CROSS PLAINS - David Joseph Ripp, age 70, of Cross Plains, passed away at home on Saturday, January 24, 2026. He was born on September 30, 1955, in Milwaukee, the son of Joseph and Rosemarie (Lauber) Ripp.

David graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, then attended the Rhode Island School of Design and taught Architectural Design at the Art Institute of Atlanta. He then moved to New York City where he made his home for over 30 years, starting and running his own design business. Upon retiring in 2019, he made his way back to Cross Plains.

David was a voracious reader and also found much joy in landscaping around his home, experimenting with new and different types of plantings. He enjoyed spending time outside with his beloved dog, Ginger, while talking to neighbors and people out for their daily walks. David loved his family deeply and always looked forward to seeing them. He was especially excited about the recent additions of a great-niece and nephew.

David is survived by his sister, DiAnna (Don) Knutson of Cross Plains; nephews and niece, Nicholas (Shannon) Kooyman of Denver, Layne (Karen Keegan) Knutson of Minneapolis, Darrick Knutson of Minneapolis, and Carrie Knutson of Middleton; great-niece, Sutton Kooyman; and great-nephew, Finn Keegan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Rosemarie Ripp.

A visitation will be held at GUNDERSON CROSS PLAINS FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 2421 Church St., Cross Plains, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2026. A private family inurnment will take place at St. Francis Xavier Columbarium.

Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson Cross Plains
Funeral & Cremation Care
2421 Church St.
(608) 798-3141

David Ripp

September 30, 1955 - January 24, 2026

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