Jeffrey Glenn Shipley

Jeffrey Glenn Shipley, 54, of Sedalia passed away March 19, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born on March 23, 1965 in San Bernardino, CA the son of Robert Glendon Shipley and Cheryl Ann (Oliver) Brown.

On July 12, 1985 in Sedalia, he was united in marriage to Diane Harrison, who resides in Sedalia.

Jeff was a devoted, son, father, grandfather, and friend. He faithfully practiced unconditional love and never knew a stranger or passed judgment on anyone. Jeff enjoyed going canoeing, camping, going to the beach, skiing, and especially loved spending time with his family and friends.

In addition to his mother Cheryl Brown and her husband Dave, he is survived by two children, daughter, Paige Shipley (Corey Wendel) of Arizona and son, Jordan Shipley (Victoria) of Florida; and the light of his life, his granddaughter, Layne Jeffrey; a sister Darci Shipley of Sedalia; two brothers, Craig Shipley (Dulce) of Texas and Glen Shipley of Texas; many many nephews and nieces; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; as well as his faithful puppy dog, Legend-ARY.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Robert and Marilynn Oliver; and paternal grandparents, Don and Bonnie Brown.

A private celebration of life service will be held on Monday, March 23, 2020 at Rea Funeral Chapel.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Sunday, March 22, 2020 at the funeral chapel.

Honorary bearers will be Charles Hardy, John Borland, John Arnwine, and Corey Wendel.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of the funeral chapel.