William Foster Dripps's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2020 in Laurel, Mississippi
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William Foster Dripps

June 1, 1919 - October 8, 2020 (101 years old)

Laurel, Mississippi

William Foster Dripps's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2020 in Laurel, Mississippi
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William Foster Dripps

June 1, 1919 - October 8, 2020 (101 years old)

Laurel, Mississippi

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William Foster Dripps Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on October 8, 2020, at the age of 101, William Foster Dripps (Laurel, Mississippi) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his sisters, Joan Ketchen (Eddie) of Meddybemps, ME and Lois Starr (Ray) of Ringwood, NJ.; his great grandchild Nolan; his granddaughter Samantha Dripps; his parents, Ned F. Dripps and Ella Y. Dripps; his former wife Rosella D. Silk; and his close friend Eddie Ketchen.

He is survived by: his children, Ned F. Dripps (Kate), James M. Dripps (Kathy), Ellen R. Dripps and Carol E. Schwalbe (Steve); and his spouse Wasp. He is also survived by six grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

Arrangements will be private and the family asks that if you would like to make a donation in his name, please donate to your favorite charity.

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“Bill's WASP's shipmate was killed on March 19, 1945- Melford Pelletier. Melford's brother became my step-father many years later. Bill's best friend & other shipmate of the Wasp's, married Bill's sister, Joanne... became my father-in-law ! Life has its connections, world's apart ! Our prayers- Al Ouellette”

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