Robert Ripley's obituary , Passed away on March 6, 2025 in North Tonawanda, New York
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Robert Ripley

October 7, 1951 - March 6, 2025 (73 years old)

North Tonawanda, New York

Robert Ripley's obituary , Passed away on March 6, 2025 in North Tonawanda, New York
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Robert Ripley

October 7, 1951 - March 6, 2025 (73 years old)

North Tonawanda, New York

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Robert Ripley Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Robert Ripley (North Tonawanda, New York), who passed away at the age of 73, on March 6, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his grandchild Christian Knuutila; his parents, Glenn Ripley and Pauline Merry Ripley; his siblings, Carol Sessions and Gail Nestark; and his parent-in-law Florian Frankenberger.

He is survived by: his wife Kathleen Frankenberger Ripley; his children, Jennifer Cottrell (Eric), Kimberly Knuutila (Jason) and Michael Ripley; his grandchildren, Emily, Ashleigh Cottrell, Matthew, Aaron and Jillian Knuutila; his siblings, Debbie Garlock (late Jim), Paul Ripley (Francine), Gary Ripley and Ron Ripley; his mother-in-law Patricia; and his siblings-in-law, Sue Dietz (Kermit) and Paul Frankenberger (Karen). He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob's name can be made to DeSales Catholic School, https://www.desalescatholicschool.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rutland-Corwin Funeral Home, Inc.

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Elaine Ruggiero wrote a sympathy message

“From the Ripley cousins of the Dick and Leona Wagner family. Though we did not see each other much since your family moved from Erie, PA, we do have fond memories when Quay and family would visit Glenn and Helen in Belle Valley. Our sympathies to you in your loss. It is always difficult to lose a spouse, a father, and a brother. May you find comfort in the arms of the Almighty who cares and protects you (Ps 91). From Carol, Belva, Elaine Charles, Alice and Arlene Wagner, Harbor Creek, PA”

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Good Shepherd Catholic Church
5442 Tonawanda Creek Rd, North Tonawanda, NY 14120

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