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Jackie Ripa Obituary

RIPA, Jackie Pilar (Roberts) beloved wife and mother, died Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at her home in Tampa, Florida, following a courageous battle with cancer. Jackie is survived by her husband, Frank; daughter, Angela, son- in-law, Chris; grandson, Cole, and siblings, Kathy, Kathleen, Mary and Curt. She is predeceased by her parents, David and Ruth, and siblings, Shirley and Robert. Jackie and Frank recently celebrated 41 years of marriage. Together they founded Ripa and Associates in 1998. Jackie built the human resources department of this successful family business and her values remain at its core. She radiated warmth and extended love and kindness to all. Her generosity and dedication to her family and friends were unparalleled. She had a love of horses and was a long-time supporter of Quantum Leap Farm, a local organization that strives to "improve quality of life and inspire personal growth through equine-assisted therapies." Donations can be made in her honor at Quantumleapfarm.org. Blount & Curry MacDill https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/1125025

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Published by Tampa Bay Times from Apr. 16 to Apr. 18, 2023.

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Frank AUGUST LAUSBERG

April 12, 2025

Many Many Prayers, I am so sorry for your loss. I was blessed to have met her and all her wisdom and Kindness.
Frank Lausberg

Gregory Bedard

April 11, 2024

So sorry to hear of the passing of Jackie may she rest in peace, when I first came to Florida 30 years ago, she was the guiding influence for Ripa and associates, she used to guide this country boy from Maine to many different places in the Tampa area, I was lost most of the time, that was before the invention of cell phones, and what not, Jackie always treated everybody as an equal. She will be missed by many many people.

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Charles and Barbie

April 21, 2023

Barbie and I want to offer our condolences and wish you the best. She was a big part of our lives and we hold many fond memories. Our hearts are with you.,

Charles and Barbie

April 21, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Michael Bailey

April 20, 2023

Frank we wanted to express or condolences to you for your loss. We have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Shea (former owners of Sunrise Landscape)

Shawn & Kristin Duncan

April 18, 2023

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Filippo Cantore

April 18, 2023

Far away from you but together in the prayers in this moment. Rest in peace dear Jackie. Zia Maria, Pippo, Elisabetta

Denise Lasher

April 18, 2023

So sorry for the Ripa family loss. May GOD's loving hand bring you comfort during this time. Rest in Peace Jackie

Allison & Jerome Evans

April 18, 2023

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this tough time.

Jay Hunting

April 18, 2023

I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family

Megan Kitchner

April 18, 2023

Our deepest condolences for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jeannie Bush

April 17, 2023

My heart goes out to all her family. I'm so very sorry for your loss. I don't know her but my son works there & spoke so highly of her. My thoughts & prayers to you all for comfort & peace. God Bless!

Gregory and Janet Bedard

April 17, 2023

Frank and Family, my wife and I would like to offer our deepest condolences for your loss. I had the Honor of knowing Jackie when she was working in the office.She was a fine lady. She will be greatly missed.

Miriam Carrero

April 17, 2023

My sincere condolences for all the family and friends. I never had the oportunity to meet Jackie but heard wonderful things about her. My prayers goes to all the family for strengh and blessings

Jeff Joaquin

April 17, 2023

May God ease your pain and suffering and bless you to continue on in the absence of your beloved wife.

Frank and Beth Ripa

April 17, 2023

Cousin Frank and family,
Very sorry to hear of the loss of Jackie. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Thomas Butler

April 17, 2023

Frank, my sincerest condolences to you and yours.

Margaret Skidmore

April 17, 2023

Frank, I sincerely feel your loss of Jackie. Both Paul and I met you and Jackie at Housel and shared a lot of wonderful memories from Housel. You and your family are in my prayers. May God bless you and your family.

Donna Ripa

April 17, 2023

Frank and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
love,
Donna and Dan Ripa

Weaver Ron

April 17, 2023

So sorry to hear of the passing of one of the most gracious first ladies of our Heart, and of real estate and Family love and bubbling joy and helping kids all over the area, cope with tbeir loss, on renewing horseback.....Frank and Angela and Chris and Family are in my and my Jackie prayers in this indescribable loss.

Frank Lausberg

April 17, 2023

So sorry to Frank, family, all friends and Love ones. She will be missed. God speed.

Shawn and Tisha Mason

April 17, 2023

So sorry for your loss to the whole RIPA family. Thoughts and prayers to you all.

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