Dennis Lee Cripps, age 68, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024. He was born on November 7, 1955, the son of Leo and Rhoda Cripps. Dennis worked as a tool and die maker until his retirement. He enjoyed motorcycles, hunting, bird watching, and exploring the country. Dennis also loved writing, playing card games, and Words with Friends. He had a passion for trivia and enjoyed watching TV comedies and mysteries, especially Seinfeld and The Twilight Zone.
Dennis is survived by his fiancée, Fay Bellinger; his children: Matt (Kelly) Cripps, Travis (Karyn) Cripps, and Benjamin (Nicole) Cripps; his grandchildren: Kaydenn Cripps, Dominic Brown, Justin Cripps, Brandon Cripps, Logan Cripps, Denny Ross, Courtney Stockdale, Dori Ross, Dakota Cripps, and Levi Cripps; the mother of his children: Sandra Beemer Haney; and his siblings: Val Cripps, Marv (Kathy) Cripps, and Becky Cripps.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Rhoda.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Gladwin. Visitation will be held Friday, July 19, 2024 from 5:00-8:00 P.M. at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Gladwin. Memorial Contributions can be made to Hospice Compassus, West Branch or to the family. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home. www.hallkokotovichfuneralhome.com
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