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Kristopher Tripp Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 23, 2011.

KRISTOPHER ALEXANDER
TRIPP, 30

LAKELAND - Mr.
Kristopher Alexander Tripp 30, of Lakeland, Florida, left this life on May 19, 2011.
He was born and raised in Plant City, a 1998 graduate of Plant City High School, a graduate of Hillsborough Community College, and a 7-year member of the Florida Highway Patrol.
He is survived by his wife Erica Tripp; parents Wayne and Eva Tripp of Plant City; in-laws Ronnie and Cheryl Weeks of Plant City; grandfather Irvin E. Rupp; and many aunts, uncles, family and friends.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 24 from 6-8:00 P.M. at Hopewell Funeral Home, 6005 CR 39 S, Plant City. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, May 25 at 11:00 A.M. at Plant City's First Baptist Church, 503 N. Palmer Street, Plant City. Interment to follow at Hopewell Memorial Gardens, Plant City. Expressions of condolence at www.hopewellfuneral.com .

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June 6, 2011

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May 31, 2011

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A Rogers

June 6, 2011

I've never met Kris, but being in the same organization, I can feel his loss. I am saddened by the loss of a great trooper, and so tragically - so young.
Sgt. Alicia Rogers - FHP Brooksville

Carl & Pam Bishop

May 31, 2011

Eva, Wayne and Family, We are so sorry for your loss, I know he was much loved. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless and guide you all in this time of sorrow.

May 25, 2011

Mrs. Eva and family, my heart goes out to each of you. My thougths and prayers are with you. Christi Carter, Fortune Business Solutions

Carolyn Smith

May 25, 2011

Eva,Wayne and family.
My hearts aches for you but rejoices for Kristopher. He will be waiting for you in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

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Yvette, Kevin & Chantz McEver

May 24, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Greg Robinson

May 24, 2011

You and your family are in my thoughts, Eva. Much love.

Maritza Maya

May 24, 2011

My deepest condolences to the family. Trooper Tripp will be greatly missed by all of us whom he touched. He was an outstanding man.

Cathy Farquhar

May 24, 2011

I am so very sorry for your loss. May God guide you in this time of sorrow.

May 23, 2011

Im very sorry for your loss. Your neighbor Michelle

Lester & Rena Davis

May 23, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Walter Futch

May 23, 2011

I knew Kris back in middle school and high school, it was never a dull day with Kris around. It was a great privilege and honor to know him. I would like to express my sympathy to his wife, his family and to his FHP Family.

Chris Costine

May 23, 2011

Kris, you were a good friend. You will be greatly missed.

Teressa Hill

May 23, 2011

Kris, May Gods loving arms wrap around you on your journey to heaven. I will miss seeing you and your sharing your life with us. Trooper Teressa Hill

May 23, 2011

The Division of Motor Vehicles, Region VI, would like to express our sympathy to Trooper Tripp’s wife, family and our Florida Highway Patrol Family. Trooper Tripp assisted us with Rebuilt vehicle matters and in other areas over the last two years. During that time he became a true friend and asset to the DMV Region VI family. He will truly be missed.

DMV Region VI personnel

Nancy and Bob Scheltes Jr.

May 23, 2011

We were very sorry to hear about Chris. Choose a bright star at night and know he will be watching after you. Always remember the good times. You are all in our prayers.

Nancy and Bob Scheltes Jr. Lakeland,Florida

May 23, 2011

Eva, I remember when you first found out you were pregnant with him. The times we all were together at Little League in the concession stand and board room and the Smurfs. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sandy Gmytruk Whitney

Jim & Sally Ruppert

May 23, 2011

Our lives will be saddened with the loss of Chris. Our love and prayer go to Erica and her family.

Don Lamborn

May 23, 2011

A very good Trooper! Always cheerful and helpful. He would stop by our office {DMV} and support our efforts. He will be greatly missed.

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