Arthur Triplett

ARTHUR TRIPPLETT, 59 ROCKFORD - Arthur Tripplett, 59, of Rockford, IL., departed his earthly life, Wednesday, November 20, 2013. Arthur was born December 11, 1953, in Freeport, IL., to the late L.A. and Lillian Tripplett. At an early age Art confessed his faith in Christ. He attended Aquin Catholic High School where he was known for his skills in football, he graduated in 1971. He worked more than thirty years for Kelly Springfield until his health no longer permitted. Art was a big Green Bay packer fan and he enjoyed bowling and fishing. He married Barbara Watts and became the dad to Michelle, Martini, Letitia and Brandon. He leaves to mourn his passing and cherish his memories; wife, Barbara Tripplett of Rockford; six daughters, Andrea (Robert) Lewis and Tiffany Tripplett both of Rockford, IL., Nashica Smith of Atlanta, GA., Michelle Barbary, Martini Watts both of Rockford, Letitia Watts of Memphis, TN.; one son, Brandon Watts of Rockford; one brother, George Tripplett of Belvidere; five sisters, Rose Ann (Gilbert) Kennedy of Freeport, Minnie (Marvin) Coffee of Rockford, Darlene (Robert) Moore of Meridian MS., Annette Chuna and Lynette (Harvey) Simmons both of Rockford; twenty-two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; special family, Jack and Rosemary Harnish and their son, Dan; special friends, John Mayer, Roger Siegworth, Paul Clark, Riley Harris, Renardo Weathersby and Ronnie Smith, and host of nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, L.A. and Lillian Tripplett; grandparents, Swiney and Verilla Stansberry; two brothers, Preston and Bobby Tripplett; and one sister, Marlene Tripplett. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, November 30, at Faith Temple Church of God in Christ. The Rev. Lynn Hawkins will officiate. Visitation will be form 9 a.m. until the time of service at the Church. Burial will be on City Cemetery. Please sign the guestbook at www.burketubbs.com.