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Christopher Tripp Obituary

CHRISTOPHER EDWARDS TRIPP Christopher Edwards Tripp, 54 passed away June 4, 2015 at Cape Fear Memorial Hospital in Wilmington, NC. He was the son of Christine S. Tripp and the late Thomas Stuart Tripp formerly of Ayden, NC. He received his education in Pitt County schools and attended Hargrave Military Academy in Chatham, VA, East Carolina University in Greenville, NC and Cape Fear School of Marine Technology in Wilmington, NC. He was self-employed for several years and enjoyed life as a commercial fisherman with his dog Rusty as his first mate. Surviving to cherish his memory is his mother, Christine S. Tripp, sister Kaye Tripp Dowless and husband Danny of Carolina Beach, a special neice, Samantha Tripp Dowless and a host of friends. "Chris" will be remembered as someone who was loving, caring, and enjoyed helping people. He was an avid lover of pets and supporter of the Humane Society. He was a son who brought us love, joy, made us laugh and gave us a lasting gift of a beautiful life and will bless our memory. A Celebration of Life gathering wil be held at Surfside on the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach Sunday, June 14, 2015 at 1:30pm. At a later date a memorial service will be held at Ayden Christian Church in Ayden, NC, date to be announced. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Humane Society in Chris's honor. Condolences to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com

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Published by Wilmington Star-News from Jun. 6 to Jun. 9, 2015.

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Bill Neely

May 31, 2025

I miss you my friend.

Sallie Dancy

June 2, 2020

Miss ya like crazy!

1992 Concert Greene County NC

June 28, 2015

Mike Arnold

June 27, 2015

May you rest in peace my good friend . You lived life being kind to all, may you reap your rewards with our all mighty. See ya on the other side.

Joyce Lewis

June 24, 2015

RIP friend. So many AG memories. Hope to see you again someday.

Dotty Lamb and Bart Broadstreet

June 17, 2015

We will always remember Chris and Rusty for his love for life and his kindness to all of God's creatures. He lived life on his own terms. Chris was a kind and gentle soul and we take comfort knowing that he is with his loved ones with Rusty at his side. Mrs. Tripp and Kaye--you will remain in our prayers.

Charleyne Collins

June 15, 2015

We will see you again big boy lots of memories at the beach!

juanita sullivan

June 15, 2015

Oh my what of great turn out yesterday. That showed him how many friends and love ones he had. Know he was looking and smiling on everyone. So when you miss him just look up smile and let him know.

ALLEN HILL

June 14, 2015

I WAS SAD TO HEAR ABOUT CHRIS,WE HAD A LOT OF GOOD TIMES IN THE PAST,I WILL NEVER FORGET. I AM SO SORRY FOR THE FAMILIES LOSS.

Kenneth Branch

June 13, 2015

Memorial Day Fishing Trip 2015

Kenneth Branch

June 13, 2015

Kenneth Branch

June 13, 2015

I am very sad to lose my friend Chris. We had a lot of great times over the years. I was so glad to reconnect with Chris the last 10 years or so. We spoke on more days than not and I really miss laughing and joking with Chris.

Tammy R. Smith

June 12, 2015

So many good memories of our younger days! Never forget you! David and Tammy Smith

donald cox

June 12, 2015

rest in peace Chris tripp

Deborah Sudor-Law

June 11, 2015

Christine and Kaye I was sad to hear about Chris. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kim Mullis

June 10, 2015

Danny, Kaye, Samantha: My heart is with you even though i'm not there. Chris was my dancing bear, your are all with me all the time in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all.

Patricia Carter Stokes

June 10, 2015

Always smiling, always kind. You will be missed Chris, but never forgotten.

Sallie D.

June 10, 2015

LIFE, LOVE & LAUGHTER! Rest in Peace Chris
Love & Hugs to the Family!

Shirley/Bum Dennis

June 9, 2015

Kaye and Christine, Bum and I are so sorry that you have lost your brother/son. We sure did like him and will miss him so much! We always liked for him to come into the restaurant. He always had a huge smile on his face when he saw us.

Allan Wilson

June 9, 2015

Sorry to hear about the loss of Chris. Prayers go out to the family.

June 9, 2015

RIP my friend !

David Shambley

June 9, 2015

RIP. Chris you were always a good friend. I really enjoyed meeting you at the boardwalk and hanging out. You had a very kind spirit. Gone but never forgotten.

Michael Mabe

June 9, 2015

Sorry to hear Chris has passed prayers to the family and friends I haven't seen Chris since we were kids in Ayden I remember him as out going and always smiling played a lot of ball with him RIP my friend and God Bless the family.

Rick Haywood

June 9, 2015

Prayers for Kay and the rest of the family. May you rest in peace Chris.

Robin Whit Ralph and Doris Whitley

June 9, 2015

Prayers to the family. Chris will be greatly missed by so many.

