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Rachel Rupp
March 19, 2008
What a great man to have known throughout your entire life. Grandpa Rupp always knew what exactly to say or do to make you smile and brighten your day. He had a really great testimony, and he taught me so much while I was with him. So many memories and experiences, that I would probably never have if he hadn't taught them to me. Grandpa also had a spirit that made you want to be with him, and we will never forget him.He was my hero, he was awesome, I love him, and I will miss him so much! Love you always Grandpa!
Perry M
March 19, 2008
Dear Dixie and Family;
We feel terrible about the passing of Keith. What a wonderful friend and example he was to us and our children. Always willing to help even when he had so much to do himself.
We cherished the good times we all spent together, going boating, camping, and out to dinner. Every event was a special occassion for us. We haven't seen much of each other for sometime but you and Keith and your family has always been in our minds and hearts. We know he has past on because his work was excellantly done here and was needed for his next assingnment. I know all that knew Keith will miss him dearly. We wish you Dixie and your family peace and comfort knowing all is well.
All our Love, Betty, Perry Matthews
and Family
Darell and Susan Hawkins
March 18, 2008
Dear Rupp Family,
Darell and I worked with Keith at AMOCO for many years. He was always so kind and soft spoken and yet commanded respect and performance from those who worked for him.
Since our retirement, we have seen him at the temple and have admired the countenance he projected, and the sincerety of his firm handshake. We always knew he was a great man at work, but it has been revealing to read the entries and realize how much he was loved by his family and his ward and stake family as well.
He will be missed.
Our love and condolences we extend to all of you at this time of separation.
Lizzie Rupp
March 18, 2008
I will always remember when grandpa and I started "life support", we had so many laughs and jokes, but he taught me about the important stuff in life too. I am so grateful to have such an amazing grandpa to set a wonderful example for me of how i should live my life. I love you!
Karen & Rex Roblyer
March 18, 2008
Dear Rupp Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Pres. Rupp's death. We didn't hear until a week later. He was such a marvelous man and wonderful example to everyone. It was such a joy and pleasure to serve and learn in the gospel with him. Both Dixie and Pres. Rupp taught us so many things with their great love, comapssion and example. Pres. Rupp truely was the example of "unconditional love." They always had time for others and their concern for others was genuine.
It will always be a blessing in our lives to have the memories of Pres. Rupp.
Our thoughts and prayers go to each of you as well as our love,
Karen & Rex Roblyer
March 17, 2008
Dixie,
We just want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. "Grandpa Rupp" has a special place in the hearts of us and our children.
With love,
Steve and Connie Marshall (Avon, CT)
Benjamin Rupp
March 17, 2008
I loved Grandpa very much. He was my hero. Whenever I thought of someone who was righteous, I thought of Grandpa. He will always serve as an example to me. Love you Grandpa!
Ed & Bonnie Prime
March 16, 2008
Dear Dixie,
It seems strange now on Sunday morning. Not to see President Rupp coming around to greet everyone at sacrament meeting.
We were always impressed by the way he would greet Wally. With his hand extended he would greet Wally with a "How you doing kid?" And speak to him as if he had not seen him in months. We found this interesting since they lived next door to each other.
President Rupp had a profound influence on our lives. When Ed was in the hospital battling cancer. It was he and Kerm Lemke who came to the hospital to give a blessing. Also during the recovery it was "Pres." who came over on his lawn mower and cut our lawn. We had to do some investigating to find out who to thank for this kind act.
It appears that we are not the only ones who have benefited from this great man's kindness. We have so much to be thankful for because of our association with you and President Rupp.
He will be forever in our hearts.
Lyle & Debra Buchanan
March 16, 2008
Dear Rupp Family, We want to express our condolences at the passing of Brother Rupp. He was our Sealer on Thursday nights in the temple. We grew to love him and we have and will miss him. He was a great example of dedication and service to the Lord. May the Lord bless all of you in the future, and may you have Peace in knowing that Brother Rupp is wrapped in the arms of the Lord. With Love,
Lindsay Rupp
March 15, 2008
My grandpa was the greatest guy!
He was a huge tease!
I loved him with all my heart!
He taught me soo much like how to love people i hate, and that icecream is all you need to be alive!
I am soo glad to have a grandpa like him! I miss and love him!
GRANDPA I LOVE YOU!
