Malcolm Tribble
Malcolm Forest Tribble, 60, formerly of Moline, IL, died unexpectedly Thursday, April 21, 2011, at his home in Safety Harbor, FL.
Cremation rites have been accorded. He was laid to rest next to his mother in Oakdale Cemetery, Davenport, Iowa after a memorial service at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 14.
Malcolm was born on Nov. 30, 1950, in Davenport, Iowa to Esther Jane and Forest Tribble. He was a proud graduate of Moline High School, Class of 1968. In school, he played baseball and football. He was an avid car enthusiast.
Before relocating to Florida, Malcolm was employed by John Deere. He later worked for a variety of automotive companies, including Toyota and Mitsubishi.
Malcolm was known for his sense of humor and outgoing personality. His eagerness and willingness to help others was greatly appreciated by his friends and neighbors. He enjoyed sports (especially golf and his beloved St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Bears), and he had a mean Frisbee toss. He also enjoyed poker, computer games and spending time with his friends and family.
Malcolm is survived by his wife, Christine, who he married in 2002. He was the proud father of daughters, Alison (Ben) Bachus, Phoenix, Ariz., and Lauren Tribble, and one granddaughter. He is survived by his loving sisters, Diane Cheek, Davenport, and Vicky (Larry) Johnson, Viola; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Posted Online: May 06, 2011, 5:32 pm