Michael Shippey, a former Auburn resident whose life included Army service during the Vietnam War and work in both New York and California, died Nov. 7 in California. He was 77.
His obituary, published Nov. 14 by The Citizen on Legacy, identifies Citrus Heights Post Acute Facility as the place of his death.
Born Aug. 17, 1949, in Mobile, Alabama, Shippey was the son of Gerard Shippey and Edith Shippey, whose maiden name was Lagueux. Both parents died before him.
His education included graduation from Holy Family School and Mount Carmel High School. He subsequently served in the Army during the Vietnam War.
Following his military service, Shippey worked for Auburn’s Columbian Rope. A later move took him to California, where his work was in telemarketing. Hunting and fishing were among his interests.
Surviving family members include his sister, Kathy Mahaney, and her husband, Willis. He also leaves three nephews — Terry Flannigan, Nick Flannigan and Cody Flannigan — and four great-nephews: Brice Flannigan, Everett Flannigan, Jagger Flannigan and Nash Flannigan.
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His brother, John Shippey, also died before him.
A funeral Mass is planned for a date to be determined. White Chapel Funeral Home in Auburn is handling the arrangements.
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