April 28, 2019

Dave and I were at Grad School together, each working on a PhD, in Organic Chemistry, working for the same Research Advisor.  I knew DAVE before he fell in love wit, and married Maurine. I loved them both, attended their wedding, spent quiet time with them during the grad school years. When we both moved beyond PSU, our friendship continued. Gretchen came, and I had the honor of being her Godfather.
Both Dave and Maurine were outstanding people. David Ripple was the “salt of the earth”, willing to help anyone needing an assist, loving friends over many, many years and so supportive of children and family.  If only the world had millions and millions of DAVE Ripples; our worldly problems would be very few.
He loved Maurine, GRETCHEN and Carl without condition. He was a perfect example of father and friend. He will be remembered.
Love you “Big Rip”
JLM
 
 

September 08, 2017

Maurine, Gretchen and Carl,
Please accept our heartfelf sympathy with the loss of your husband and father.  David will be missed.  Remember we are just next door if you need us.  We are here for you and will keep you in our prayers
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Linda and Gary Hikes

September 07, 2017

Just returned from a Canadian RV trip to learn of Dave’s death. To say we are sorry is an understatement. We do hope his passing was quick & easy for him. We know it will not be quick or easy for you, Maurine. Or for you too Gretchen. I have a commitment that I can’t get out off, but Sterling is still working on the possibility of coming to Lititz.
Again want to convey our sorrow. Do take care of yourselves, and know that we care. 
God bless, Sara & Sterling Coleman

September 07, 2017

Our thought and prayers go out to the Ripple Family.  I have fond memories of working with Dave at LZ for many years.  We even travelled to Japan together.  I still have some fossils Dave found and gave me.  I use them with grade school students that I tutor so indirectly he has influenced future generations of scientists.  We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank & Marjorie Zalar

September 05, 2017

So sorry about your loss. We are too far away to attend (AZ), but our thoughts will be with you in October and beyond. Our best to Gretchen & Carl. Love, Nancy & Clait (cousins)

September 04, 2017

Sincere sympathy to both you and your mother, Gretchen. You are in my heart and prayers.
Love,
Gwen Clevenger (your ex-work mom) 

September 04, 2017

So sorry to hear obout David’s passing.  On behalf of the Deacons at Old South Church and other members we send our deepest sympathy.
God bless you and family.  

September 02, 2017

I had many opportunities to work with Dave during my tenure at Lubrizol.  He was a joy to work with and even more of a joy to know.  RIP Rip.

September 01, 2017

BabS and I send our deepest sympathies. 

September 01, 2017

Loved working with Dave, his humor and we were co-authors on my first SAE technical paper. 

September 01, 2017

Sorry to hear about Davids passing. We will miss him. Our heartfelt condolences to Maurine, Gretchen, and Carl.
Larry and Dottie King