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Murray Rippe Obituary
Murray "Buddy" Rippe, of 242 Parkview Place, died Wednesday, June 23, 2010, at his residence.
He was born Sept. 2, 1916, in Danville, a son of Benjamin Arthur Rippe and Annie Allen Rippe. He was a graduate of George Washington High School and Washington and Lee University. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the United States Army with the rank of Second Lieutenant.
On Aug. 15, 1943, he married the former Esther Costin. He was owner and operator of Rippe's Feminine Apparel until his retirement in 1993. He was a member of Temple Beth Shalom.
In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by a brother, Louis Edwin Rippe, and a sister, Olga Rippe Gladstone.
In addition to his wife, Esther, he is survived by two sons, Arthur Benjamin Rippe and his wife, Clara, of Danville, and Allen Keith Rippe and his wife, Mona, of Memphis, Tenn.; a daughter, Carol Anne Rippe Gordon, and her husband, Julius, of Tucson, Ariz.; three grandchildren, Samuel Benjamin Rippe, Max Edo Rippe and Sonia Rippe; and a sister, Miriam Jacobi, of Miami Beach, Fla.
Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, June 25, 2010, at Green Hill Cemetery with Rabbi Morton Green officiating. The family will be at the residence, 242 Parkview Place.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.
Townes Funeral Home & Crematory, 215 West Main St., is serving the Rippe family, www.townesfuneral
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Memories and Condolences
for Murray Rippe
John & Joy Barbour
July 2, 2010
Ben,
I am so sorry about your father's passing. My prayers are with you and your family.
Mike & Donna Scearce
July 2, 2010
Dear Rippe Family, Mike and I were very saddened to learn of Mr. Rippe's passing. My grandmother, Esther Hoke, was a long time employee of Rippe's. I went to high school with Allen, and my husband, Mike, was a classmate of Ben's. We send our deepest condolences. Mr. Rippe was a gentleman and a great man.
June 28, 2010
To the Rippe Family, my mother and I send our prayers to you. Your establishement brought so much pleasure to us over the years. The quality of your apparels was indeed wonderful. The professionalism shown by your son and the store's employees continued to be praiseworthy. May your hearts be strengthened during the days and years to come with the recollection of the many good times you all shared with your loved one. Mattie Howard Evans and Mary Brandon, Hampton, VA
Debra Hargraves
June 28, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
June 27, 2010
Ben:
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. His warm smile and pleasant personality will be remembered always and missed. May God comfort you and your family during this time!
Carol Evans-Howell and Chad
Patrice Motley-Brode
June 27, 2010
Dear Ben, Clara and Sam you have my deepest sympathy of losing your love one, I know that he will be dearly missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family...
Patrice and William Brode, Jasmaine and Dana Motley
Jay Berman
June 27, 2010
Dear Ben, Esther, Allen and Family,
I was distressed to learn today of Buddy's passing. My wife, Bonnie, and I had hoped to see you when we visited the temple on April 30. In addition to being a fellow Main Street merchant of unquestionable integrity, Buddy was of that rare breed of sons of our Commonwealth, who had no need to ever appear to be anything other than himself. Your loss is also Danville's loss and Beth Shalom' loss. To honor his memory, Bonnie and I are sending a contribution to the Shriners' Crippled Childrens Hospital in Greenville, N.C. Fondly,
Jay and Bonnie Berman
Bobby and Virginia Wiles
June 26, 2010
Ben, Mrs. Rippe, and family,
Even though you are saddened now with your loss, how proud you must be to have had a father and a husband who was so caring and gentlemanly. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this special time. Many blessings,
Wyona Paxton Witcher
June 25, 2010
Dear Mrs. Rippe, Ben, Allen, Carol and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. I have fond memories of shopping and attending fashion shows at your beautiful clothing store and how special Mr.Rippe made each occasion. He was a leader in our community through his action in his business, church and volunteerism. He will be greatly missed.
Bonnie Kushner Brumfield
June 25, 2010
Dear Ben and Family, My sincerest sympathy over the loss of your father, a gentleman and a "mensch" in every sense of the word. He will truly be missed and remembered as a savvy businessman, philanthropist, and salesman extraordinaire. Know that he was most proud of you and your siblings, and that his grandchildren brought him great joy! Warmest wishes to you and your family. Bonnie
June 25, 2010
Ben, Mrs. Rippe and Family - our deepest sympathy at this time for your great loss. We will miss seeing Mr. Rippe walking in the mall. It was always a pleasure to see and talk with him.
Ada Tilley and JoLane Dunlap
Mayor and Mrs. Sherman Saunders
June 25, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorry.
Mike Stowe
June 25, 2010
Ben, Esther, Sam and Clara-My deepest sympathy and prayers are extended to you during this time of sorrow. Mr. Rippe always impressed me as a passionate man about life. I know that you will have many memories to cherish.
Liz and Hy Sater
June 25, 2010
Ben,
We are so saddened by Buddy's death. You were such a devoted son and I know he loved and appreciated you and your family. Please know we hold your family in our hearts during this difficult loss.
MAX LEVINE
June 25, 2010
MR RIPPE WAS A PLEASURE TO BE AROUND WITH HIS DIGNITY AND WARMTH ALWAYS ASKING ABOUT YOU AND YOURS. HE WAS ALWAYS POSITIVE AND ENCOURAGING . MAY HE REST IN PEACE FOR THE OBVIOUS LOVE SHOWN TOO HIM BY OTHERS . MAX PHILLIP LEVINE
Steve Chappell
June 25, 2010
Ben and family, I met Mr. Rippe several times and always , always was made to feel special and welcome. He had that smile and friendly manner of patting you on the shoulder. May God be patting him on the shoulder and bidding him welcome.
Steve
June 24, 2010
Ben and family, I regret your loss of Mr. Rippe. While I did not know him well personally, I admired his business capabilities and his grace and thoughtfulness shown to others. Sincerely, John Hudson
Beth Winstead Gentry
June 24, 2010
Ben,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was such a gentleman and kind man, with always a smile. Many of the people from this city bought clothes from him for many years, and he was always so helpful and gave that special service with a smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hold on to all the sweet memories close to your heart.
Beth Winstead Gentry
Dave Slayton
June 24, 2010
Ben, we are saddened by the news of your father's passing yesterday. As I read that he was a Danville native, W & L graduate, WW II veteran and a successful businessman for many years, I’m reminded of the high standards set by your father and his generation. May we draw inspiration from his example and may you take comfort from your memories of your father. You will be in our prayers. Dave Slayton
Carolyn Compton
June 24, 2010
I was very sad to hear about Mr. Rippe. He was such a nice person and a real gentleman. My sympathy and prayers are with his family for comfort in the days ahead.
Kim Meadows Riddle
June 24, 2010
Claire,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father-in-law. He was a special man. Our prayers go out to you and your family. May God bless you!
Peggy Wright
June 24, 2010
I did not know Mr. Rippe very well, but I was always impressed with his gracious attitude and kindness to others. Please know that all of the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peggy Wright
Averett University
June 24, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Lyndon & Donna Akers
Kathy Hines Tarbet
June 24, 2010
Mr. Rippe was a kind and wonderful man! I am so sorry for your loss and I will keep you in my prayers.
Shirley Primiano
June 24, 2010
Terribly sorry to read about Mr. Rippe. May God bless you and your family.
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