James E. Gripp Obituary

We bid farewell to James E. Gripp of Rock Island, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 16, 2025 at the age of 89. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James E. Gripp to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edward Gripp and Arneda Gripp (Lorenzen). He is survived by: his wife Irma Wittlake; his children, James Gripp, Jr. (Dona) of Port Charlotte, FL, Julie Eastman (Daniel) and John Gripp (Lynn); his grandchildren, Nicholas Gripp, Josh Fleming, Jana Fleming, Andrew Gripp and Ethan Gripp; his great grandchild Amelia Gripp; and his siblings, Charlotte Drone (Ray) of San Angelo, TX, Vivian Spence (Rick) and Larry Gripp (Jim O'Callaghan) of Davenport, IA..

Memorials may be made to the Rock Island Humane Society.