Jane Butler-Martinez

June 9, 2015

God bless family and friends. My sympathy to all.

June 9, 2015

There will only be one Chris Tripp and we will all miss your dynamic personality. You & Rusty are now free to be. You will always be missed and loved by all your many friends. Love you.

Becky Hicks

June 9, 2015

Heart felt prayers and condolences to all who knew Chris, his loss created a void in me and I'm sure others that can never be filled. Your smile is something I'll look forward to in Heaven.RIP Chris.

Roberta Mitchell-Fogg

June 9, 2015

I'm so sorry to learn of Chris' passing. We had great times in Ayden in our youth. Always crazy and funny. May the family find comfort and strength in the healing arms of God. You have your own private angel now, well you had him all along. Blessings and Love.

Donna Invernizzi

June 9, 2015

Chris you will be greatly missed. There are no words. Go soar with the angels good friend. You are free at last. God Bless you. We will see you on the other side dear friend.

Tammy Jordan

June 9, 2015

Chris will be missed by all. .. my condolences go out to the family.

Robert and Angela Stalnaker

June 9, 2015

So sorry for the loss of a good friend. May God comfort and bless his family and friends in this time of sorrow.

June 9, 2015

I am so sorry for the loss of Chris, may you always have the good memories of his spirit with you always..My thoughts and prayers are with the family...Love Vicky & Jamal

juanita sullivan

June 9, 2015

To the family our prayers are with you. Chris had alot of friends and will be miss but you have a angle who will be watching you all. Love juanita, nicole, and haylea sullivan

CC Collins

June 9, 2015

You followed the light as always your love and kindness will be cherished as long as we live amen! Charleyne and mike Benbow

Vick Radford

June 8, 2015

RIP,You were a great friend to so many people.

rich mcauley

June 8, 2015

sorry to hear of your pasting god bless you and family

Teresa and Jeff Jones

June 8, 2015

we have very fond memories of Chris and his dog Rusty during the good old volleyball days, what a great guy. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.

Courtney W. Barrett

June 8, 2015

Dearest Chris,
I'm truly grateful to have known you! You will alway's be remembered with fond memories. RIP sweet Chris!
Courtney Walters Barrett

Cindy Dunn

June 8, 2015

Kay, Danny and Family, we were truly saddened to learn of Chris's passing and are holding you all close to our hearts during this sad time. I think of his days as a young boy here in Ayden as we have known your family for many years. Chris was a great person, had a good soul and lived life as if there was no tomorrow. He will be truly missed by his family and his life-long friends not only in Carolina Beach/Wilmington, but in Ayden as well.

sonya heustess

June 8, 2015

Rest in peace

Brenda Davis

June 8, 2015

Chris you will truly be missed by all that loved you. RIP dear friend.
Brenda Murphy Davis
Sherri Jones
Billie Jo Gregory

wendy knapp

June 8, 2015

Our thought and prayers go out to the family and friends.Chris was a great person and will be missed. RIP
Earl and Kathy Jarvis

Suanne Hudson

June 8, 2015

I have had many good times with Chris, he will be truly missed, my prayers are with you.

Donna Arnold

June 7, 2015

So many wonderful memories from our school days years ago. May you rest in peace, dear friend. Hugs and prayers to Kay and family.

Kirsten Tyson

June 7, 2015

Chris and I shared so many good memories from our days in Ayden. No doubt he is sharing them with all the angels. You will be missed my good friend and always remembered fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with Kaye and her family.

Bobby and Diane Ferguson

June 7, 2015

Chris.. what a man you were! You were the best! You will be missed by many but not forgotten. May your sprit live on. Your friends Diane and Bobby Ferguson - Bonnie Scotland.

Carole Strickland

June 7, 2015

So saddened by this. You were a good friend. I always enjoyed your birthday parties and bonfires. We will miss you, Chris, and we will cherish the memories always. R.I.P. my friend.

Phil Edwards

June 7, 2015

Enjoyed our fishing years. Rest in peace Brother

Bobby Stokes

June 6, 2015

Memories of our adventures will forever be in my heart, save me a spot on the port stern brother.

Bill Neely

June 6, 2015

You were my good friend Chris. You always had time to talk or to listen. You had a kind heart and helped your friends when needed. It was my good fortune to be one of your many friends. I shall miss you my friend, May God Bless you, and may you rest in peace.

Denise Cannon

June 6, 2015

It broke my heart to hear about Chris's passing. I have so many fun and wonderful memories with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. I loved Chris and will miss him very much. I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Sherry and Carlton Hunt

June 6, 2015

Kay, Danny, Samantha and all of your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kaen McCullough

June 6, 2015

I am deeply saddened by the news of Chris's passing. My heart felt condolences to the family. I have so many wonderful memories of Chris.

Tammy Hanson

June 6, 2015

We will always remember the happy times we shared. Chris was a good friends with a truly good heart.

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