

Marc grew up in Seattle attending Lincoln High School. He owned a milk delivery business for many years. After selling that business, he moved into home construction, working in many locations throughout the Northwest. Upon retiring, he enjoyed gardening and sharing his bounty with friends and family, along with reading and watching old movies. He enjoyed playing and winning at the local casinos. He had a passion for fishing and shrimping with family and friends; enjoying many trips to Alaska, Canada and throughout the Northwest. He enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 56 years, Eileen D. Tripple, his eldest daughter, Marcia G. Smith, and his parents, Alex and Eunice Tripple.
Grandchildren: Kris (Tina), Eric (Lisa), Wesley (Sara), Michelle (Kyle), Kyle (Jenna), Robert (Teddi), Emily, Allison, Zachary (Bre), Connor (Katie), Hunter (Hannah), Justin.
Great-Grandchildren: Jocelyn, Lilly, Flynn, Hannah, Grady, Cliff, Nash, Baker and Colt.
Sister, Mary Ellen Perry and Niece, Jennifer (Charles) Chen and their children, Jasmine and Preston.
Marc passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family.
Arrangements with Purdy & Walters at Floral Hills, Lynnwood, Washington, 98037.
Private Inurnment, Friday, March 6th, 2026.
Celebration of Life with family and friends will be held Saturday, March 7th, 2026, at 1:00pm:
Blue Boy West Golf and Event Center
27927 Florence Acres Road
Monroe, Washington 98272
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