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Kevin Criss Obituary

Kevin T. Criss, 70, of West Lafayette, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at IU Health Arnett Hospital. He was born September 15, 1954, in Frankfort, IN, to the late Elsworth and Mary (Davidson) Criss Jr. Kevin graduated from Wainwright High School with the class of 1972 and attended Vincennes University. He worked in the extrusion department for ALCOA from 1976 until retiring in 2012. He was a member of ALCOA Retirees Club. Kevin was a bicycle enthusiast and enjoyed hunting, playing basketball, collecting coins, and was a longtime fan of Purdue sports. One of his greatest joys was in giving of his resources to individuals and organizations. Surviving are three sisters, Andrea Criss and Sheryl Criss both of West Lafayette and Mereidy (Paul) Howard of West Point. Also surviving are nieces, Leah Criss, Kaylyn Howard and nephew, Luke Howard. Services will be held at a later date.

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Published by WLFI on Aug. 16, 2025.

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Daryl Killian

August 14, 2025

I remember playing basketball with Kevin in your back yard in Clarks Hill. I never won, I was too short. LOL My sincerest condolences to you and your families. Your old neighbor in Clarks Hill.

Alan Marconett

August 11, 2025

Worked with Kevin at Alcoa, played golf with him in golf league. Supper fun guy that I haven't seen in yrs.
RIP, God bless

Melody A Murphy

August 10, 2025

I always remember Kevin from church and school He was a great guy. Prayers for the family and friends.

Pat oconnor

August 10, 2025

Worked with him for 5 yrs.GREAT GUY! ONE OF THE STRONGEST GUYS AT THE PLANT.WHEN HE SWUNG A SLEDGE,IT FELT LIKE THE PLANT SHOOK.

David Martin

August 10, 2025

Chris was a great friend, he was so funny, remember going to Florida with him and playing basketball in our younger days, sorry I didn´t keep in touch with him in later days, so sorry to hear the news and my heart goes out to his family, I
Andrea was in my class

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