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July 4, 2011
Happy Independence Day Dad & Mom! Always in my thoughts xo
Chrissy
Chrissy
April 19, 2011
This, being such a spiritual week, really brings you to mind.
Come sit beside me at church.
I miss you....
Happy Easter Dad & Mom!
June 14, 2010
Happy 58th Anniversary Dad & Mom!
Hope Heaven has a HUGE dance floor!
In my thoughts with love, Chrissy
Joe Galea
February 22, 2010
Rest in Pease Fred, You were a true friend.
Joe & Pat Galea
Joan Ruprecht
February 20, 2010
Happy Birthday Dad! We visited you & mom today and of course rubbed the stone as you always told us we should do! You have mom with you a year today and I feel good that you can celebrate your birthday together! We only wish we could too! We love you Dad and miss you everyday. Give mom a great big hug and kiss! Loving you both forever!
November 14, 2009
Dear Dad,
Happy 2nd Anniversary in Heaven! I know you're enjoying it with Mom. It's not the same without you, your sense of humor, your laugh. I miss you always. Somehow, when I drive your car I feel that you're there with me. Keep on giving me little signs so I know you're watching over us.
Love you always
Karen, Tim, Brittany & Jennifer xoxoxo
November 14, 2009
Good Morning Dad,
Woke up today and it's dark & grey outside...
Fitting since you took alot of sunshine with you when you left.
I read a quote somewhere that missing someone gets easier everyday because even though it's one day further from the last time you saw each other, it's one day closer to the next time you will.
So today I am 2yrs. closer to seeing you again.
Miss you every day.
Love you every second.
Hugs & Kisses to you & Mom.
Chrissy, Scott, Kyle & Lydia
November 13, 2009
Dearest Dad, It's now two years without you and no matter how much time passes you're in my heart and mind everyday...your pictures are everywhere - in my office, car, home and even on my music stand everytime I sing with my band. The vision of you dancing and enjoying life makes me smile. I miss you and mom so very much. Please continue to watch over all of us and help our hearts heal. I hope you hear me sing to you both when I visit your place of rest. And of course we always remember to rub the stone as you wanted us to do! Until we meet again - loving you both forever - Joanie
Grandpa "Santa"
November 12, 2009
Grandpa & his grandgirls
November 12, 2009
ALS Walk '07
November 12, 2009
Me & my Dad
November 12, 2009
Joanie
June 21, 2009
Happy Father's Day dear dad! I'll be singing a song for you tonight with my band so get ready! Thank you for providing for our family through your hard work and being the best husband and father you could be! Forever love you and miss you!
JIM & DORIS WINTER
June 20, 2009
FREDDIE & DOTTY WERE OUR DEAREST FRIENDS. FOR ALMOST A LIFETIME, 62 YEARS! WE DID EVERYTHING TOGETHER, WENT EVERYWHERE TOGETHER, SHARED EVERYTHING TOGETHER. WE WERE ALWAYS THERE FOR EACH OTHER, DURING THE UPS & DOWNS, THE GOOD TIMES & THE BAD. THEIR FRIENDSHIP WILL ALWAYS BE TREASURED BY US. THEY ARE SORELY MISSED. LOVE ALWAYS DORIS & JIM WINTER
Joanie
June 14, 2009
Happy first wedding anniversary together with mom in heaven!! We all know you'll be dancing all day and night...thank you for loving mom so very much and for giving her the life of love, loyalty and happiness she deserved! "Because of you there's a song in my heart...."
Our 2nd Xmas without you! Miss you always!
January 6, 2009
Karen Erwin
November 15, 2008
Hi Dad,
I can't believe it's one year since you've been gone, why hasn't the heartache eased. I don't think it ever will. I know you're happy in heaven so that helps somewhat. I wish mom was with you, it's so hard to see her the way she is and knowing in my heart that she should be with you. That the two of you should be together. I hope you're still singing and dancing. Last night on your anniversary Joan's band played and she sang "Let It Be" and I danced for you. I hope you were there watching and joining in with us. I truly believe you were. I think of you all the time and I know someday we will see each other again. You're my angel watching over us and keeping us safe.
Love you always and forever.
Karen, Tim, Brittany & Jennifer
Christine Torrance
November 14, 2008
Dear Dad,
Happy 1st Anniversary in Heaven.
It's been a long year of missing you at all the special occasions, and in the quiet moments too. I know you are healthy with God & family & friends. When Mom arrives healthy again, I know you'll be happiest.
I would like to THANK EVERYONE for all your well wishes and kindness during this first year.
It has meant alot.
You know it never did matter WHO my Father was, it matters who we REMEMBER HE WAS. Never forget.
And to you Dad, your guiding hand on my shoulder will remain with me forever. Thanks for being such a wonderful Father & Friend.
