On January 21, 2019, Kris lost the hard fought battle to cancer.

Kris will be remembered for his carefree, fun-loving, and adventurous ways. He loved spending time with his children Jarod and Davina as well as his wife Jenn Tyre. Kris had a passion for his dogs Cena & Hazel along with hiking, working out at the gym, listening to music, and watching football or WWE Wrestling as well as grilling out with friends and family. Kris was a beloved husband, father, son, brother & friend.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Wanda & Hewey Clemmons; paternal grandfather, John Lipp; aunt, Mary Lou Lipp; cousins, Jesse Lea Clemmons, Darrin Lipp, and Lalana Lipp; and nephew, Joshua Elijah Alexander.

He is survived by his wife, Jenn Tyre; son, Jarod Tyre; daughter, Davina Smith; parents, Melody & Timothy Lipp Sr.; brother & sister in law, Timothy Lipp Jr. & Kelly; nieces & nephews; Jacob Lipp, Timothy Lipp III & Kyleigh Lipp.