Thomas "Jason" Ruppe, 42, of Forest City, North Carolina passed away on May 14, 2025. He was born on December 221, 1982 in Shelby, North Carolina.

Jason was not the easiest person to get along with, but he was a very caring and giving person and would help anyone he could. He was always walking or riding his bike to go visit his family and friends. He left many memories and footsteps behind during his lifetime. Ones that will live on forever.

In additional to his mom, Donna McCullough, he was preceded in death by his aunt Mary Ellen, uncle Jerry and cousin Michael.

Survivors include his children, DJ, Joshua, Jayla, Jasmine, Isaiah, and their mother's Kathy and Holly. His dad Thomas Ruppe, numerous aunts, uncle, and cousins in Shelby, North Carolina and many other friends and family.

The family is having a private gathering at a later date and time. We are having a walk of life for him Sunday, June 15 in downtown Forest City around 9am at the fountain.