Thomas A. Shipp

Thomas A. Shipp, of Saint Charles, Missouri, passed away Saturday, December 2, 2017, at the age of 86.  Loving husband of 67 years to Ruth M. Shipp; beloved son of the late Earl R. and Mary E. Shipp; devoted father of Carol (David) Cosby, Dennis (Sandy) Shipp, Wayne (Connie) Shipp, Cindy (Craig) Glenn, and Kim (Steve) Curran; cherished grandfather of Shawn (Heather) Cosby, Christina Cosby, David Shipp, Becky (Greg) Staton, Amy (John) Stringer, Randy Shipp, Tracey (Jim) Kemple, Beth Glenn, Thomas Curran, and Jonathan Curran; treasured great-grandfather of 11; dear brother of Ray (Barbara) Shipp, Gerold Shipp, Geraldine (Jerry) Northrup, Vera (Larry) Munson, Joyce (the late Jaan) Tabur, and the late Ralph (Patricia) Shipp.  Tom is also survived by his loveable canine companion, Opie.

Tom was a devoted member of Mid Rivers Christian Church, and he truly valued the honor of his faith in God.  He will be fondly remembered as the “Fix It” man.  He devoted more than 45 years as a service manager at Data Card Addressograph Farrington Inc., and he retired after more than 20 years as owner of Card Systems, Inc.  Among his hobbies were fishing, hunting, and golfing.  He cherished summers and going boating at the Lake of the Ozarks.  After retirement, Tom enjoyed traveling and voyaging on cruises with his wife, and one of his favorite destinations each year was visiting Florida.  Wherever they went, it was a treasure to see them walking hand in hand.  He was dearly loved, and will be missed by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mid Rivers Christian Church or organization of Donor's Choice.