Alexander Daniel Shipp, Asleep in Jesus on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Beloved husband of Jessica Shipp (nee Turek). Dearest father of Carly and Miles Shipp. Loving son of Dan and Deborah Shipp and son-in-law of Tony and Theresa Turek. Dear brother of Marshall Taylor, brother-in-law of Tony and Carrie Turek (nee Voss), uncle to Emma, Audrey, Owen, and Rue, cousin and friend to many.
Alex was a provider and protector. He was the guy that went in the burning house to save his neighbor; the guy you could count on to show up with the umbrella helping you out of your car in the rain; the Don Juan who would glow as he talked about the first time he met Jess, his soulmate, in Madrid; the Dad that helped you bait a hook and make sure you were a successful fisherman; the Dad that would tread water to take the perfect picture of you jumping from the boat; the Dad that ordered all the best apps after picking you up from a mixer; the capital H Hoosier rooting on his team; the groupie with the best tickets at every concert; the meticulous keeper of family recipes; the guy who would create a feast on the smoker; the brilliant mind who counted everyone’s syllables as they spoke, always rearranging it into 15; the coach that drank from your soccer cup trophy; the lake bum who believed in the abolishment of sleeves on the weekend; the surfer in Hawaii, beach waves flowing in the break; the guy who hired all of his friends; the guy who built the hen house for Jess’ “girls”; the attentive husband that would rub your feet until you fell asleep. His humor and love touched all who knew him. He was hardwired into Jess and Jess into him. His essence radiates from Carly and Miles. They will always ‘remember there is nothing worth sharing than the love that let us share our name (Avett Brothers).
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Human Fund.
Contributions for the Shipp children can be made via Venmo @ForTheBenefitOfShippFamily (code 4042) OR via check to Anthony Turek, PO Box 510034, St. Louis, MO 63151.
Services: Funeral mass at Queen of All Saints Church, 6603 Christopher Rd., Saturday February 15, at 10:00 a.m. Visitation Friday February 14, from 4:00- 8:00pm Kutis Funeral Home 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd
He was a “Man’s man with a heart of gold!”
Always in our hearts and prayers, all of you . I will miss that smile Alex. God bless you.
Dan and Debbie,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We are thinking about and praying for you and all of your family. We pray God holds you tight during this sorrowful time.
Love, Geralyn and Gary Redman
What a beautiful tribute Jessica! My heart breaks for you, Carly, and Miles. You shouldn’t have to endure this grief and hardship. Alex was taken way too soon, but the love he gave to his family and friends is evident by the lovely words everybody had to say about him. I know it doesn’t alleviate any of your pain, but he continues to watch over you, Carly, and Miles. Conjure an image of him in your mind’s eye, close your eyes, take a deep breath, and listen for his whispers of love to you. He’ll be speaking to you in the silence of your heart. Gods bless you all and I love you sweet cousin ❤️🙏
I met Alex through work at Wells Fargo and he was one of the kindest and funniest people. Whip smart too. 😊 Always enjoyed chatting with him! May God hold his family and friends tightly. Godspeed Alex.🙏
Dan and Debbie,
We are so sorry for your loss , reading his obituary sounds like he was a really great guy. I think we may have met him at Uncle Alan’s and Aunt Donna’s house when he was very young. We will be praying for all of you during this very difficult time.
Todd, Angela and Jacob Wiley
A true ‘provider and protector’ indeed. I’ll never forget a big Turek family dinner at Cusanelli’s when Alex stepped in without hesitation to help a family member who was choking. As if that weren’t enough, he then surprised us all by quietly paying the tab for the entire family. His kindness and generosity will forever inspire me!
Dan and Deb I am so very sorry for your loss! I don’t find words to take your hurt away! Praying for you and all your family in this sad time! Know I love you and let me know if I can do anything for you! Hugs and prayers.
Deb and Dan ,
I am so sorry for your loss ……. Knowing he is in Heaven and Happier than he has ever been should help in comforting you and your son’s family …. I’m praying for Gods love and comfort to wash over you all
Worked with and sat next to Alex for a few years at Wells. The words of this remembrance ring true. When I was let go from the company in 2021, he was one of the first to reach out and offer me a job and a way back in the door. Truly a great guy that loved talking with me about Indiana, Bonne Terre, Oakville, and his family.
Alex was always a great friend to me. We were best friends from 2nd to 5th grade. He always made me laugh and we would play basketball from sun up to sun down. My heart is broken for his family. To Deb and Dan, Prayers and condolences. I truly treasure these memories of my childhood with Alex
Dan and Debbie,
So sorry to hear about Alex. Sending
prayers for you and his family at this
difficult time.
God Bless ,
Peggy Tweedall
Great man, friend, leader and teammate. His humor, authenticity and genuine care for the well being of those around him made everyone love and appreciate him. May we all strive to live up to the example he set. Rest in peace, my friend.
