of Little Rock, AR
July 31, 1955 - August 3, 2014
Kenny Shipe, 59, of Little Rock was called to his Heavenly home on Sunday, August 3, 2014.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn L. and Louise Shipe. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Nancy; his beloved daughter, Christy Shipe; brother, John (Teri) Shipe; and sister, Glenda (Elvis) Grigsby.
Kenny graduated from Central High School in 1975. He formerly worked for Country Cobbler and was recently retired from the Arkansas Highway Department.
Funeral service will be at 10:00 A.M., Thursday, August 7, 2014 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR 72211, 501-224-8300. Reverend Allan Greer will officiate. Visitation will be from 6:00 8:00 P.M., Wednesday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Parkway Place Baptist Church, 300 Parkway Place Drive, Little Rock, AR 72211, 501-224-3003 or to the charity of your choice.
Nancy and Christy
Sometimes there are no words to express the depths on one's sorry. Now, is such a time. Please know I am holding you close to my heart and in my prayers ~ that you will know His grace and He will unveil to you His purpose. I love you both so much. ~ Lauren
Nancy I am so sorry for your loss I knew Kenny through the stockroom at the district six at the highway depth and he was a great guy, couldn't ask for a better person as a friend. I will be praying for your family.
Nancy,
I don't have the words. My heart aches for you. You and Christy are in my thoughts and prayers.
Christina
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kenny was always so special to my mother, Frances Purcell. He was one of her boys. Love Linda & Kim Ashcraft
Nancy,
I never had the privilege of meeting Kenny, but felt I knew him through you. From everything you ever said of him he sounded like a very loving husband and father. My deepest sympathy to you and Christy during this very difficult time.
You are in my prayers,
Connie
I am so sorry for your and Christy's loss. You and your family are in my daily thoughts and prayers.
Nancy, Johnny and Glenda,
My heart breaks for your families. Growing up next to Kenny was always an adventure. I still have a scar on my leg from his motorcycle!
Even though it's been years since I have seen you all the memories of wonderful days came flooding back.
I pray for you Nancy and your daughter. I am so happy he had a family whom he loved so dearly.
Glenda and Johnny- who could have asked for a better brother?
My thoughts, prayers and love are with all of you.
I am so sorry for his passing.
May God grant you all Peace that only He can give.
In Christ's Love,
Susan Gates Joyce
Nancy and Christy, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss, I pray for comfort, peace and strength that can only come from the Lord.
Nancy, you and Christy are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Nancy, Your entire UPS Feeder family offers our condolences. If you need anything just let us know. So sorry for your and your daughter's loss.
My deepest condolences, he was a good man.
Much love and thoughts
Bill Pendergrass and family
Many fond memories of working together at Country Cobbler
I have such wonderful memories of Kenny. I love you Nancy and will be praying for you and Christie's peace.
You and your family are in my prayers.
Nancy, my prayers are with you, Christy and family. May you find yourself in GOD'S favour which will provide comfort for all we go through in this life.
Sincerely
Beverly Roaf-Kirklin
You are in my thoughts and prayers Nancy.
My heart breakes for you and your family Nancy. I pray you find comfort and peace in the eternal promise of our Father....I may not have been around much in the last few years but please know I am and always be here for you....Kenny was a great guy! I have some great memories of us all sharing good times together.
Nancy, my heart aches for you and your family. I pray that the Lord will bring you peace in the days to come.
Nancy and Christy:
Kenny was always a breath of fresh air. He was funny, kind, caring, and way to young to leave his two precious ladies. Be he will always be in your heart. He loved you two so much. You could see it in his eyes when ever he looked at you or talked about you. We miss him so much. We will honor his memory by always being here for you two. We love you. Mark, Lisa, Aimee, Jared
Nancy, Christy, John & Glenda, no words can express how sorry we are. Please know that you are in our constant thoughts and prayers. We love all of you. God's love to you. Bill and Barbara Purcell