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Lafayette - Charles "Chuck" William Vanderipe, 75, died Thursday, May 16, 2019 at IU Health Arnett Hospital after a long fight with kidney failure, pulmonary fibrosis, and congestive heart failure.
He was born January 3, 1944 in Lafayette to the late Willys Max and Mabel Rose (Bohlinger) Vanderipe. He graduated in 1962 from Central Catholic High School. He married Catherine E. Jones in Lafayette on September 5, 1986. He worked at Fairfield Manufacturing as a machinist for ten years prior to starting his own business, OCM Woodcraft, retiring in 2011. As a Master Craftsman Chuck was always tinkering with tools and gadgets.
Chuck was a huge fan of all sports , especially Indiana high school and Purdue basketball. He loved watching his grandson play basketball for McCutcheon and he never missed a game. He also enjoyed cooking, bowling, golfing, and he was an excellent pool player. As an animal lover, Chuck has always had a pet dog. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus.
He is survived by his wife, Cathy; 4 children, Jamie Vanderipe, Barbara (Ed) Brettnacher, Ann Vanderipe, and Scott (Kelli) Angstadt; 6 grandchildren, Sayde (Jake) Uerkwitz, Carrisa (George) Duffey, Sydney Rayburn, Shaun Cochran, Emma Colt, and Isaac Angstadt; 1 great-grandson, Connor Uerkwitz; and a brother, Robert (Nancy) Vanderipe.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Norma Jean "Jeannie" Robinson and Sandra "Sandy" Jones; step-daughter, Amanda Angstadt, and great-grandson, Hunter Uerkwitz.
Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm, Sunday, May 19, 2019 at Soller-Baker Funeral Home, Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Blvd, Lafayette.
Funeral Service will be at 2:00 pm, Monday, May 20, 2018 at Soller-Baker Funeral Home with Rev. Josef Lee officiating.
Interment will follow at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens, 1718 W. 350 North, West Lafayette.
Memorial contributions may be given to McCutcheon High School MAV Booster Club in support of the Athletic Department in memory of Chuck Vanderipe, grandfather of Isaac Angstadt.
The family would like to send their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Sutton and his staff and to Dr. Duvall for the excellent care that Chuck and the family were given.
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Joe Melvin
May 18, 2019
Jamie,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Praying for peace and comfort for you and family during this difficult time.
Charline Brinkley
May 18, 2019
Jamie please know we are hear for you. Please take care of youself and your daughter. This will be hard for her. Im not one to give advise but don't get sick the way I did. Ill be thinking of you and your family Sunday. I wish I could be there for you the way you were with me.
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Tom McMahon
May 18, 2019
With my deepest sympathies
Amber Cassman
May 18, 2019
Cathy,
Sorry for ur loss
My thoughts are with you during this time
Love,Amber
Susie Betulius
May 18, 2019
Jamie- sending lots of hugs and keeping you and your family in my prayers! Love you❤
Marcia Sackett
May 18, 2019
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Sorry we cant be there for you but happy you were able to join us when Kelly and I were there last week. He is at peace now and no more suffering. Take care of yourself Now and stay strong.
Love. Marcia Sackett.
Sheri Dieterle
May 18, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Cindy Shideler
May 17, 2019
Cathy sorry for your loss. Will be thinking of you. Prayes for your family
John & Alicia Jones
May 17, 2019
Chuck we will miss that smile of your. May you rest gently in Gods arms. Cathy: As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Cathy we send our deepest sympathy. Love John and Alicia.
Cathy Brooks
May 17, 2019
So sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. Prayers to you and your family
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