Jerry Ralph Shipley, of Yukon, OK, was born November 18, 1939. He entered Heaven in peace on May 31, 2017. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Adleen and Ralph Shipley and his brother, Terry. Jerry was born and raised in OKC. He graduated from Putnam City High School in 1957, where he enjoyed playing basketball and baseball for the Pirates. Jerry served his country in the United States Army as a Military Police Officer at Fort Gordon Army Base, Augusta, Georgia in 1962-1963. After the death of his father, Jerry took the helm as President and CEO of Cardinal Aquatech Pools, a business begun by his parents in 1959. Jerrys motto was always "customers first." Jerry is survived by his loving wife of nearly 57 years, Josie; daughter and son-in-law, Lynne Elizabeth and Rob Arthur, Yukon; son and daughter-in-law, Guy and Michelle Shipley, Bethany; granddaughter, Micah and husband D.J. Lyon, OKC; grandsons, Justin Shipley, Piedmont, Ryan Shipley and fianc Taylor Paysinger, Bethany; and a great-granddaughter, Audrey Shipley, Piedmont. He is also survived by his sister, Debbie Crandall, Bethany. Jerry treasured his family and took great joy in each of their accomplishments. Jerry loved road trips and exploring the U.S. with his wife. Some of Jerrys happiest times were spent fishing with son, Guy, and friends each October, and spending time on the lake with family. Jerry always delighted in working and creating in his shop. Funeral Service Tuesday, June 6, 2017 10:00 AM Mercer-Adams Chapel 3925 N. Asbury Bethany, OK 73008