Jim & Lora Short
March 15, 2008
Dear Dixie and Family,
How grateful we are for you and President Rupp. His example of love, humility, service and quiet dignity will ever be with us. What a great leader. And your kindness, and constant and loving support. How we appreciate the opportunity we had early in our lives to be impacted by you both. We thank you and your good family.
Our prayers are with you at this time of loss.
L. Farrell Barlow
March 15, 2008
Dear Rupp family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today. A highlight of our life has been to be associated with your family. We have special memories connected with each one of you and wish to express our love and appreciation for who and what you are. Keith has had a tremendous influence on us and we will always cherish our time and service together.
Elder & Sister Barlow
Kinshasa DR Congo Mission
Allen Todd
March 14, 2008
Dixie and Family:
A flood of memories fill our minds at this time. I remember so many experiences as a young man. I remember Keith and wally playing basketball at the old home. I remember how excited I was to see Keith come home after serving his country. I remember when Keith brought Dixie to church for the first time and the smile both had on their faces. I remember Keith doing his best to keep me straight in my teens. I remember Bishop Rupp greeting me with a satisfied smile when I returned home from my mission. I remember Bishop Rupp interviewing my wife and I when we were to be sealed in the temple. I remember building our new home and Keith carefully running all the wiring. I remember working side by side with Keith at the shop (his second job) and the discussions we had about more serious things than the work at hand. I remember how eloquently Keith spoke at my fathers funeral. I remember my cousin Keith telling me “a young child should be under his or her mothers wing during those early years”. I remember how I admired Keith’s conduct at work and elsewhere. And most of all I remember how Keith loved Dixie and his family, I always felt reverence when Keith uttered Dixie’s name. You were always his sole mate, a queen in his eyes Dixie. For these and many other things we will always be grateful. In my eyes Keith will remain an admirable legend, a man who lived his religion at all times and cared for his family, rather it was immediate, ward, stake or otherwise.
Our prayers are with you and your family Dixie, you’ll have him forever!
Carol and Allen Todd and family
Jenny Straley
March 14, 2008
Randy and family,
We are all very sorry for your loss. Having loved ones leave us is not an easy thing. We are so grateful for your father helping seal our Son Hans to us and making it possible for him to be part of our family forever. We love your family and the example they have been to us. Our lives have been touched by your fathers great example and love. We love you and your family.
Mary Snow
March 14, 2008
Dear Rupp Family,
On behalf of my father (Emery) who worked with your father and uncle at Amoco Oil, we give our condolences to you.
My father once told a humorous story about your father that I thought you would like to hear. Your father, Uncle Wally, and another man used to car pool to work. One morning they were stopped by the police who suspected the truck they were riding in was involved in an armed robbery. They had your father, uncle and other associate get out and assume the positions to be arrested. As they were all talking and explaining where they were at during the robbery and where they were going, soon the police realized their errors and let them go. Needless to say, this co-worker of your father and uncle didn't want to let it go but use your dad's position in the church as stake president to kid him a little that day. He told your father had he known what they pulled him over for he would have confessed just to see a stake president arrested for robbery. It would have been worth it. Of course, he didn't and your dad's reputation stayed in tact. I have laughed at the story so many times as it makes me realize how much humor can make even the darkest times look brighter.
My father speaks highly of your father and uncle and wishes you to know that we are thinking of your family at this time.
Lela and Fred Findlay
March 14, 2008
Dear Dixie, Fred and I are deeply sorrowed by your loss. We have loved and respected you and Pres. Rupp since the day we met you. Our love and thoughts are with you. You two were very special people in our lives. We love you. Lela
Larry Alden Rupp
March 14, 2008
Dear Keith Rupp Family,
When we learned of Bishop Rupp's death our hearts were broken. A flood of happy memories of our days in Taylorsville 2nd Ward came. When we moved to Taylorsville in 1966, Larry looked forward to being part of Bishop Keith Rupp's ward. Larry had a lot of respect for this good man. Always Bishop Rupp treated Larry with complete respect. Always, Sister Dixie would be there in the row just a head of us with her handsome and perfectly groomed sons. Always she welcomed us with kind words and a smile. I came to depend on that weekly lift.
Bishop Rupp is truly a great man and will continue to be an influence in our lives. May Heavenly Father bless and comfort you. With our love, Larry and LaDean Rupp, Tremonton, Utah
Kelly and Marsha Benson
March 14, 2008
There are so many words that describe Patriarch Rupp....kind, loving, supportive, compassionate, friendly, helpful, strong, soft-spoken, humble, focused, full of the Spirit... What a great, great man. His example of how we should live our lives will live in our hearts forever. We love him, and we love you, Dixie. We thank you and your dear, sweet husband for your kindness through the past 30-plus years.
