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Ryplee was born on May 30, 2024, to Sutton Smith & Stephanie Barfield. Joining sibling Audrey Elizabeth Smith. Despite his short time on earth, he was deeply loved and brought immense joy to those around him.
Ryplee will be forever remembered and loved by his twin brother Archer Smith, Grandmothers Judi Szilak & Earlene Barfield ; Grandfathers Dennis Smith & Mark Barfield ; Aunts Shirley Smith & Sade Barfield (William Ogle) & Destiny Sobecki (Alexander), Uncle Scott Smith (Chrissy Danner), Cousins Jessica Detkowski & Rebecca O'Connell & Elijah Nichols & Deven Johnson & Leo Danner-Smith & Sophie Danner-Smith & Theo Sobecki, and Extended Family & Friends.
A memorial service/celebration of life will be held at Justen Funeral Home on Sunday, October 26th, 2025, from 1pm - 5:00 pm. For information, please call the Justen Funeral Home, 815-385-2400, or visit www.justenfh.com, where friends and loved ones may share memories of Ryplee on his tribute wall.
In Lue of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Mercy Health Development Foundation in honor of Ryplee.
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Upcoming Events
Oct
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Memorial Gathering
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Justen Funeral Home & Crematory
3700 W. Charles Miller Road, IL
Send FlowersServices provided by
Justen Funeral Home & Crematory - McHenry