Thursday, September 30, 2021

Burell Shipman


 

Burell Lee Shipman, 88, of Poteau, OK passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2021 in Tulsa, OK.  Burell was born October 11, 1932 in Summerfield, OK to John & Maude (Hall) Shipman.  He was a mechanic, a greyhound bus driver and served as a deputy sheriff.  Burell was a veteran of the US Air Force where he served as a nurse.  Burell loved to fish, read western books, travel and camp.  He was a Mason.  He grew up on a farm during the Depression and knew ‘the value of a dollar’,  His favorite scripture was John 3:16.  He could be described as a “Jack of All Trades & Master of None”.  He has been described as a strict father but “his bark was worse than his bite”. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Billye & Mary Jean; brother, M.K. & wife Bits.

 Survivors include his wife, Sandra Brown-Shipman; his daughters, Darla & Dana; sons, David &wife Gail, Chad & wife Tanis; grandchildren, Kristi, Jennifer, KayAnn, Matt Candace, Darce, Wesley, Lance & Chris; several great grandchildren; nieces, Pam, Debbie, Wanda; nephews, Ralph, Gerald, Lindsey, Paul & Chuck; other relatives, loved ones and friends.

 Services will be 2 pm, Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at Summerfield Cemetery Pavilion with Jim Cook officiating.  Visitation will be Monday from 6-8 pm at the funeral home.

2 comments:

Unknown said...

I had limited opportunities to spend time with Burell since I'm somewhat new to the Brown clan. I did find Burell to be a man more of action than words. He was kind hearted and hard working even in retirement. He had a range of jobs over his lifetime that demonstrated his ability to work with people and his hands. Carol and I were able to spend a few days with both Burell and Sandy going the the Brown family reunion in WI in early August. I hope Jesus has directed him to a good fishing hole. I look forward to spending more time with him when I leave this world.

Gary Hayes

Chuck Clayton said...

Rest in peace old friend.
Just learned this news. So sorry Dana and David.