Honoring Jeremy Cripps: A Star at the Loft

Dear Friends, Family and Tucson Community Members,

We are mourning the sudden death of Jeremy Cripps--a "Tucson treasure"; loving husband, son, and brother; owner of Coffee Times; and all-out light facilitator. Everyone who knew Jeremy--whether for an instant or a lifetime--was better for it. Our lives are emptier without him.

Jeremy was a brilliant and funny story teller who loved films; he was relentlessly committed to uplifting the Tucson community through happy coffee and fundraising. We can think of no better tribute to him than a donation to the Loft Cinema--one of his favorite places.

The Loft is currently fundraising for their own renovation--and we are asking for support to have a Hollywood-style star in Jeremy's name in their lobby. This is a way to carry on with Jeremy's good work--and create a space for all of us to remember him every time we step foot in the Loft.

Now more than ever...we need to hold onto the light that Jeremy fearlessly channeled into our lives and into our community. Thank you for keeping Jeremy in your heart and sending him up all the love.

In grief and gratitude,

Jenny Carlson, Jeremy's wife

PS The photos are some of Jeremy's favorite cinematic places: meeting the baby Tolkien Tree in the Oxford Botanical Gardens, Disneyland, Room 217 in the Shining hotel, the mountains.