Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, ApriL 4, 2026 OBITUARY Kempton Nelson Shipman P assed away tragically on February 22, 2026. Kemp was born on August 28, 1942, in Lynn, MA, to Kempton Fifield Shipman and Dorothy Nelson Shipman. As a youth, he was a school crossing guard, paving the way for his years of dedicated public service to his communities. He graduated from Lynn English High School in 1960. He met Gail Ann Welby from South Boston and competed together as a roller-skating pair. They married in 1961 and enjoyed living in Saugus, MA, raising two children. Kemp began his career as a Welder and then became a Reserve Police Officer with the Saugus Police Department on November 20, 1966. He was sworn in as a Saugus Police Officer on August 1, 1967, and was permanently sworn in on October 1, 1972. During his career, he obtained his bachelor’s degree, and he held the titles of Officer, Detective, and Sergeant, respectively. He married Claire Fournier in February 1980. They spent 31 years happily married, travelled, and enjoyed their children and grandchildren. Kemp retired from the Saugus Police Department on September 1, 1992, and relocated to Clearwater, Florida, where he continued his public service, working as a Crime Scene Investigator and then as a Court Officer for Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office. The couple then moved to Nokomis, FL, where they enjoyed their time at the beach. Kemp continued his stellar career as a police officer with Sarasota Airport Authority. After the passing of his Wife Claire, Kemp was fortunate enough to find love a third time with Linda DeLuties. Kemp and Linda had a past friendship from working together at Hilltop Steak House in Saugus, MA. They shared their time between Lynn, MA, Nokomis, and Greenacres, FL, along with vacations to many places as well as to their favorite Island of Aruba. Kemp and Linda had the good fortune of spending 12 loving years together, enjoying life, spending time making memories with both families, socializing at the pool, dinners, and dances with their friends at Pine Ridge Condo Community, as well as being blessed with countless other friendships. Kemp continued his public service working for Nahant Beach - DCR (his co-workers fondly referred to Kemp as “King of Lynn Shore Drive.” He alChief Operating Officer, Potencia Inc., Malden, MA (Hybrid): Oversee organizational operations, compliance & strategic plan. REQ: MS (or foreign equiv.) in Bus. Admin., Innovation & Mgmnt, Mgmnt Analytics, or closely rel. field. Please note this is a hybrid position req. 5% dom travel. $86,320 - $91,320 Review full job descr. & reqs. & apply at www.potenciainc.org/careers under “Chief Operating Officer” Carrijo Home Improvement, Inc. General Contractor * Interior & Exterior Carpentry * Kitchen & Bath * Roofs * Painting * Decks * Siding * Licensed & Insured * Free Estimates Carrijohomeimprovement.com Call 781-710-8918 * Saugus, MA ways loved staying active. Tragically, Kemp and Linda were taken from us days apart from the same accident. A lifetime member of The Elks and long-time member of the Moose, Kemp also donated to many charities supporting police, fire, and youth groups. He was predeceased by his wife, Gail A. Shipman Condon, his wife, Claire M. Shipman, and by his long-time partner, Linda Deluties. He is survived by his daughter, Karen Ensley, and her significant other, Alan of Fletcher, NC; his son, Kempton F. Shipman; and his wife, Lorraine (Landry) of Port Charlotte, FL. The proud grandfather of Kempton F., Travis, Codey Shipman, and Maverick Ensley. He adored his great-grandchildren, Kempton W., Harlan, and Lainey Shipman. His extended family includes Fred Reynolds, Claire Nihan, Gary & Patricia Reynolds, Danielle Paglia, Michelle Crawford, Christopher Nihan, Gabriel Reynolds, Tara Schoen, and Ryan Bounadonna. Close friends Rick & Dottie Prescott, Freddy Long & Marge Vincent. And many, many friends all over the globe. Kemp’s favorite place to be is at the beach to walk, sit, read, and enjoy the company of friends and family. He loved listening to “The Oldies” music. He was a great mentor, well respected in his career and as a gentleman, full of integrity, honor, dependability, and loyalty. Legacy, Tradition, and Brotherhood; he stood for it all. End of Watch - EOW, your work is done, may you Rest in Peace. You will be forever loved and missed. There will be a funeral procession starting at Blessed Sacrament Church parking lot, 16 Summer Street, Saugus, MA. Saturday, April 11th, arrive between 10:15-10:30. Procession begins at 10:45, traveling to Riverside Cemetery for a Graveside service,164 Winter Street, Saugus, MA 