John Wayne Shipe, 71, of Broadway, died December 17, 2023 at Life Care Center in New Market.

He was born October 11, 1952 in Harrisonburg and was a son to the late C. Brown and Norma H. Mathias Shipe.

John worked as a farmhand for Spitzer's Farm.  He was a member of Linville Creek Church of the Brethren in Broadway.  He was a member of the Young Farmers Association and enjoyed riding his motorcycle and attending NASCAR races.

Surviving are two sisters; Lana Shipe Allison, of Timberville, Anita Shipe Caldwell, of Timberville and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two brothers; Gary and Durwood Shipe.

Pastor Nathan Hollenberg will conduct a graveside service 10 AM Wednesday at Linville Creek Church of the Brethren Cemetery in Broadway.  A memorial service will follow at Linville Creek Church of the Brethren at 11 AM.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 5-7 PM at the Grandle Funeral Home in Broadway.  Friends may visit the funeral home beginning Tuesday at 9 AM.

Memorial contributions may be made to Linville Creek Church of the Brethren, 409 Brethren Road, Broadway, VA 22815 or New Market Fire and Rescue, 9771 S. Congress St., New Market, VA 22844.