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Richard Kippels Obituary

Age 82 Of St. Paul died at home surrounded by family on Sunday, July 29, 2012. Preceded in death by parents Paul & Esther; brothers Paul & Tom, sister Lucille Matheny, and son Donald. Survived by wife Lorraine, sister Lois Juricko, children Denny (Patty), Kathy (Bob) Gardas, Carolyn Finken, Nancy (Jeff) Rayburn, Susan, David, & Debbie (Tim) Peters; 19 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Memorial service Thursday, August 2, 10:30 AM with a visitation one hour before at: www.Washburn-McReavy.com Columbia Heights Chapel 4101 Central Av. NE 763-789-4436

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Published by Pioneer Press on Jul. 31, 2012.

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Shawn Gillaspey

December 20, 2012

So sorry to of the loss of Kipp
It been so many years I think of your family from time to time
Give my love to all. Shawn

August 2, 2012

To Lorraine and Family, So sorry to hear of Kips passing. He was a great guy and I will never forget all of our good times together from Wilson Hi,your wedding,and later with Keith. Much love to you, Lolly & your great family. Arnette

Sean Casey

August 2, 2012

To the entire Kippels family - We are saddened by the loss of such a great man. We will always cherish all of the fond memories of you all and the fun times on the corner of Marshall and Cretin. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you in this time of sadness.

Sean and the entire Casey family.

Jerome Peters

August 2, 2012

All the Kipples are in our prayers.

Patti Keefe Kippels

August 2, 2012

A devoted husband, admired father, beloved grandfather, and oh so beloved great-grandfather! Sorely to be missed, never forgotten and forever in our hearts.

Celebrate his life and take comfort in knowing he is now pain free and at peace. With my deepest sympathy.

Michele Gardas

August 1, 2012

Kipp you will be missed....My sincere condolences to all of the family,just know he has no pain and he will be watching over all of you.You will all meet again . Michele Gardas(Monticello,MN)

Kassie Brondyke

August 1, 2012

I will always love you

Kelly Gardas

August 1, 2012

Grandpa I love you and miss you. Hope you are having fun up there watching your crazy family. Say hello to everyone up there for us!

Sandi Chittenden

August 1, 2012

Susan & the entire Kippels family, I am so sorry for your loss. Always remember the good times & keep his memory alive. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you in this time of sadness.

Dee Gustafson

August 1, 2012

I miss you as a friend/neighbor and oh how I miss your smile when I would bring you fresh baked cookies. No more pain and free now like the wings of a dove. I know you will be watching over your wonderful family.

Brenda Weber

August 1, 2012

My sincere condolences to the Kippels Family.

Kassie Brondyke

August 1, 2012

I was so blessed to have you as my Gramp. I will love you always and forever. Rest in Peace. See you again someday...

Debbie Kippels Peters

July 31, 2012

I am so blessed to have you as my Dad. Thank you for all the wonderful memories. I am very happy that you are now cancer free, smiling, laughing and golfing with all of our loved ones that have passed, and I am sure you are making them all laugh with your sense of humor.

Karen Greer-Haselman

July 31, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss!

Alex Finken

July 31, 2012

You will always be remembered as the best Grandpa in this world.

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