Joseph Gregory Rife Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Joseph Gregory Rife (Fowler, Indiana), born in Lafayette, Indiana, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on July 10, 2025 at the age of 66. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jerry Rife and Norma Dee Rife (Wilson); and his brother Jeffery Craig Rife. He is survived by: his wife Judy Lynn Elrod; his daughters, Jennifer Rowe of Indianapolis, IN and Julie Marsh of Lafayette, IN; his grandchildren, Jamson Marsh, Walker Marsh, Warren Rowe and Morgan Rowe; and his siblings, Robert "Robb" Rife (Lena) of Corona, CA, Ron Rife (Janie) of Lincoln, NE, David Rife (Christy) of Lubbock, TX, Tim Rife (Jeannie) of Santa Maria, CA, Sara Niccum, Kathy Girardier, Katie Collins and Jerrette Girardier.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 14th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Talbot Missionary Baptist Church (7040 S 680 W, Fowler, IN 47944). A celebration of life will be held on Monday, July 14th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, monetary donations may be made to Talbot Missionary Baptist Church Bldg ℅ Deacon David Thorn 420 E. McCracken Street, Hoopeston, IL 60942. You can also donate through Venmo by searching @Judy-Rife60 or by scanning the QR code below, To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Joseph "Joe" Gregory Rife, please visit our.
