Norman Howard Cripps Obituary

The passing of Norman Howard Cripps of McMinnville, Tennessee occurred on October 2, 2026. Norman, born on August 17, 1938, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Will Howard Cripps and Bernie Lee Simons Cripps; and his siblings, Theresa Hawthorne and William Dwight Cripps. He is survived by: his children, Tina Rene Wilson of McMinnville, TN, Tamera Merritt (Zach) of McMinnville, TN and Jason Cripps (Angela) of Baxter, TN; his grandchildren, 1st Class Petty Officer (Ret.) Kevin (Terri) Green of Ridgecrest, CA, Nicholas Cripps of Alexandria, TN, Richard Cripps of Florence, AL and Emily Cripps of Baxter, TN; his great grandchildren, Avery Green of McMinnville, TN, Hunter Green of Ridgecrest, CA and Briar Cripps of Florence, AL; and his sister Peggy Griffith of McMinnville, TN..

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 18th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the High Funeral Home (101 College St, McMinnville, TN 37110). A graveside service will be held on Sunday, October 18th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Mt. View Cemetery (209 Mountain St, McMinnville, TN 37110).