Terry James Rippentrop

A celebration of life visitation for Terry J. Rippentrop, 61, of Ellendale, MN, formerly of Fairmont, MN, will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Fairmont with visitation held one hour prior to the time of service. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Blue Earth, MN. Terry passed away Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Health System-St. Mary's Campus in Rochester, MN. The Lakeview Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Fairmont is assisting the family with arrangements. Those wishing to view the livestream of the service are welcome to go to the St. Paul Lutheran Church website.
Terry James Rippentrop was born on October 5, 1962, in San Francisco, CA, the son of Thomas J. and LaVon K. (Ahrens) Rippentrop. Following the completion of his education, Terry proceeded to focus on building a successful career.
Terry had a very focused work ethic and took great pride in his work as a sales manager for area automotive dealerships. When not working on deals and selling, you could find Terry relaxing and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings. He looked forward to warm summer days spent at the golf course with friends, working on lowering his handicap.
On April 29, 2000, Terry was united in marriage to Janette Edwards at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Fairmont, MN. Together the couple made their home in Vernon Center, Mankato, and Ellendale. In their spare time, they enjoyed cruising the open road riding motorcycles.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Janette Rippentrop; mother, LaVon Rippentrop; son, Matthew Radich; brother, Troy (Amy) Rippentrop; two nieces, Elise and Hattie; as well as many other extended family and friends.
Terry was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Rippentrop and his maternal and paternal grandparents.