Violet R. Ripken Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Violet R. Ripken of Aberdeen, Maryland, born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, who passed away on February 26, 2021, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Charles E. and Hazel C. Gross (Cullum); her children, Ellen L. Ripken (John Vananzo) of Aberdeen, Calvin E. Ripken, Jr. (Laura) of Annapolis, Frederick C. Ripken of Havre and William O. Ripken (Candace) of Fallston; her sister Lois Cleary; her grandchildren, Austyn, Mariah (Brett Curll), Rachel, Ryan, Miranda (Alex Burdeshaw), Anna, Reese and Jack; and her great grandchild Kaedan J. Lucas.

In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory may be made to the Harford County Boys and Girls Club, PO Box 1106, Aberdeen, MD 21001 or to the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation, 1427 Clarkview Rd., Suite 100, Baltimore, MD 21209.