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Robert Ripley Obituary
Robert is survived by his mother, Carole M. Pinsonneault of Coldwater, and his father, Ernest W. Ripley of Quincy. He leaves behind his brother, Ernest D. (Wendy) Ripley of Montoursville, Pennsylvania, his niece, Chelsy Jones, and his nephews, Nicholas and Nathan Ripley. He will also be missed by his aunts, Joan Acmoody and Jan Woods.
The Ripley family will receive friends and relatives at Schipper Funeral Home Ltd. on Monday, December 15, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A funeral service celebrating Robert's life will begin at 11:00 AM, with interment to follow at Lakeside Cemetery.
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Upcoming Events
Dec
15
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Schipper Funeral Home Ltd.
308 South Blackstone Avenue, Colon, MI 49040
Send FlowersDec
15
Funeral service
11:00 a.m.
Schipper Funeral Home Ltd.
308 South Blackstone Avenue, Colon, MI 49040
Send FlowersServices provided by
Schipper Funeral Home LTDOnly 4 days left for delivery to next service.