Jean M. Tripe, 82 of Clarkdale, passed away on November 5, 2011. She was born on September 16, 1929 in Vermillion, South Dakota to Hattie Kruel. Jean was a nurse. She attended Peace Lutheran Church Jean loved her doll collection and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Jean is survived by her loving companion Robert Delp of Clarkdale and daughter Pamley Yorkley (Mike) of Clarkdale. There are no public services. An online guestbook is available to sign at www.westcottfuneralhome.com