

Charles “Chuck” Robert Tripp, 68, of Apex, died Wednesday, April 09, 2014 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Syracuse, NY on August 11, 1945 to Charles Arthur Tripp and Eleanor Hausaman Tripp. Chuck honorably served his country as a member of the US Navy. He was retired from IBM after 35 years of service. Chuck enjoyed his retirement. He was an extreme Corvette fan and dedicated fan of the Syracuse Orangemen. Chuck was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
Chuck is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 47 years, Judy Tripp; son: Buddy Tripp and wife, Christal of Apex; daughter: Kim Boyd and husband, Jeff of Clayton; sister: Diana Wehr of Wyoming; grandchildren: Lauren Boyd, Joshua Boyd, Reese Tripp and Hadley Tripp; and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 pm Saturday, April 12, 2014 at Apex Funeral Home, 550 W. Williams St. Apex. A celebration of Life will begin in the Chapel of Apex Funeral Home 7:30 PM Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Prostate Cancer Foundation, www.PCF.org.
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