Emil Ray Cripe Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on April 23, 2026, at the age of 78, Emil Ray Cripe of Portage, Indiana passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Emil Ray Cripe to pay them a last tribute.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Emil leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Allen and Hilda Cripe, Sr. (Olsen); and his brothers, Mark Cripe and Rick Cripe. He is survived by: his close friend Mary Ann Lonergan; his children, Jeanne Cripe of Portage and Josh Cripe of Michigan; his grandchildren, Zie'ana Cripe, Zahara Byrd and Jeanette Williams; and his brothers, David Cripe and Tim Cripe. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
