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Theodore Schipper Obituary
Ted was born July 18, 1928 in Allendale a son to the late Minord M. & Anna M. (VanSingle) Schipper.
He grew up in Allendale on the family dairy farm and moved to Colon in 1957 where he has resided since.
Ted first attended Michigan State University, then transferred to Indiana School of Mortuary Science where he earned his degree in Mortuary Science in 1952.
After college he entered the United States Army, serving with the Third Infantry Division in Korea earning the rank of Sergeant, and earned a Bronze Star.
On August 12, 1955 he married Helen Ann Dykstra in Grand Rapids, she preceded him in death February 4, 2003.
Ted owned and operated the Schipper Funeral Home in Colon and later was a partner in the Rosenberg Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Sturgis, giving many years of dedicated service.
He was a member of the Colon United Methodist Church, life member of the Colon American Legion and Colon Historical Society, had served on the Colon School Board as president and had been a member of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association for 69 years.
He is survived by two sons; Chad T. Schipper and friend Sharon Hagen and Tod M. Schipper of Colon, son-in-law Marion (Chris) Hayes of Washington, Iowa, Two grandchildren; Tyler (Kirsten) Schipper of Colon and Megan (Turner) Schultz of East Leroy an several nieces and nephews.
Besides his wife Helen he was preceded in death by a daughter Debra Kay Hayes and brother Willis (Bill) Schipper.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday at the Schipper Funeral Home from 6-8 P.M. Funeral services celebrating the life of Ted M. Schipper will be Thursday, March 11, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at the funeral home with Rev. David J. Farrell officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeside Cemetery with Military honors conferred by the Colon American Legion Post #454. If desired memorials may be made to either the Colon United Methodist Church or the Colon Historical Society.
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Mary (Trayling) Partington
May 29, 2021
I babysat for Helen and Ted when I was a teenager. Skipper Funeral Home was the place my parents, Margaret and Fred Trayling, and my brother Fred Trayling, were buried from. Ted and Helen were great people.
Don Bratt
March 11, 2021
Dear Chad and Todd, So very, very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Uncle Ted was such a kind and gentle man who cared deeply for you, Debbie, and Aunt Helen. I have fond memories of our visits to Colon to spend time with you guys and Aunt Helen and Uncle Ted. Having lost both of my parents nine days apart in November, I can relate to the sadness you are experiencing but also the happiness knowing Uncle Ted is in heaven...this is our blessed assurance as Christians. Your cousin Don Bratt
Darrel Hartman
March 11, 2021
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, he was always a very kind man, always soft spoken and friendly. May God's grace be with Chad and Todd's family..
Dennis Hendrickson
March 11, 2021
My sincerest condolences. Mr Schipper was a very gracious & kind man. He employed men for awhile when I was in high school. Always very patient with me. He certainly left a very positive impression on my life. RIP Mr Schipper!!!
Betsy Babler-Schrader
March 10, 2021
So sorry to hear of Ted's passing. I always enjoyed visiting your home to hang out with Deb at the pool. Ted and Helen were both kind and generous. You are lucky to have such wonderful memories of the very best of humans.
And always lots if fun kitties were part of the Schipper household.
Best to you, Tod and Chad
Fondly
Betsy Babler-Schrader
Kathy earl
March 10, 2021
So very sorry for your loss. Was a very nice man. Prayers for your family
Dana Schwartz
March 10, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Thinking of you Tod and Chad in this difficult time.
FAYE BYRNES
March 10, 2021
We are praying for the Skipper family as you grieve the loss of your dear relative . Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. We ask our Heavenly Father to give you peace & comfort during this time. Sincerely. John & Faye (Adams) Byrnes
Marsha Decker
March 9, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers for the wonderful Schipper family. Marsha Decker, Brian, Denise, Darcee and families.
Michael Ryan & Joyce Ryan
March 9, 2021
Ted and my dad were good friends for many years. He was a gentle and good guy. Sorry to hear he is gone. My condolences to Tod and Chad and the family. Michael Ryan
Arden Davidson
March 9, 2021
Rest in peace Ted God be with the family .Arden and the late Donna Davidson.
March 9, 2021
My condolences to Tod and the family in the loss of your loved one. Dad thought a lot of Mr. Schipper. And our family appreciated your help during the loss of both of our parents, Marcus and Esther. I’m sorry I can’t attend the visitation or services. I’m recovering from open heart surgery.
Butch and Gloria Carpenter
March 9, 2021
Chad and Tod so sorry to see this , you know Ted meant a lot to me, there were many good times, like mushrooming,going to basketball games, and working for him. I am sorry I won’t be able to attend the services as we are still in Florida, will see you when we get to Michigan in the spring, Butch
Carolyn Parrish
March 8, 2021
Tod & Chad,
Our deepest condolences & prayers during this time of loss of your Father.
He was a wonderful man and an asset to this community in many ways over the years.
Carolyn & Tom Parrish
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