Larry Triplett Jr death: City of Jackson, TN, Firefighter passed away after battling an extended illness

Larry Triplett Jr cause of death. (Source: Facebook)

The tragic news of Larry Triplett Jr.’s passing leaves the Jackson Fire Department inconsolable. He was a crucial figure in ensuring that everyone’s trip to Jackson was enjoyable and special. He made everyone feel comfortable and welcome. He served on the Jackson fire department and will always be remembered for his quick smile, sense of humor, amazing singing voice, and love for everyone around him. Keep reading to know more about Larry Triplett Jr and his cause of death in detail.

Who was Larry Triplett Jr?

Larry Triplett was born and raised in Jackson, Tennessee, which is located about 75 northeast of Memphis. When Larry was 11 years old, he made the decision that he wanted to be a drummer and has been playing ever since.

He first felt the need to act in his sophomore year of high school. Throughout high school, he signed up for the theatre arts course and took part in a number of different productions.

Larry chose to enroll in Jackson State Community College after receiving his high school diploma, where he tried out for the school’s musical ensemble. He succeeded, winning a full scholarship. In 2011, Larry started appearing in films and took part in a number of regional independent projects, as well as film classes and workshops.

Some of the workshops and classes were instructed by people like Walt Wiley and Karen Carlson. Additionally, Larry appeared as a football player in two episodes of “Nashville” on ABC. Additionally, he appeared as a soldier in the “Fade” music video by indie musician Jasmine Cain.

Since 2011, Triplett has worked as an actor. Although he has previously collaborated with Lockridge on other endeavors, his participation in “The Stix” deviates from his usual work. Triplett plays one of the key characters in the series, which was written, directed, and produced by Lockridge.

During a conversation about the web series “The Stix,” Joran Lockridge and Larry Triplett, Jr. laughed.

(Source: Jacksonsun.com)

The “The Stix” television show is a crime drama that focuses on narcotics enforcement officers fighting drug gangs. Most of the scenes for “The Stix” was shot in Jackson and the nearby areas, however, some were also shot in Memphis.

Larry Triplett Jr served as the Public Education Officer at the Fire Department for the City of Jackson, Tennessee. Before this, he spent the years 2012 to 2020 as a firefighter for Madison County Fire Rescue.

How did Larry Triplett Jr die?

The long-time member Larry Triplett Jr. of the City of Jackson, Tennessee, Fire Department passed away overnight following an extended illness, the department reports on Facebook.

The department wrote,

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of long time member Larry Triplett Jr. Larry passed away overnight after battling an extended illness.

His great personality made a tremendous positive impact on the City of Jackson, TN – Fire Department and the entire community.”

His wonderful personality had an enormous positive impact on the Jackson, Tennessee, Fire Department as well as the surrounding neighborhood.

Larry was like a giant teddy bear—always joyful, beaming, and illuminating all the places he entered. The Fire Department and the entire community ask that everybody keep Larry’s family and friends in their prayers.

Larry Triplett Jr cause of death

Larry Triplett Jr was regarded as having a friendly personality. Many people must be curious to know the Larry Triplett Jr cause of death in light of the recent news.

According to the Jackson Fire Department, Larry Triplett Jr. passed away after an extended illness. Larry Triplett Jr. posted on Facebook on May 23, 2023, stating that he had been admitted to the hospital due to illness.

And on May 29, he provided an update stating that he would be released from the hospital following a test on May 31. As he stated, he received his discharge on June 1 and returned home.

And on June 2, he underwent a test known as a blood volume analysis, which is often carried out on patients in intensive care who have ailments like renal, liver, or heart failure. In addition, he claimed that he was the first person in the history of West Tennessee Health Care to undergo this treatment. He had all of the procedures, but despite that, his condition deteriorated, and he sadly passed away from organ failure.

Tributes to Larry Triplett Jr

Julie Cino wrote: “I am so sad by the horrible news that a really good man is no longer with us. Larry Triplett Jr. you were one of the key people that made my transition to Jackson special and joyous. You helped me feel at home and welcomed. From your quick smile, sense of humor, great vocals and love for everyone around you as you served on the Jackson fire department. I am thankful our paths crossed. I will never hear Purple Rain or Billie Jean without thinking of you my friend. You will be missed by so many! Jackson won’t be the same without you! RIP”

Jeff Haltom wrote: “Shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of my good friend and acting buddy, Larry Triplett Jr. From meeting him at Jackson Filmhouse to our humble beginnings as bouncers in a short film to becoming my arch nemesis in The Stix to his starring role in Smith. He was a good friend and a great actor. RIP, brother.”

One of the worst things anyone can go through in life is losing a loved one. Any journey must have a destination at the end. The person’s time on earth has regrettably come to an end now that they have died. We wish him eternal peace and send our thoughts and prayers to his loved ones, family, friends. May he rest in peace.

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