Joseph F. Tripp, 60, of West Haven entered into rest on November 11, 2018 surrounded by his loving family and friend Ceren Laydon. Joe is survived by his brother Calvin (Elizabeth) Tripp, sister Carolyn Tripp , brother John (Dana) Tripp, nephews Donald Whitney, Christopher Tripp and Brian Tripp Sr., 6 grand nieces and nephews and many friends including Ceren Laydon. He was predeceased by his parents Calvin and Rita LeClerc Tripp and his beloved dog Ruby. Joe enjoyed spending time with his many friends at the beach in West Haven and with his dog Ruby.
The hours for visitation will take place on FRIDAY from 5 to 7 pm at the West Haven Funeral Home at the green. On Saturday morning the procession will leave the funeral home at 8:30. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Victory Church at 9 o’clock. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bernie Mac Foundation, 150 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 2800, Chicago, Illinois 60601 or to the East Haven Animal Shelter, 189 Commerce Street, East Haven, CT. 06512.