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Gregg Shipston Obituary
Gregg will be remembered as an all-around nice guy whose passions of listening to music, cooking and eating delicious foods, working outside on his property and spending time with his family brought him true joy.
We lost Gregg while he was vacationing with his wife on the gorgeous beaches of Jamaica. Despite this sudden heartbreak, we know that Gregg would have wanted nothing more than to spend his final moments in paradise alongside his loving wife of 37 years, Elise.
Gregg worked at Fort Mill High School as a culinary arts teacher. Gregg was loved by his students both at Fort Mill and at his previous school, Lancaster High. He was known for teaching his students to cook delicious meals with any ingredients around the kitchen. His students will surely miss Gregg's patience and enthusiasm for teaching. Gregg felt teaching was his true calling.
While not at work, Gregg loved to listen to music and his vinyl records. His tastes were eclectic and included many favorites including Robyn Hitchcock, English Beat, The Stranglers and Genesis. Gregg loved to share his love of music (and food!) through his frequent posts on Facebook.
Besides his wife Elise, Gregg is survived by his son Austin; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Elizabeth and Frank Lopez;, his sister-in-law, Jenny Shipston, and her children, Liam, Mark and Megan (who will forever remember his support and love); and his sister, Lisa DeVito.
Gregg was preceded in death by his parents, Price and Loraine; and his brother, Gary.
A celebration of Gregg and his life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Special Olympics of South Carolina, Gregg's favorite charity.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Sims
August 12, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Gregg's culinary room was next to mine and we formed a bond over the food samples and music discs he would bring me. When my YCI Christian club needed more room to meet in, Gregg generously allowed us to use the back of his room. We often talked about how Christ had saved us and I knew Gregg to be a good Christian man. I believe he is with Christ right now and although we will miss him so much, he is in paradise.
Susan Brackett
August 12, 2022
They say the kitchen is the heart of any home. Gregg made his kitchen/classroom the heart of Fort Mill High School. He always went the extra mile for his students, and they felt appreciated and understood with him. As we return to school, his kind spirit is missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Bethann
August 12, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Gregg's frequent pictures of delicious food and his upbeat personality will be greatly missed by all of us here at school! Sending up prayers for peace for your entire family.
Sam
August 12, 2022
So sorry for your loss. He was a great man who taught us so many valuable lessons in school. We were able to make lifelong friendships and given multiple culinary and scholarship opportunities thanks to him. He will always be remembered and never forgotten. He will always be a favorite teacher to the students he had.
Austin Vennetti
August 8, 2022
My condolences to the Shipston family. I began visiting Gregg while he was teaching in Lancaster. We formed a wonderful friendship over food, music, and education. He was so passionate about his life and career, and was always warm and welcoming towards me when I would visit his classes. Gregg will be missed by so many. He made such a big impact on myself and all of the students he taught. I wish the family nothing but love and healing during this time. May peace be with you all.
Christal VanWickler - ProStart
August 8, 2022
We are deeply sadden at the passing of Gregg, He was such a passionate insturctor and wanted to share his knowledge with his studnets. I know that his loss will be a huge impact. I have had the pleasure of getting to know Gregg over the years and have always enjoyed our conversations. He loved his family and I know that he will be deeply missed. Thinking of all of you during this time.
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