James "Jim" Shipp, 71, of Winfield, MO, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 8, 1953 in Pasadena, Texas to Delbert and Dorothy (Johnston) Shipp. Jim attended the local small school,. There  were about 250 children first grade through 12th. He and Diana were high school sweethearts. and were later married on May 31, 1975 in Philadelphia, MO.  To this union were born two children, Kevin and Valerie. He went on to receive a Bachelor's Degree in History.  Jim provided well for his family, he had been a tire salesman, store manager and even opened his own store. He spent 48 years in the tire industry. Most of Jim's customers became freinds for life and he actually got to know three generations of families.  Family was very important to him and he loved to spend every minute with them. Jim and Diana would look for antiques on their travels throughout the United States.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be sadly missed and long remembered by all those who knew and loved him.

Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Diana Shipp of Winfield, MO, children, Kevin and wife Michelle Shipp of Lee's Summit, MO and Valerie Komperda of Parker, Colorado, grandchildren, Parker Shipp, Dylan Komperda, Dalton Komperda and Landon Komperda, his mother-in-law, Hazel Kesner of Troy, MO and  many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A Celebration of life will be held on Friday, September 13, 2024 from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. at McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes 1304 Boone Street Troy, MO 63379.

In lieu of flowers:  Bread for Life ( Food Pantry) or Troy Dream Center ( Faith-Based  Men's Residential Program) c/o the funeral home.

Family and Friends may sign the online guestbook @www.mccoyblossomfh.com