After completing his education in computer science, Walt had a long and successful career at Bendix/Allied Signal. He was an avid motorcyclist, fisherman and trap shooter, as well as a devoted Kansas City Chiefs fan.
Walter was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Franklin Shipley Sr. and Arvilla Shipley; brother, Clifton Boyd Shipley (Rita).
Walt is survived by his beloved wife, Sally McCabe Shipley, a retired teacher from Shawnee Mission West High School, well known locally as a treasured mentor to many former students. Brother, Norman Jay Shipley (Fern deceased); and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Walt’s Celebration of Life will take place at Mt. Moriah, Newcomer & Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64131 on Saturday, May 25. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM with a Funeral Service in the Chapel of Faith at 11:00 AM.
Burial will take place at Gypsum Hill Cemetery in Salina, Kansas. Salina friends who wish to honor Walt’s passing may visit the gravesite after May 28.
Friends and family may remember Walt by contributing to Wayside Waifs or the Chestnut Fine Arts Center.
