He was born on October 23, 1941, to Elmer and Willie Mae Shipman in Honey Grove, Texas. He was the youngest of eight children.
Bob married Pamela Jean Russell and they were married 52 years.
As a young man, he made his home in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where he continued to live out his values and make a lasting impact on everyone around him. He loved working his land and raising cattle. Bob had a gift for storytelling—always with a hearty laugh—he took pride in sharing his wisdom, mentoring family and friends in both business and life.
Bob built his life around family, and hard work. For over 50 years, he owned and operated Best Exterminators in Oklahoma City, OK, earning the trust of his community through dedication and integrity.
He is survived by his three children, Brian Shipman, Brad Shipman and Tammy Shipman Taylor; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Shipman; his parents, Elmer and Willie Mae Shipman; brothers, Bill, Harvey, J.L. and Joe; and sisters, Fay Johnson, Lynn Locke and Betty Margraves.
Bob will be remembered with deep affection by all who knew him.
Until we see you again…
A visitation for Robert will be held Friday, August 1, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Bill Eisenhour Funeral Home At Sunny Lane Cemetery, 4000 SE 29th Street, Del City, OK 73115. A graveside service will occur Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 2301 E Indian Hills Rd, Norman, OK 73071.
