Laura May (Dulaney) Shipley
November 27, 1922 – February 2, 2009
Its is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Laura Shipley on February 2, 2009, ending a six year battle with Alzheimer’s. Gratefully in her presence were her husband of 35 years, Paul, and her children, Dianna, Mike and Bob Dulaney. As we mourn, we also pause to remember the unconditional love and acceptance that she extended to all. Her kindness and generous spirit are examples for all to follow.
Born in Kansas on November 27, 1922, she lived most of her life in California, residing in Turlock for nearly thirty five years. Several of her hobbies included needlepoint, cross-stitch, beading and she had a life long love of music. Laura had a passion for traveling. She and Paul spent their honeymoon traveling Europe, Venice, Rome, Italy, France, Spain, to name a few. They spent 8 weeks traveling, covering 10,000 miles, and 14 countries. This was just the beginning for them, she and Paul, traveled the US three times covering a total of 47 states, not including trips to Mexico and Canada. Together, they spent their life traveling from coast to coast, and wore out three motor homes.
Laura was the youngest of nine children. Her sister Maxine Holmes survives her. She is preceded in death by three brothers and four sisters. Laura is survived by a large extended family, which includes her husband Paul Shipley of Turlock; children Dianna Dulaney, Mike Dulaney, Bob Dulaney, & step-daughter Paula McClellan, all of Turlock; ten grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and four great great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be at Turlock Memorial Park, Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at 3:00 pm. Following the service a gathering for family and friends will be held at the Western View Mobile Ranch Club House, 1400 N. Tully Rd. in Turlock, at 4:00 pm.