We Love You So Much,
Chrissy, Scott, Kyle & Lydia
Joseph Galea
November 14, 2008
My sincere condolences to the Ruprecht Family.
I worked with Fred at Estee Lauder,many years ago. He was an Honest and fair Supervisor and was respected by all his coworkers and management. Although I didn't work directly for him, he was a good friend.
I was an Electrician in the Electrical Dept. next to the Boiler Room.
I admired his favorite quote, (Did you Read the Book!) May the good Lord, Bless the soul of Fred Abundantly.
Joan Ruprecht
November 13, 2008
Dearest Dad....a whole year of our lives without you in it has passed...every holiday, birthday, anniversary and special moment that we spent together this year was missing your presence, laughter, singing and sense of humor....we can't hug you, kiss you, touch you or hear your voice but our memories and love for you and Mom keep you in our hearts and thoughts all the time! It's been a rough, heartbroken year learning to accept your physical absence in our lives but you continue to send us many signs that let us know you are always watching out for us! We are comforted to know you are no longer in pain and are free to be with God and be the "mayor" of heaven welcoming everyone and asking them to dance! Continue to watch over us and protect us and know that Mom is waiting to join you whenever you come to get her! Thank you for being a wonderful father who always provided us with the best by working hard and loving us above all else! You may not have been able to verbally express how you felt about us many times but your strength and actions spoke volumes! We miss you and love you and until we are all together again - keep singing and dancing! Give hugs to Audrey, Aunt Frieda and Uncle Frank, Uncle John, Grandma and Grandpa, Joan, Pop, Vita and everyone else who's with you! I'll be singing a special song for you with my band on the 14th and I know you'll be watching! Thank you for the music you put in my life as a child and a woman! Your loving daughter Joanie......
The Ruprechts in South Florida
November 13, 2008
Although you are gone from us in our every day lives you are with us in our thoughts and prayers everyday. May you have eternal peace and may all the heavens welcome you everyday with your cheerful smile and may you dance and sing your way all the days of......We miss and love you,
Sabra Champagne
November 12, 2008
Dear Mr. Ruprecht, I never got the pleasure of meeting you, but I know you must have been one of the nicest, funniest, and kindest person around. I know this because of your family. They are pretty terrific also. Enjoy heaven, I know they are enjoying you.
November 12, 2008
What I'll remember the most about Mr.R is he was always happy to see you & always had a smile,made you feel at home .
Roland
Our 2008 Walking to Defeat ALS team!
November 12, 2008
Christine Torrance
October 14, 2008
HI Dad, It's me again...
Did you see us on the ALS Walk?
Hope we made you proud..
Missing you this time of year with all the Fall Festivals that you enjoyed so much.
Hope you like the kids pumpkin for you..
We Love You XOXOX
Mom's 76th birthday! First one without you, Dad! We love you!
September 15, 2008
Chrissy Torrance
September 14, 2008
Hey Dad,
Celebrated Mom's Birthday today at the nursing home's annual BBQ/Picnic.
Karen said you had to be watching when the song "Because Of You" came on.
And I hope that's YOU sending me that beautiful, red cardinal. He is always following me around my yard, making his presence known.
We named him J.W.
(Johnnie Walker - red)
Thought you'd like that!
10 months today...
We love you & miss you very much
Joan Ruprecht
August 15, 2008
Hi Dad....nine months already without you and everyday you are in my thoughts...the summer is flying by and as usual I did my summer church fairs with the band....I hope you heard my dedication to you and saw the picture of you and the candle I lit on stage for you....singing "Let It Be" for you touched many hearts those nights we sang it for you....I hope you were singing along too....I miss you dancing in front of me while I'm singing and enjoying the music! But "The Dancing Machine" I'm sure is still going strong in heaven! Always connected to you through my thoughts, prayers and music - I love you and miss you! Joanie
Christine Torrance
August 14, 2008
Hey Dad,
Love you & miss you.
Always on my mind.
#9
Christine Torrance
July 14, 2008
Still think of you at least once a day EVERY DAY...
8 months hasn't changed a thing..
Missing you being around Dad..
Love you, Chrissy
Christine Torrance
June 14, 2008
Hi Dad,
Want to wish you & Mom a 56th year Happy Anniversary today!
I know you'd like to be spending it with her, but essentially you are ALWAYS together.
We wish you a very HAPPY FATHER'S DAY tomorrow.
It will feel strange without seeing you and spending some fun time together, but just like with Mom, you're never really far from us either.
So pour a scotch,
kick up your heels,
and sing those songs loud & proud.
We'll be listening!
Also, when you see POP, please send him our Happy Father's Day wishes & hugs too.
Tell him we love him so.
