Name: Visitation for Stephen Bruce Tripp
Start: 2021-06-27T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-06-27T16:00:00.000Z
Location: B. C. Bailey Funeral Home

Stephen Bruce Tripp (K1iig) of Wallingford passed on June 22, 2021 after a 9-month battle with glioblastoma brain cancer. He was born in Hartford on Jan. 12, 1944 to Rollin and Catherine (Patterson) Tripp. He grew up in Hartford, Bloomfield and Jewett City. He was proud of his British roots and of being Griswold High Class of '62 Best Dancer. A self-proclaimed geek, he studied electronics at Hartford State Technical College.
Steve's passion was Ham Radio. He proudly earned his Amateur Radio Operator's License at age 14. His expertise landed him a life-long job at SNET (now AT&T) where he claimed bragging rights to ""making the first cell phone call in CT.""
Steve leaves behind his wife, Marsha (Badenhop-Tinella) Tripp; grandsons, Devon and Dylan Tripp of Jewett City; sisters Claudia (Bob) Stratton of Murietta, Calif. and Kathy Schweickert of Venice, Fla.; two nephews and loving caregiver, Deb Negralle. In addition, he leaves step-daughters, Gina Carlson and Angie Tinella, 4 step-grandchildren and 2 step great-grandchildren.
Steve always said his friends were family. Family from across the country that he leaves include classmates from high school and college; coworkers from SNET; Ham Radio Buddies (ARRL) where his call sign K1iiG was known around the world; lodge members from Wallingford Elks #1365 and members of the VFW Post #591.
One of Steve's favorite sayings was ""Readers are Leaders and Writers are Brighter."" In that spirit, donations may be made to Literacy Volunteers, 5 Science Park #1, New Haven, CT 06511 or to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405 who treated Steve like a family member.
Steve's family will receive visitors on Sunday, June 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. at B.C. Bailey Funeral Home, 273 S. Elm St., Wallingford. A celebration of life will follow at 4 p.m. Interment at Center Street Cemetery in Wallingford will be at the convenience of the family.
88's and 73's to an unforgettable Silent Key.
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Published by The Bristol Press on Jun. 25, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Tripp

Sponsored by B.C. Bailey Funeral Home - Wallingford.

6 Entries

Adam J Burakouski

June 27, 2021

Hi Marsha, My condolences go out to you and your family for the passing of Steve. I worked with Steve for many years and knew Steve from our Hartford 55 Trumbull St. days. Steve was very intelligent and knew his job very well and Steve taught me a lot helping me to be very good at what I did as a Cell Tech. I have many good memories on and off the job with Steve. I am sorry that I couldn't make it for Steve's services today my daughter had a college graduation family party for her son Benjamin my grandson this afternoon. I am sure Steve is at peace in a better place. God Bless Steve and his family. Adam Burakouski.

Peg Connelly Guarneri

June 26, 2021

I am thinking of you during this sad time in your life. Having just lost my brother, I know the pain and sorrow you must be feeling. Remember the happy times you shared. I am sorry for your loss.

Allan MacDonald - KC1CK

June 25, 2021

I met Steve "on the air" (ham radio) in the late 80's and in a short period of time we often were engaged in some interesting technical and sometimes lengthy conversations. From my "ham radio" in my automobile I'd often chat with Steve while I was commuting between Windsor Locks and Wallingford. Steve's circle of friends on the radio were all technically sharp in radio and electronics, which made for some great round table conversations. In the 90's I got involved in doing some diagnostic software work on behalf of Steve with SNET Cellular, which was both exciting and fun. On the personal side Steve was always upbeat and could get you laughing easily; even more fun over a couple beers. I'll miss Steve and our always interesting conversations, his quick witted humor, and his ability to understand others. My condolences to Steve's family and loved ones. Goodbye buddy, 73's Allan

Aaron Vertucci

June 25, 2021

I offer you all my love and blessings sorry for your loss. He was a great man and a great friend

Craig and Charlotte Tuttle

June 25, 2021

Our deepest sympathy to you, Marsha, and to Steve's extended family. We'll never forget your beautiful wedding at the Castle and how you and Steve lit up the dance floor. May you find comfort in your memories.

Bailey Funeral Home

June 25, 2021

Our heartfelt sympathies in this, your time of grief.

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