Alard (Al) Michael Shipman of Freeland Wash. passed into the arms of the Lord on March 1st, 2013 after an extended illness.

He was born on January 4th, 1945 in Bothell, Wash. Preceded in death by parents Claire and Eileen Shipman of Mountlake Terrace, Wash. Leaving behind siblings; Jerry Shipman (Edie) of Kirkland, Wash. Gayle Gillette (Ken) of Freeland, Dennis Shipman of Freeland, and Gary Shipman (Chelsie) of Benkelman, Neb.

Al also left behind much love and fond memories to nephews Terry, Tom, and Michael and nieces Venessa, Dominique and Molly and their families. Al experienced a variety of jobs during his lifetime, but spent the longest and last years a A.T.L. Medical in Mill Creek and Waif Thrift store in Freeland, where he made many friends – adults, children, and animals. Celebration of life service will be held at 12 PM, Saturday, April 6th at St Huberts Catholic Church in Langley. Instead of flowers, donations can be made to Waif, PO Box 1108, Coupeville, Wa. 98239