Sydney Shipp Causey, born on Sept. 11, 1933, in Chattanooga, passed away on Feb. 7 in Mount Pleasant, S.C.
Mrs. Causey was a remarkable woman whose life story is a testament to love, family, and resilience.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Murray Causey Jr., and her first husband, Philip George Shipp. She also mourned the loss of her son, Timothy Lawton Shipp; her sons, Christopher and Patrick, who died shortly after birth; her sibling, John L. Wright Jr.; her sister-in-law, Peggy Wright; and her nephew, Stephen Wright.
She is survived by her beloved family, including her children: Philip Andrew Shipp (Vickie), Charles Patrick Shipp (Wendy), Paul Martin Shipp (Ruth), and Jeannine Shipp Jones (Les).
Mrs. Causey cherished her role as a grandmother and is remembered fondly by her eight grandchildren: Jessica (William Mahaffey), Becky (Russell Spaulding), Emily, Kirsten, Timothy (Liz Barrow), Paul (Michelle), Allison, and Sydney AnnMarie. Additionally, she held a special place in her heart for her many great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Causey also is survived by her nephew, Jack Wright (Chantana) of San Antonio, Texas.
The bonds she formed with her family and friends were a cornerstone of her life, and her memory will continue to resonate within them. As we remember Sydney, we honor her journey through life—a journey filled with love, dedication, and family. Her spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved her.
A funeral Mass for Mrs. Causey was celebrated at St. John Neumann Church in Farragut on Feb. 15. A burial service followed at Anderson Memorial Gardens in Clinton.
Donations in Mrs. Causey’s memory may be made to the Christian Appalachian Project (CAP), Donation Processing Center, P.O. Box 758621, Topeka, KS 66675-8621 or online at www.christianapp.org.
