James C. Ripperger
1917 - 2004
James C. Ripperger
1917 - 2004
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BORN
1917
DIED
2004
James Ripperger Obituary
Survivors include - Son: James Michael and wife Sandra Ripperger of Greenwood. 2 Daughters: June and husband Ote Hoppenrath of Elwood, and Jo Ann and husband Donald Parkerson of Greenville, N.C. 5 Grandchildren: Anthony Merle and wife Tami Hoppenrath of Elwood, Andrea (Hoppenrath) Benjamin of Carmel, Cynthia (Ripperger) and husband Gonzo Soruco of Pembroke Pines, FL, Brett Ripperger of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and Dr. Bart Ripperger of Phoenix, AZ. 5 Great-Grandchildren: Anthony James Hoppenrath, David Alexander Hoppenrath, Abigail Benjamin, Aaron Benjamin, and Adam Benjamin. He was preceded in death by - Parents: Charles and Gladys (Creagmile) Ripperger. Wife whom he married January 30, 1934 and who died June 26, 1990: Frances Ann (Hughes) Ripperger.
Funeral Service will be conducted at 11:00 AM Friday, December 31, 2004 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Elwood with Father Paul Cochran officiating. Burial will be in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Elwood. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Friday, December 31, 2004 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Elwood. Online condolences to the Ripperger family can be made at copherfeslermay.com
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Anthony Seger
December 31, 2004
Mike and Sandy: You have our deepest sympathy. We saw your lights on last night and thought this might be the reason for your early return. There is much comfort in knowing that your father is in a better place. There, he will not have sorrow but comfort. You are great neighbors and we would love any opportunity to help you in anything you need. Do tell us if there is such a need at this time.
Much Love from the Segers: Tony, Nancy, Ted, and Chancey.
Mary Cross
December 31, 2004
To Jim's family,
Our thoughts are with you in this time of loss. We miss Jim as a neighbor and friend -
Bill and Jean Meddock
Tom and Sally Cone
Betty Callis
Sharon McClarnon
Suzanne Dettwiler
Bill and Geraldine Walden
Dick and Mary Cross
Mr & Mrs Maurice Renie
December 30, 2004
My wife and I give Our condolences to Big Jim's Family
I remember Big and Little Jim from many Years ago,mostly about the loss of a outboard motor on Lake Tippy
Cathy Klein
December 30, 2004
Dear Family and Friends, As a nurse, I remember Jim as a loving and caring husband who visited his wife Frances regularly at the nursing home in Anderson. He was a gentle and kind man who never forgot his wife of many years despite her dementia. She always looked forward to his visits and they were a lovely couple. God bless, Jim.
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Clara & John Updike
December 30, 2004
It has been a long time since the Rippergers lived on Main Street, but we still remember that nice family. You have our sympathies.
Joan Graham
December 30, 2004
To the Family of James Ripperger,
I was sorry to hear of the passing of your father and grandfather.
I send my condolences to you and yours.
I do know that we all grieve in our own way and in our own time. It is never easy to lose the physical presence of a loved one. I do know that our loved ones are only a thought away and are always in our hearts.
Remember the good times and cherish those memories to share with others and yourselves. These are the things that bring smiles.
Love to you and yours,
Joanie Graham (Cotner-Miller)
The Staff of Copher-Fesler-May Funeral Home
December 29, 2004
We offer our deepest condolences during this difficult time
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