TAUNTON – Thomas A. Tripp, 65, of Taunton, died Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at home with his family by his side. He passed away after a brief but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was the loving husband of Jacqueline R. (Jason) Tripp.
Born in Middleboro, he was the son of Arnold D. and Patricia H. (Furlan) Tripp of Westport. Mr. Tripp was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the U.S. Army. Prior to his retirement, he worked as a computer service technician for various companies in the Greater Boston area. He was a member of the Borden Colony Radio Control Club in Raynham where he enjoyed flying his planes with his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed camping, but most of all he loved spending time with his family.
In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by 3 sons: Thomas A. Tripp, Jr. of Dartmouth, Christopher D. Tripp of Raynham and Aaron D. Tripp of Taunton; 1 daughter: Elizabeth A. Tripp of Taunton; 3 brothers: Daniel D. Tripp, Andrew F. Tripp and Steven H. Tripp all of Westport; 1 sister: Rebecca M. Tripp of Westport; 10 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours to which relatives and friends are invited to attend will be Monday 5-8 P.M. at the Potter Funeral Home.
Funeral Service will be private.
Private Interment will be in Linden Grove Cemetery, Westport.
Flowers are acceptable or donations may be made to Hospice Services of Massachusetts, 577 Main St., Wareham, MA 02571.