Jack S. Shipley

Jack Stephen Shipley, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on September 23, 2026, at the age of 79.

Jack was born on August 18, 1947, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of William C. Shipley and Loretta F. (Obrien) Shipley. He graduated from Fort Lauderdale High School and later continued his education and training in electronics.

Jack proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He was also a member of the American Legion.

On July 2, 1969, Jack married Susan C. (Bopp) Shipley. Together, they shared more than 57 years of marriage.

Jack worked for Xerox for 40 years before retiring.

An avid bass fisherman, Jack loved spending time on the water whenever he could. When he couldn’t be fishing, he enjoyed woodworking.

Jack is survived by his wife, Susan; his sons, Craig (Michelle) Shipley and Scott (Maryjean) Shipley; his grandchildren, Jillian, Kaitlyn, Rhyann, Colton and Jackson; and one nephew, Steven Tedder.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Loretta Shipley; and his sister, Alice Shipley Maxwell.

The family will have a private graveside service.

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