Chuck Shipley
1939 – 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Chuck Shipley, a beloved husband, father, grandpa, great-grandpa and uncle.

Chuck’s adventurous spirit, boundless energy and remarkable sense of humour touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Chuck began his journey in Calgary, delivering prescriptions on his bike for Shipley Drugs. Early in his young adulthood, his desire to live life large took him far and wide — from working for the City of Calgary Road crew to the Arctic as part of a seismic team. Eventually, he returned to Calgary, where he married the love of his life, Jean. Together, they celebrated 63 wonderful years of marriage, living in communities across Alberta before settling in Rocky Mountain House, their home for the past 47 years.

Chuck and Jean built a beautiful life together, raising two daughters, Bonnie and Susan. He cherished his son-in-law, Chad, and adored his five grandchildren: Morgan, Casey, Zach, Justin and Nate. As well as three great-grandchildren: Briar, Holden and Theodore.

Chuck was predeceased by his parents and his son-in-law, Shawn Morgan.

A lover of the great outdoors, Chuck was happiest surrounded by nature. Hunting, fishing, camping, cross-country skiing, holidays at Carcajou and countless hours spent in a boat on the river brought him immense joy. His passion for the outdoors seamlessly blended into his 32-year career as a Fish and Wildlife officer — a role that was more than a job; it was a way of life. During his career, he shared his knowledge as an environmental sciences instructor at NAIT. He also designed and executed the Water Safety and Small Vessel training course for Fish and Wildlife officers.

Retirement didn’t slow Chuck down. He served as a Clearwater County councillor and deputy reeve, and contributed as a board member for both Rocky Gas Co-op and Rocky Co-op. His dedication to his craft led him to author four books chronicling his career with Fish and Wildlife, leaving behind a lasting legacy.

Chuck will be deeply missed by his family, friends and community, but his memory will live on in the hearts of those he loved. His incredible life, filled with love, laughter and adventure, is a testament to the man he was.
May he rest peacefully, forever surrounded by the beauty of the outdoors he held so dear.

In keeping with his wishes, there will be no formal celebration of life. Instead, we invite you to take a moment to immerse yourself in nature and honour his memory in your own way, reflecting on the incredible life he lived and the love he shared.

Condolences may be forwarded to www.rockyfuneralhome.ca.

Rocky and Sylvan Lake Funeral Homes and Crematorium, your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, entrusted with the arrangements.