Clarence M. Triplett passed away April 19, 2017, at the age of 83.

He was born in Humphreys County and lived most of his life in Warren County.  He belonged to the Carpenter’s Local and retired from Anderson Tully.  He served in the Korean War from 1949 until 1954.  He was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Cordelia Triplett; one brother, Lawrence Triplett; and one grandson, Ken Parker III.

He is survived by his wife, Warrene Triplett; one son, Ken Parker Jr. (Debra) of Greenville; two brothers, Clyde Triplett (Lena Mae) of Leland and Max Triplett of Vicksburg; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 22, at Glenwood Funeral Home with Rev. Billy Brumfield officiating. 

Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in Greenlawn Gardens Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be the Deacons of Immanuel Baptist Church.  Honorary pallbearers are the members of his Sunday School Class.

The family would like to extend their many thanks to Marissa Carver, his caregiver, from Amada Senior Care and St. Joseph Hospice and their staff for talking such good care of Clarence during his lengthy illness.

Memorials may be made to Immanuel Baptist Church, 6949 Hwy 61 South, in Vicksburg or a charity of your choice.