Charlie Lee "Tank" Triplett, of Rockford departed this earthly life October 15, 2023. He was born January 16, 1940 in Louisville, MS the son of Ruby D. and Benny Edwards. Charlie lived in Rockford since 1961 coming from Louisville. He married the former Jessica Acton, June 22, 1991, she preceded him in death. Charlie was employed as a machine operator by Greenlee Brothers and Amerock before retiring. He was a member of Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church serving as a Trustee. Charlie was a High School Basketball Referee 35 years. He graduated Louisville Negro High School class of 1960 and later attended college. He played two years on the Red Devils semi pro football team.

Charlie leaves to cherish many loving memories, his son, Charles Blake; three daughters, Debra Triplett (Lee) Davidson, Michelle Triplett and Sandy Triplett; 11 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; step children, Cheryl (Elmer) Aldridge, William (Mindy) Acton, and Sheila Triplett;  two sisters, Clara Haynes and Ruth DeWalt; brothers Douglas Triplett, John (Janice) Edwards, Benny (Leatha) Edwards, Albert Edwards, Ricky (JoeTinea) Edwards and Travis (Maria) Miller; a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents and stepsons, Daniel Nolan and Terry Harrington.

Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at Jerusalem M.B. Church 301 Klines Ave. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Arrangements completed by Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. 200 N. Johnston Ave.