Willie Gripper Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 2, 2025 in High Point, North Carolina

Willie Gripper Jr.

April 30, 1943 - October 2, 2025 (82 years old)

High Point, North Carolina

Willie Gripper Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 2, 2025 in High Point, North Carolina

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Phillips Funeral Service

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Willie Gripper Jr.

April 30, 1943 - October 2, 2025 (82 years old)

High Point, North Carolina

Willie Gripper Jr. Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Willie Gripper Jr. (High Point, North Carolina), who passed away on October 2, 2025, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid adieu to Willie's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in his wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Willie has bequeathed us. For though he may have departed from our sight, his spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Willie Sr. Gripper and Rosa Lee Gripper; his wife Frances Yvonne Hughes; his daughters, Charita, Monica (James Holloway) and Carrey (Jimesh Thaker); his grandchildren, Mynah (Kyle Woumn), Aubrey, Bryce Holloway and Sonia; and his daughters, Sohan and Leela Thaker.

Visitation was held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the Phillips Funeral Service, Inc. (1810 Brockett Ave, High Point, NC 27260). A funeral service was held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the Phillips Funeral Service Chapel (1810 Brockett Ave, High Point, NC 27260).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Phillips Funeral Service



Thu

Oct 09

Visitation

Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
1810 Brockett Ave, High Point, NC 27260

Thu

Oct 09

Funeral service

Phillips Funeral Service Chapel
1810 Brockett Ave, High Point, NC 27260

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