MILLIE SHIPP
IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Mildred “Millie” Elizabeth James Shipp, 67, of Idaho Falls, died July 26, 2007, at her home.
She was born September 19, 1939, in Hailey, Idaho, to Rex William James and Stella Ina Sisiam James. She attended Hailey Elementary and graduated from Hailey High School. She attended a year at Ricks College.
She married LeRoy LaVerne Shipp June 13, 1960, in Elko, Nevada. They were later divorced. She worked as a housekeeper, dishwasher, waitress and general laborer in restaurants and hotels in Hailey, Sun Valley and Idaho Falls.
She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She enjoyed attending church, adding to her collections, visiting with her grandsons and great granddaughters and was always willing to help a friend or a stranger in need.
Survivors include:
Daughter: Melody (Ignacio) Aguilar of Idaho Falls, ID
Brother: Daryl (Janis) James of Hailey, Idaho
Sister: Anita (Delbert Sr.) McMurdo of Hailey, Idaho
Sister: Rosa Stinett of Hailey, Idaho
Three Grandchildren & Two Great Grandchildren
She was preceded in death by her parents; her ex-husband; and an infant daughter, Cynthia Ann Shipp.
Graveside Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, August 3, 2007, at the Hailey Cemetery, with Darby James officiating. The family will visit with friends Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 North Ridge, Idaho Falls.
Burial will be in the Hailey Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home.
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Condolences received online:
Wanda Millhouse
Dear Yo & Martine,
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy on the lose of your grandmother. I know how much she loved and cared for both of you.
Wanda Millhouse
Westview Librarian
Terry Bolinder -Smith Chevrolet
tbolinder@yahoo.com
I would like to extend my condolences on the loss of Millie. Always with a big smile and a heart to match. She will truly be missed.
Pamela Pepper
ppprpml@ yahoo.com
Our deepest condolences, to Melody and family, Anita, Daryl, and Rosa and their families. When I was growing up, Aunt Millie was a lot of fun, especially when we all got together and played cards. She was always helping someone. Sorry to say we lost track of the family, but I know she will be missed. Our heartfelt sorrow is with the families.
Sincerely
Pam & Ray Pepper & family
Heather R Gillespie
hgillespie@edgewireless.com
Please know that I am very sorry for the loss of your loved one. My prayers and thoughts are with all of your family!!