James Melvin Cripps Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Melvin Cripps of Ashland City, Tennessee, born in Nashville, Tennessee, who passed away on October 10, 2025 at the age of 76. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may James Melvin find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd 2025 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the West Harpeth Funeral Home and Crematory (6962 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery (7931 McCrory Ln, Nashville, TN 37221).
In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests donations to be made to the United States Veterans Alliance (USVA).