Dan and Debbie,
I was heartbroken to hear the news about Alex. I remember all the play dates we had when Alex and Breann were toddlers. I pray God gives you strength during this difficult, unimaginable time and your friends and family surround you with love and support.
Cindy Nevins
To all the Shipp family, Memories of Alex always will bring a smile to my face. His grandmother June and I would push him in his stroller to see the cows. He was always so loving with a hug when he would see me. When I met Jess it was obvious that they would make a wonderful couple. I am so thankful he got to be a father too Carly and Miles. He was so proud of his family. And to my special friends Debbie and Dan – I pray that God will wrap His arms around you and give your hearts peace. Love to you all.
Jess I only met Alex one time and that was at your wedding. I knew right off that he was a great guy. So sorry for your lost. Let God wrap his arms around you and your family.
I am your Dad’s cousin
I only had the pleasure to meet Alex a handful of times. Although our time was short together, he always made you feel that you have been friends for years. Also, the love for Jess that beamed from him was unmistakable. He made you a better man the very first time you met him. Rest easy!
What a beautiful tribute for a life lost way too soon. Clearly Alex continued to live his life and make an impact in adulthood like he did for so many of us in our formative years. I feel so lucky to have grown up with Alex and will forever remember his kindness, wit, and contagious smile. Sending love to you all as you navigate this tough time.
I will never forget all the good times me and Alex had together !! Best friends from 6th-8th grade !! From travel soccer to Camp Ondessonk to IU soccer camp. I will NEVER forget the times we had !! Debbie and Dan I’m so sorry for your loss and can only imagine what you are going through. You guys were always there for me and my Mother . To Jessica and his children .. I will be thinking and praying for you guys !! Alex was the best !!! I’m so Sorry !!
“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”
Numbers 6:24-26
He was always a great guy! He always had a smile and a kind word when we passed in the halls at Castle. We swam together on NSC, he always had us cracking up between sets! I’m shocked and saddened to see this. Love and prayers to all of his family. His memory will be treasured by so many.
“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace”
Numbers 6:24-26
Ken & Maria Bonastia
(Dustin’s in laws)
Dearest Dan, Debbie and Marshall, words are not sufficient, I am at a loss. So many memories of such fun times. Our hearts go out to you all.
🙏
Dear Teri, Tony,
Jessica, Carly and Miles~
The outpouring of love and conversation last evening was overwhelming and heartfelt.
Jessica, if you wrote this, you covered Alex with the same love and protection he covered you all with. To read you were both wired together was beautifully expressed.
I hurt so much for all of you, but please listen to that quiet voice of the Holy Spirit in your mind. Alex’s spirit will still live in your Mind, Body and Soul.
I know because I lost my husband at 60.
He gave you all his very best, never stop sharing that love of his. He sounds like he lived life for others, and especially his family. May you find HIS comfort and support, in your kids, and the quiet of your mind.
Live for him, as he did for everyone 🩷🩷😇🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Your wiring still exists.
Debbie and family ,
Words are so hard to find! I’m so sorry for your loss! Your in my thoughts and prayers!
You now have an Angel you know by name and he’s watching over each and everyone of you!
RIP Alex fly high fly high
I was so shocked and saddened to hear this news. While our paths crossed for only one volleyball season, Alex was one the parents that left a huge impact on me. He was such a fun dad, and your whole family was so loving, it was very cool to see. He always had such kind words and encouragement for Olive. Jess, Carly, and Miles, I’m sending you all the love.
I first met Alex when he carried my bags and helped us into a hotel for our first out of town tournament for our girls volleyball team. Such a great guy! Mike and I always enjoyed the Vball tailgates with him. Thinking of and sending love to the entire family.
I was so sorry to learn of Alex’s passing. We went to school together from elementary through high school and were always good friends. I have such fun memories of him growing up. He was such a kind soul, and always smiling. It sounds like he continued to be that way as an adult. We will be praying for your family and that God will cover you all with peace and comfort during such a difficult time.
I went to hs with him. He was such a nice guy. Not a mean bone in his body. I still remember the advice he gave me before I started law school and how impressed I was that he went to slu. I’m so sorry to his family for such an incredible loss.
I worked with Alex at Wells Fargo, sat right next to him and walked by him every day we were in office. We shared laughs and stories about our families, work, life! He spoke of you all all the time, his dream of moving out to the country and getting more chickens. He was the first one to congratulate me on the birth of my son when I returned to work, going on about how much fun I was about to have raising a family. I miss walking by his office every day. He will be missed here by all for his warmth and friendship and kindness. And I will miss the little moments we shared here at work, in-between going home to our families, which I know was the most important thing to him.
Thank you so much, Caroline.
I had the pleasure of working with Alex, one of the finest people I’ve had the pleasure to know. Incredibly bright, talented, funny, and so kind. I’m so sorry for your loss, Alex made everything around him better. God bless.