James Ellsworth Tupen Jr. Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Ellsworth Tupen Jr. of Gridley, California, whose life came to an end on February 26, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Ellsworth Tupen Jr. to show support.
As we bid James Ellsworth farewell, let us not mourn the absence of his physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of his spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For James Ellsworth is not truly gone, but merely transformed, his energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Tupen and Reva Tupen. He is survived by: his children, Doug Tupen (Kristin) of Rigby Idaho, JT Tupen of Chico and Wendy Maral of Gridley. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
A funeral service was held on Monday, March 9th 2026 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (400 Spruce St, Gridley, CA 95948).