01906, at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations are being accepted for the Kempton N. Shipman Saugus Police Memorial Fund. Kemp took pride in maintaining this memorial to share respect and honor his fellow officers. Funds will be used to maintain the Saugus Police Memorial located at Riverside Cemetery. Funds can be donated through - GoFundMe – Kempton Shipman Saugus Police Memorial. Savvy Senior by Jim Miller Top Senior Scams and How to Avoid Them Dear Savvy Senior, My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now? --Almost 80 Dear Almost, Your kids’ concerns are well founded. Financial fraud is a massive – and rapidly growing – problem for older Americans. In 2024 alone, scams cost older adults an estimated $81.5 billion, according to the Federal Trade Commission. That staggering figure includes both reported losses and the many crimes that likely go unreported. While many scams today target people of all ages, older adults are often singled out or suffer the greatest financial harm. From urgent phone calls and alarming emails to online romance schemes and bogus investment opportunities, scammers use high-pressure tactics, fear and emotional manipulation to convince seniors to hand over money or sensitive personal information. Knowing the most common scams is the first line of defense. Here’s a list of scams seniors should watch for: Imposter and government scams: Fraudsters pretend to be from Social Security, Medicare, the IRS, the police, banks, or utility companies. They claim there’s a problem requiring immediate payment or personal information and may threaten arrest or loss of benefits. Tech support scams: Calls, emails, or pop-ups warn your computer has a virus. The scammer offers to “fix” it but instead steals money, personal data, or access to your device. Grandparent or family emergency scams: Callers pose as a relative—often a grandchild— in distress and urgently request money. Some even use AI to mimic a loved one’s voice. Investment and cryptocurrency scams: Offers for “too good to be true” investments, including crypto or high-yield retirement schemes, often promise big returns but lead to large financial losses. Romance scams: Scammers build fake online relationships on social media, dating sites and other interactive platforms, then invent emergencies or investment opportunities to get money. Seniors have lost millions to these schemes. Medicare scams: Calls or texts claim to be from Medicare, asking you to verify your number, offering special plans, or warning of fraud. Medicare will not contact you this way. Sweepstakes and lottery scams: You’re told you’ve won a prize but must pay fees or taxes first. Real lotteries never require payment. Charity scams: Scammers call or email, asking for donations to fake charities, often after disasters. Always verify before giving. Phishing and online fraud: Emails, texts, and pop-ups that look like they’re from banks, Amazon, or PayPal try to steal passwords, account numbers, or trick you into clicking harmful links. Employment scams: Seniors seeking part-time work or ways to supplement their retirement should watch out for fake job offers on LinkedIn, Indeed and other online job sites. Scammers may promise easy income or workfrom-home opportunities but ask for upfront fees, personal information, or involve illegal tasks like package reshipping. Always verify employers and never pay to apply. How to Protect Yourself Awareness and caution are your best defenses. Slow down when a call, email or text pressures you to act immediately. That sense of urgency is a red flag. Hang up, don’t click suspicious links, and verify any request by calling the organization directly using a number you look up yourself, or by checking with a trusted family member. Never send money using gift cards, wire transfers or cryptocurrency. Legitimate organizations will not ask for payment this way. Stay informed through trusted resources like the AARP Fraud Watch Network (aarp.org/ fraudwatchnetwork), the National Cybersecurity Center (nationalcybersecuritycenter.org) and the Federal Trade Commission (consumer.ftc.gov). Protect your accounts by setting up bank alerts, regularly checking your credit reports, and using strong, unique passwords. Some seniors also find it helpful to have a trusted family member or financial ally review unusual account activity. Report suspicious calls, messages or offers at reportfraud.ftc.gov. Being informed, cautious, and deliberate can greatly reduce your risk of fraud – giving you and your family peace of mind. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070.
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