Dennis and Kristine Barnett
March 14, 2008
Dear Rupp Family; We are so glad that you came into our lives. Pres Rupp was our first Bishop after our Baptism, he took us under his wing and taught us and loved us, There are no words to express our Love for him and for Dixie. He is one of those special people who came into our life, touched our heart, and we will be forever grateful.
Norman Wendel
March 14, 2008
Dear Sister Rupp and family,
You and Pres. Rupp will always have a special place in our hearts. I will always cherish the time that I was able to have as I served on the High Council with Pres Rupp. You have been an inspiration to us and to all our children through the years, many who recieved their Patriarchal blessings from your wonderful husband. May the Lord Bless and Keep You. Elder and Sister Wendel, Washington DC Temple Missionaries
Michelle Peterson
March 13, 2008
Dear Dixie, and Rupp family(All of you),
I want to express my deepest sympathy to you at this time. I think that your family, (Again, all of you) shows such a great example to us all. It is a great honor to know your family and the love and compassion that you have.
I want to express great appreciation for the Rupp family, but especially to Audrey and Brad.
Sincerely,
Michelle Peterson (VanTielen) and girls, Mackenzie and Jesika Peterson
My thoughts are with you. Dixie
JoAnne & Jerry Hutton
March 13, 2008
To The Rupp Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss President Rupp, we have always enjoyed visiting with him & the Rupp family at church.
Amy Heath (Holbrook)
March 13, 2008
Dixie and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Keith. He was a great man and will be missed. I am so blessed to have known him, he was a great example. We are so blessed to have the atonement. I bet he was a great grandpa!!
With Love,
Amy and Jason Heath(Holbrook)
A good way to remember Grandpa...With his life support!
March 13, 2008
Grandpa driving his baby.
March 13, 2008
Matt Mellor Family
March 13, 2008
Dear Rupp Family,
We truly loved this man. I don't think we have met a more genuine person. He was always so respectful and would go out of his way to say, hi. He was a wonderful man and will never be forgotten.
Tom & Sharon Shaw
March 13, 2008
Dear Dixie & Family,
It is with our most sincere sympathy and reverence that we greet you this day. You and President Rupp have been our biggest heroes! We hold both of you in the highest regards and, outside of our own parents, you have had more influence on us than any other person(s) we have ever met. May the Lord bless you and your family forever. God be with you til we meet again.
Dennis and Ellen Porter
March 13, 2008
Dear Dixie:
Our hearts are full of gratitude for all you and President Rupp have done for our family. We have spent our extire marriage and raised our family by following your example. You are indeed our hero's. It was a pleasure serving as your bishop and learning from your example. Sister Rupp, our hearts ache for your loss, but rejoice in knowing you will always be together with your precious companion. We love you and pray for you during this difficult time. We hope to show you the same type of service you have rendered to us for so many years.
Thank you for who you are and for all you have done for us.
With all our love.
Lucy Baird (Amoco)
March 13, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joseph & Patsy Smout
March 13, 2008
We offer our condolences to you, Sister Rupp, and your family, in the passing of your husband and father, a dear friend and former Stake President. Our love and prayers are with you.
Very truly yours,
Jan (& Ben) King
March 13, 2008
Dear Rupp Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of "Grandpa" Rupp. I know he wasn't my grandpa but those years of living at BYU and spending dinners in your home sure made me think of him like my grandpa. He was always so welcoming, comforting, cheerful, and a great example of someone who loved and worked hard for his family and the Gospel. I'm sure he's working hard still.... My condolences and love to you all!
Ben and Tiffany Barlow
March 13, 2008
President Rupp was my first home teaching companion. I fondly remember visiting many of the older couples in the 20th Ward on our monthly visits. They would discuss how children and grandchildren were doing and problems that arise with old age and then turn to me for a lesson. He was my companion from the time I was 14 until I left for a mission. When we spoke he made me feel important as we discussed what was happening in my life. I felt he was concerned about me and my priesthood responsibilities. Along with my father and grandfathers, President Rupp has always been an example of honoring and fulfilling priesthood responsibilities and became a measuring stick I compare myself to.
