called Marcus.
With much love,
Lisa Tovrea
August 16, 2012
my heart goes out to you Jerry and to everyone who knew & loved Marcus.you are all in my prayers.
Lauri and Mike Long and family
August 16, 2012
We will always remember you with a big smile and hug every time we saw you. You were so much fun to be around and i will always remember how to "dougie" because of you. You will truly be missed. May he keep u in his arms.
Beau-Lea Lacey
August 16, 2012
High school wouldn't have been the same without you Marcus. You always made events that much more fun. God really is gaining an amazing man and I pray for your family & you're little girls. We'll miss you
sarah darling
August 16, 2012
Forever in our hearts we will all miss you and you will live on through your beautiful daughters and all of our memories Janelle and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You are always with us.
cubby montford
August 16, 2012
whats up fam you will be missed remember hand in a cookie jar RIP
kaitlyn hallstrom
August 16, 2012
marcus was a great guy. & my heart goes out to his family. xoxo
Kait
August 16, 2012
Miss you<3
sasha gabbert
August 16, 2012
my prayers are with the shipman family i knew marcus he was a great guy an will be deeply missed rip marcus will miss you
Ragan Elam
August 16, 2012
God be with Jerry and the rest of Marcus's family as they deal with this loss.Ride free Marcus God gained an angel.R.I.P. Marcus <3
Katrina Wilson
August 16, 2012
Marcus you will never be forgotten and your family and friends will always miss you. R.I.P. c
Bethany Pankey
August 16, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jerry,we are so sorry for your loss!Janelle stay strong and you also are in our prayers.
Jaime Spencer
August 16, 2012
Jerry, Myah and family... I am so very sorry for your loss, he will be dearly missed. Just know you guys will be in my heart and prayers. So many of us are here for you if needed.
patty goett
August 16, 2012
So sorry for ur loss and Marcus u will b missed by so many! Rip
Tami Mitzelfelt
August 16, 2012
You will be missed by so many Marcus but memories will live in our hearts forever.
The Hartness Family
August 16, 2012
Jerry and Family,
We are so very sorry for you loss! Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Tammy Behymer
August 16, 2012
Jerry
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Tarence Young
August 16, 2012
To the Family of Marcus Shipman, May God Bless you and look upon you in this time of Sorrow. RIP Marcus
Lori Stimeling
August 16, 2012
Rest in peace Marcus, you are in a much better place, but will be sadly missed with very fond memories.
christina whalen
August 16, 2012
To the Family we are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers go out to each of you..
The whalen family
Anthony Parker
August 16, 2012
U was fun to work wit at AutoZone u will b missed
Gloria Robinson
August 16, 2012
May God Bless and Keep Marcus's Mother and daughters close to his heart. Dear God.... Bless this woman. I can't imagine going through this.
August 16, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
sara
August 16, 2012
rest in peace marcus. ,may the angels guide you home.
praying for your family.
TS
August 16, 2012
marcus i didnt know you very well, but i kno brandon, we put candles out for you yesterday we miss you marcus, rip
Brandy Crawford
August 16, 2012
Sorry for ur loss.may god rip.
william, tonya, tommy and breanna koontz/thomas
August 16, 2012
so very sorry for the loss of such a great young man. you will be greatly missed, but your legacy will live on!! RIP marcus, until we meet again!!!
Brande Hamilton
August 16, 2012
You will always be loved and never forgotten. I love you always fam!
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