Love to you always Dad,
Chrissy, Scott, Kyle & Lydia
Joan Ruprecht
June 13, 2008
Hey Dad...well it will be our first Father's Day without you this Sunday but in a way it's like any other day because you are ALWAYS with us in our hearts and our daily lives! I feel you around me in so many different ways especially when I sing a song or see someone dancing. We know you are okay in heaven being "the mayor" and hanging out with the "rat pack"! Thank you for coming to talk to us through the psychic...what a great experience but next time send us the right lotto numbers to play. We almost won, dad, but just played them in the wrong order. We're glad that you talk to mom especially since this Saturday is your wedding anniversary! She's not ready yet to join you in heaven but we know you'll come to get her when its her time. We love you dad - keep coming to us in whatever way you can. Happy Father's day and anniversary! All my love now and forever! Feel my hugs!
Christine Torrance
May 13, 2008
Mother's Day, my Wedding Anniversary,
and your 6 Months gone from us tomorrow.
The occasions keep coming, and we celebrate them all, despite the melancholy transparency.
We gave Mom a nice Mother's Day visit. She's doing well Dad.
It is once again time to plant the big vegetable garden that we enjoyed together all those years.
I'll make it a great one for you this season!
Just remember to send lots of sunshine...
We Love & Miss You,
Chrissy. Scott, Kyle & Lydia
Your grandhildren - Xmas '07
April 22, 2008
Chrissy Torrance
March 24, 2008
Hi Dad/Grandpa,
Missed you on our first EASTER apart...
We think of you so very much.....
Keep the sun shining on us!
All our love,
Chrissy, Scott, Kyle & Lydia
Christine Torrance
February 19, 2008
Happy 1st Birthday in Heaven DAD!
Tomorrow I hope you spend the day having fun and surrounded with love...There's plenty being sent your way..
Hope you see the balloons the kids release tomorrow..They have special messages on them for you..
There will be a new memorial plaque for you under the Blessed Virgin Mary at St. James..
It is so appropriate because the inscriptions are on display boards under the title of "They Gave Us A Voice."
Dad, the music just doesn't sound as sweet without your voice up there also. I trust you're entertaining the angels though!
I wish I could speak to you, give you a hug, have you hug me back, but the memories will have to do for now.
Thanks for helping create a wealth of them.
Your light will never dim.
~~~~~~~~~~~~ HAPPY BIRTHDAY ~~~~~~~~~~~~
All my Love, Chrissy
Eric Kramer
February 18, 2008
Happy Birthday in Heaven - I love you and miss you!
“A Song From Fred”
And when I’m gone what will there be
Another love lost and a fading memory
There was a time; there was a place
When I was wrapped up
In the arms of love and grace
But that was so very long ago…..
And when it’s gone what will be seen
I hope that love surrounds us in our endless dreams
I tried so hard, so hard to say how much I love you
But the words got in the way
I’m so sorry but I have to go…..
You’ve got to believe that love will always be the answer
I tried to show you in my way
You’ve got to believe that God will give you what you ask for
You’ve just got to believe…..
You’ve just got to believe…..
You’ve just got to believe…..
And to you all I’ve left behind;
Just think of all the happy times and let them shine;
And to the ones who are from me;
You are the greatest gift
You all are everything to me
And that will never, ever go away…….
You’ve got to believe that love will always be the answer
Please don’t fight your love away
You’ve got to believe that God will give you all the answers
You’ve just got to believe…..
You’ve just got to believe…..
You’ve just got to believe…..
And now I’m gone
Don’t cry for me
I lived my life
Just how I wanted it to be
I’ll sing and dance the time away
Until my greatest joy in life joins me one day
And I hope that she won’t be long…..
I hope she won’t be long…..
I hope she won’t be long…
Words & Music by Eric Kramer
My Dad!
Joan Ruprecht
February 17, 2008
Dad...thank you for sending me a beautiful sunny day for my birthday this year...it's your birthday too in a couple of days and this is the first year we won't be celebrating together! I know you're still with me through all the signs you send down - keep watching out for me from above and know that I continue to think of you everyday! I know you'll be dancing on your birthday and we'll be singing to you too. Thank you for all the memories a father and daughter can share! Thank you for teaching me to fish, to ride a bike, for building me the best go-cart in the neighborhood, for showing me your firehouse, taking me with you to that crazy meat packing place in the Bronx where you worked on the weekends, for making me laugh, taking me out into the waves on your shoulders, watching out for me, singing Johnny Mathis tunes until I got to know all the words, your silent courage and brave heart! But most of all for loving Mom and us above all else! Happy 1st Birthday in heaven...I love you and miss you, dad...
