James Lee Cripe Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Lee Cripe (Temple, Texas), born in Lafayette, Indiana, whose life came to an end on February 27, 2025 at the age of 81, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Lee Cripe to show support.
As James Lee departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though James Lee may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy James Lee leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his wife Lillian "Cissy" Cripe; his parents, Elwood Cripe and Effie Cripe; and his brother Larry Cripe. He is survived by: his children, Kelli Cripe Nelson, Debbie Cripe-Drake (Stan), Allan Cripe (Molly) and Daniel Cripe (Rachel).
Visitation was held on Thursday, March 6th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A funeral service was held on Friday, March 7th 2025 at 10:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers memorials to the Alzheimer's Association (http://www.alz.org.) would be appreciated.
