David A. Shipley

A memorial gathering to celebrate the life of David A. Shipley, 57, of Blue Grass, IA will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at the Blue Grass Community Center. David died unexpectedly on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at Genesis Medical Center East Campus in Davenport. Cunnick-Collins Mortuary and Cremation Service is assisting the family with arrangements.

David Allan Shipley was born on February 5, 1961 in Davenport, IA, the son of Bobby and Dixie (Herndon) Shipley. After his graduation from high school he began work as a carpenter and general contractor most recently working for McNamara Construction. On September 11, 2004 he married Melanie J. Watts here in Davenport. David enjoyed playing bass guitar in several local bands and was the vocalist or 'front man' for the Nuclear Plowboys.

Surviving members of the family include - his Wife: Melanie Shipley of Bluegrass; a Daughter Casey Geigle of Davenport; a Son: Corry (Heather) Shipley of Davenport; a Step-son: Brad Fahrenkrug of Davenport; his Mother Dixie Shipley of Unionville, MO; a Sister: Patty (Tim) Donahue of Davenport; and 5 Grandchildren: Austin, Tiffany, Aria, Knox, Maylee.

He was preceded in death by his father Bobby and a step-daughter Tiffany.

Memorials may be made to the family