Charles W. Tripke

Tripke, Charles W.
Called home on Sunday, December 28, 2014 at the age of 69 years. Beloved husband of Kathleen (nee Dachs) for 38 years. Loving father of Tambre (Scott) Ruud, Tina (Lanny) Curtis and Tiarra (Nick) Dreckman. Proud grandpa of Blake, Brynn and Peighton. Dear brother of Melody York and Eugene Tripke. Life long friend of Kenny Psket. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Friends and family will gather at the funeral home on Friday, January 2, 2015 from 5-7 PM with a Memorial Service at 7 PM. Private interment So. WI Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

Chuck proudly served in the US Marines and was employed for over 25 years at Milwaukee Cylinder. Special thanks to the staff at Froedtert Hospital and the Clinical Cancer Center for their love and support. Sincere thanks to Dr. Smitha Menon, Katie-NP, the entire Courage Clinic team, Heather-NP, Abbey-RN(4NW), Emily-RN and Jon-RN(4SW). In lieu of flowers, Memorials would be appreciated.

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9200 S. 27th St. 414-761-2750
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