Dean C. Cripps, 83, of Hutchinson passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at his home. Private Family Graveside Service will be held in Oakland Cemetery in Hutchinson. Dean Charles Cripps was born on September 14, 1941, in Hutchinson. He was the son of Clair and Inez (Moravec) Cripps. Dean was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in his faith as a youth at Hutchinson Congregational United Church of Christ. He received his education in Hutchinson and was a graduate of Hutchinson High School, class of 1959. On September 11, 1961, Dean was united in marriage to Phyllis Barnes in Glencoe. This marriage was blessed with one son, Scott. Dean and Phyllis resided in Hutchinson. They shared 63 years of marriage. Dean was employed as a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service based in Hutchinson. He retired in 1996 after 34 years of service. Dean was a member of New Journey United Church of Christ in Hutchinson. Dean enjoyed antiquing and watching all manner of sports on television. He especially enjoyed spending and friends. time with his family, grandchildren, and greatgrandchildren, Blessed be his memory. Dean is survived by his wife Phyllis Cripps of Hutchinson; son Scott Cripps and his wife Joyce of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Ryan Koester and his wife Maggie, Robert Cripps and his wife Tori, Claire Wheatley and her husband Joe; four greatgrandchildren, Aaliyah Cripps, Raelyn Cripps, Maddison Wheatley, Brooks Wheatley; many other relatives and friends. Dean is preceded in death by his parents, Clair and Inez Cripps. Arrangements by Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson. Online obituaries and guestbook available at www.hantge.com.