David Peter Ripplinger Obituary

The memory of David Peter Ripplinger of Las Cruces, New Mexico, who passed away on February 10, 2026 at the age of 89, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, David P Ripplinger and Marian Claire Derry; his son David Elliott Ripplinger; and his former wife Mary Lou Ripplinger. He is survived by: his wife Ellen Oesterle Schwab Ripplinger; his sister Marcia Ripplinger Roller; his daughters, Janet Diamanti (David) and Kris Wallace (Kevin Hall); his daughter-in-law Jennifer Devoe Ripplinger; and his grandchildren, James "Jimmy" Diamanti (Natalie), Jesse Diamanti Quero (Matt), Faith Diamanti, Aaron Ripplinger (Kristen), Hannah Ripplinger and Frederick "Freddy" Ripplinger.