Dads Grave/Christmas 2007
February 17, 2008
Dad's Grave
February 17, 2008
Dad & Karen Visitng Mom at White Oaks
Karen Erwin
February 17, 2008
Dear Dad,
Happy 1st Birthday in Heaven! I'm sending a scotch your way! Happy 76th Birthday Dad, I can't believe last year we were at Bertucci's and you were dancing and singing, I never thought it would be your last. I wish we could still be celebrating with you. You always loved a party and I hope you're having one in heaven, I have to imagine that you are. Mom is fine, but you probably know that. I wish you were here, there's so many things to tell you. At times I forget that you're gone and reach for the phone to call you. It's so hard not being able to talk to Mom and now not having you. Until we meet again.....Love & Kisses & Hugs
Jamie Winter
February 17, 2008
Dear Joan, Karen, Chrissy & Steven, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad, Fred. As one of my parents' closest friends, your Dad played an important part of my growing up years. I remember him as a fun loving man who did cannonballs into the pool, danced the Lindy with my Mom, Doris, and drove Joan to my house for sleepovers. May he rest in peace, love, Jamie and family
ANNE & SAL PUSTORINO
February 17, 2008
DEAR FRED, IT'S HARD TO FACE THE LOSS OF A BEST FRIEND. WE WERE DEEPLY SHOCKED AND GRIEVED WHEN WE FIRST HEARD OF THE DEVASTING DECEASE THAT TOOK YOU SO RAPIDLY.
WE LIVE WITH THE GREAT MEMORIES WE ENJOYED TOGETHER WITH WONDERFUL DOTTY AND YOU. HAPPY THAT WE WERE ABLE TO DO THE FUN THINGS WE DID AND CONSOLE EACH OTHER IN TIMES THAT WERE NOT SO FUN.WE MISS YOU BOTH VERY MUCH. MAY GOD KEEP BLESSING YOU.
YOUR LOVING FRIENDS ALWAYS,
ANNE& SAL
Trudy & Lenny Galfano
February 15, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Angie LoBiondo
February 15, 2008
Dear Fred
We can't believe how quickly your terrible disease spread. We know
how much you suffered, yet you were so brave, still worrying about the others, especially your beautiful wife, Dotty. All of your friends miss you; we can't hear the Chicken Dance without seeing you on the dance floor with that beak on your nose. You always made us laugh. We missed your Santa Claus role at the Senior party, but, as you can see we have many memories of you. As you prepare to celebrate your first birthday in heaven, gather all the angels around you and show them some of your famous dance styles. Have a wonderful birthday and never lose your energy and sense of humor.
With love
Your friends Angie and Vinnie
Christine Torrance
January 14, 2008
Happy New Year Dad!
Now it's 2 months and your memory is still so fresh. I feel like you are with me on my morning jogs. I call it "going to Church" because it's a spiritual, meditation time. Thank you for the songs. We think of you ALL the time. We miss you so. I miss you at St. James too.
Give hugs to Minky & Pop for us.
Love you always, Chrissy
Nina Chambers
December 21, 2007
Fredy
It's hard to believe that you're really gone. You're my little brother, I was supposed to go before you. But you must know that you've done good in your life. You left a legacy of love, family values and loyalty. You will always be remembered.
Love, Nina
"Because of You" there's a song in my heart....
December 19, 2007
Me & Dad - Xmas 2006
December 19, 2007
Dad Doing His Favorite Thing - Dancing!
Karen Erwin
December 18, 2007
Dear Dad,
I can shed tears that you are gone
or I can smile because you have lived.
I can close my eyes and pray that you’ll come back
or I can open my eyes and see all you have left.
My heart can be empty because I can't see you
or I can be full of the love you shared.
I can turn my back on tomorrow and live yesterday
or I can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
I can remember you and only that you’re gone
or I can cherish your memory and let it live on.
I can cry and close my mind, be empty and turn my back
or I can do what you’d want: smile, open my eyes, love and go on.
Merry Christmas in Heaven Dad, I love you always!
Chrissy Torrance
December 14, 2007
Oh Daddy,
How can you be gone 1 month already?..
The days, hours, minutes go by & I can't stop hoping & praying & wondering if you're watching me, seeing how much I try to get through each day & moment without your physical presence to guide me & love me.
There is such a deep void in my heart & my world because I can't see you, talk to you, share with you.
There is no replacing the comfort I knew because you were near.
I miss you with every bone in my body, with every breath, with all I am.
I grasp for what I think are your signs to me, so keep them coming please.
There can never be another to replace you, and never another to make me forget you.
I hope you're warm & safe & pain-free.
I hope you get the hugs I send your way every day.
I hope I make you proud.
Save a place for me next to you for the day we meet again.
We'll have alot of catching up to do.
You are in my heart always.
Jennifer & Grandpa
December 14, 2007
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