Lee Tripp Obituary
Lee L. Tripp, of Cleburne, Texas, passed away on February 16, 2026, after a short illness. He was born on April 5, 1981, in Farmington, Maine.
He grew up in Sabattus, Maine, with his parents, Colby and Darlene, his sister Ginger and brother Thomas. He later lived in upstate New York, Rutland, Vermont and finally in Cleburne, Texas.
Lee was a kind-hearted individual who was always ready to help others. He made a positive difference in many lives. He loved to make people laugh, enjoyed walking, biking and fresh-water fishing.
He is survived by his son Blake Tripp, his mother Darlene Messina (Anthony Messina), his sister Ginger Lucier (Robert Lucier, III), his brother Thomas Tripp, and many other family members and friends who will miss him dearly.
A private graveside service will be held in the spring at Elmwood Cemetery in Schaghticoke, New York.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1664 W Henderson St, Cleburne, TX 76033
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