John Raymond Ripp
February 01, 1938 - March 06, 2021
Obituary
STOUGHTON - John R. Ripp, age 83, of Stoughton, passed away on Saturday, March 6, 2021, at his home. He was born on Feb. 1, 1938, in Wanaukee, the son of John P. and Elizabeth (Helt) Ripp. John graduated from Waunakee High School.
The family moved to Stoughton in 1970 after purchasing the farm. He enjoyed surveying the farm on the gator and watching the wildlife. John proudly worked for Findorff Construction for 43 years. He had many stories to tell about the people he worked with and the jobs he was on. John enjoyed farming part-time on the family farm, watching horse pulls, sports, and making trips to Utica.
John is survived by his children, Dan (Cheri), Paul (Rita), Joyce (Jeff) Mellor, Sue (Doug) Skjolaas, Ray (Becki Slater) and Carol (Joe) Eugster; his grandchildren, Jason (Suzi) Ripp, Jen Bailey, Sam Ripp, Nick Mellor, Luke Mellor, Mary (Craig) Immel, Andy Skjolaas, Jacob Eugster and Kat Eugster; seven great-grandchildren; his brothers, Cyril (Irene) and George (Donna) Ripp; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Marje (Leo) Pertzborn, Betty (George) Marx, Sally (George) Miller, Aggie (Clarence) Ganzer, Viola (Don) Mabis, and Annie (Don) Woodburn.
Per John’s request, he will be cremated, and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Stoughton
Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Hwy 51
(608) 873-4590
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Ron Watters
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So sorry to hear of John's passing he was a good man with a very unique perspective on life . He will be missed . From Sonny Watters
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Wilma Olson
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Dear Carol, So, so sorry to see that your dad died last Saturday. Will try to "catch up" with you and Joe in a few days, if not sooner. Love you much, Aunt Wilma
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Colleen Ramirez
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Sending our condolences on the passing of your dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers. From, Judy (Pertzborn) Collins and Family.
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James Spoerl
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To Ray and Family: Your father was a wonderful man. He treated me and my family with kindness every harvest season. I noticed how special it was for Ray and his Dad to work together to get the corn in. All our best wishes and condolences. Jim Spoerl and Linda Harring