David Lyle Schipman, age 44 of Vesta, formerly of Montana, passed away Friday, August 14, 2015 at his home. No public services will be held. Online condolences may be sent at www.stephensfuneralservice.com. Stephens Funeral Service – Redwood Valley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Dave, how could you have left us so soon? How could this happen? All the times we talked about going to a Steeler game or a Penguins game, I didn’t get the chance to take you. Never got the chance to experience my city in all its splendor. I just can’t believe you’re gone. I’m going to really miss you…miss our conversations about sports, all Pittsburgh. You may be gone, my old Coast Guard friend, but you will never be forgotten. R.I.P., my longtime friend.
Your friend eternally,
Mo
It’s been years now. You were a great person. I enjoyed most of our conversations about politics, philosophy, sports and life. I can only guess the inability to be in your children’s life was the biggest factor in doing this. You were tired of the pain. The problem is that you don’t know what the next day can bring. You deprived your family and friends and yourself the chances the future can bring. I don’t know how many times I have asked myself what Schipman would think of this or that. I wish I could have those conversations.