Howard "Johnny" E. Shipley

Dr. Rev. Howard “Johnny” Shipley, 80, went to his eternal home on Monday, July 29, 2024, at his home in Morristown.  He retired from the school system after 30 years of service.  He was a county commissioner for the 7th district of Hamblen County.  He served on many boards and committees throughout his life.  His calling and passion was spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ.  He had a desire and love that people knew Jesus as their personal savior and to disciple his fellow brothers and sisters in Christ.  He preached the Good News for over 50 years and pastored several churches during that time.  He was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend.  He will be remembered for his passion, dedication, and fierce love.

He was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 52 years, Linda Shipley and his parents Ed & Florence Shipley.  He is survived by his son, Howard (Rachel) Shipley; daughter, Brandee (Rev. Paul) Owens; his beloved grandchildren, Elisia (Eric) Collins, Blaine Shipley, Hannah Owens, Harrison Shipley, Emma Shipley, A.J. Owens, Esther Owens, Storm (Becca) Williams, Walker Williams, and Keaton Williams; his great grandchildren, Maverick Collins, Tyson Williams, Axxton Williams, with a precious one to come; his brother, Bob (Brenda) Shipley; nephews and nieces, and numerous friends including his extended family at Allen Funeral Home, his dear church families: Lebanon Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Dover Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and Lea Springs Baptist Church.

The family would like to thank the staff of Morristown Hamblen Healthcare System, especially his CCU nurse Sarah and the staff of Smoky Mountain Hospice for their enduring support during his last days.

The family will receive friends from 4 – 7PM on Friday, August 2, 2024, in the East Chapel of Allen Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 7PM, with Rev. Paul Owens, Rev. Richard Snowden, Hon. Bill Brittain, Com. David Purkey and Ronald Longmire officiating. Interment will be held at 11AM on Saturday, August 3, 2024, in Historic Bethesda Cemetery. 

Pallbearers are his grandchildren.  Honorary pallbearers are Fred and Carolyn Gammons, Gale and Judy Douthat, Darryl and Cindy Bales, Peggy Campbell. John Miller, Gary McNabb, Paul Baldy, Buddy Mayes, James Stepp, Rev. James Ramsey, Sharon Herman, Max and Carolyn McCarter, Leroy and Linda Marshall, Greg Johnson, and Bob Bebber.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to: Lebanon Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 804 W. Jefferson St. Jefferson City, TN 37760.

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