James Riepenhoff Sr. Obituary
In loving memory of James Riepenhoff Sr. (Gahanna, Ohio), who departed this world on October 1, 2025 at the age of 78. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Riepenhoff Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his mother Nell Riepenhoff; his siblings, Mary Lou Michael and Jay Riepenhoff; his siblings-in-law, JoAnne Ervin, Mary Turner, Skidmore, Fred Michael and Joe Turner; and his parent Charlie Distributing.
He is survived by: his wife Ann Riepenhoff (Ervin); his children, Bethany Ann Sanford (Larry) and Patrick Riepenhoff (Tami); his grandchildren, Larry "Trey" Sanford, III, Nicholas Sanford, Ella Sanford, Grant Riepenhoff and Blake Riepenhoff; his brother Charles "Chuck" Riepenhoff (Susan); his siblings-in-law, James "Jimmy" Ervin and Dorothy Riepenhoff; and his pet Emmie. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews; numerous friends, including his supportive neighbors.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 7th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Wednesday, October 8th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, October 8th 2025 at 4:41 PM at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to consider donating in Jim's memory to the Muscular Dystrophy Association at http://www.mda.org.