Keith Deppe
March 13, 2008
Dear Todd,
If you found a picture of President Rupp next to the definition of charity that would be very appropriate. He was a wonderful example of kindness and peace. I will hold sacred the things he did for me as a young man. May the sting of death be swallowed up in our belief in this wonderful plan. God speed!!
Reed and Helen Brown
March 13, 2008
Dear Sister Rupp and Family: Please accept our condolences and sympathy at the passing of Brother Rupp. He will be missed. It was an honor for us to know and be associated with him. I will always have fond memories of the times we sat together in interviews when it was an honor for me to serve as your stake president. The community has lost a great example, citizen and faithful member of the church. Please know of our love and appreciation for you and your family. Sincerely, Reed and Helen Brown
Jerry and Nancy (Rupp) Smith
March 13, 2008
Dear Dixie and Family:
Our heartfelt condolences are with you at this time. We were sad to hear about Keith's passing, but so thankful for the man he was. I will never forget his nickname for me "Nanny Goat"! He was such a tease! He gave great honor to the Rupp name.
Walter Cunningham
March 13, 2008
Dear Dixie and Family,
Thank Heaven we have a knowledge of the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ! Sweet is the peace the Gospel brings.
Our deepest love and condolences to you, each and all!
Sincerely,
Walter M. & Ronda R. Cunningham, & Family
LeeAnn Packowski
March 13, 2008
sister Rupp & Family--
I will remember Brother Rupp as a very genteel man, and am grateful to have known him.
Love, LeeAnn (Mackay)
Ronald Daw
March 13, 2008
Dear Rupp Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of President Rupp. Even though I didn't know him well I will never forget my interviews with him when I was a young elders quorum president. I could sense of his love for the Lord and for me. I express my deepest sympathies to your family at this time.
Connie Mackay Wilcox
March 13, 2008
Bishop Rupp was a central figure in my growing up years! I cherish the memories he made with youth outings to Bear Lake, visits at Young Women's Camp and testimony meetings. I will remember him as a softspoken giant who impacted many people with his example of love and kindness. Thanks, Bishop Rupp.
Jeanett Smokoff
March 13, 2008
Dear Dixie,
So unexpectedly I came accross the passing of your precious loving husband and felt I must express my deepest sympathy. President Rupp was a man I truly admired. What a great loss, he will be missed by so many. I'm sure the prayers are endless for the strength to get you through this.
March 13, 2008
Dear Dixie and Family,
We are sorry to hear about Keith. He was an awesome man. We really looked up to him. His strength in the has gospel has always been there for all of us to grow from We appreciate all the support and love you & your family have shown us over the years. Our hearts and prayers are with you at this time.
Love JIm & Pat (Rupp) Read (Preston, Idaho)
Randy Mackay
March 13, 2008
Whether it's Keith, Bishop, or President I've always considered him my second dad. And when I think of the finest person I've ever know, my mind always goes directly this gentle man with the soft, kind voice. I will truly miss him.
Dale, Nina & Girls Edgmand
March 13, 2008
Dear Dixie
We love you so much. President Rupp and you were both so much a part of our family's life. We will always remember the many blessings and the great example he has been for us.
Megan Rupp
March 13, 2008
Wow our time with grandpa seemed so short...but it was great! Grandpa taught me so many things; How to water-ski, my love for boating, the importance of life support (AKA Ice Cream), How to tease, and How to be teased (by him). I will love and always remember you grandpa. RIP. Oh and our boating war is still on. I love you!
MaryAnn (Rupp) Spackman
March 13, 2008
Dearest Dixie & Family,
My heartfelt sympathies are with you. I'll always remember Keith and all he did to comfort and support my family during our times of trial. We are so "Blessed" that we have the "ATONEMENT" and ability to achieve 'Eternal life'. Keith is a true 'testament' of a good Christian LDS. May the good LORD bless and comfort you at this time.
AmyAnn Rupp Taylor
March 13, 2008
So many memories ...I truly have been blessed to be his granddaughter ...to learn from him, love him, tease him and be teased by him! And of course, to learn how to water ski from him and understand the importance of life support (ice cream)!!! Grandpa will always be the driver of the boat in my eyes! Love forever ....
Brooks Taylor
March 13, 2008
Though my time knowing Grandpa Rupp was short, the impact was great. He was a good man, who was quick witted, but slow to anger. His gentle and playful nature will always stand as the ideal. I truly became a better person when I was with him, not because I really was, but because he made me feel like a better person. I love and miss him. See you later Granpa Rupp.
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