sara shull (purdy)
earrolsarashull@yaho.com
Friday September 6, 2013 at
2:01 PM
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I often think about hi, he was a great teacher. I moved to Central Montcalmmy freshman year. Shortly after was diagnosed with kidney failure. I had to have a transplant. During that time I missed almost a year of school. Mr.Ripplinger came to my house and helped me keep up with my school work. When I was able to go back to school he helped me carry my look from class to class because I couldn't lift them. He also set a extra class hour so I could catch up on my work and make sure I had all my credits. If it was not for this outstanding teacher I would not have my high school diploma. I only wish I had a chance to let him know this.
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Jane St. Peter Broussard
Saturday December 4, 2010 at
9:40 PM
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I am so sorry for your loss! Mr. Ripplinger was one of the first teachers to make me think and not just memorize facts. He was challenging and funny and one of my favorite teachers. I was in his class during his first year at CMHS, and he was an excellent teacher from the beginning. He captured our attention by imitating Steve Martin or asking thought provoking questions. When I think of the type of teacher I want to be, I think of him.
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Duane Jarratt
Friday June 13, 2008 at
9:20 PM
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Dale: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May your sorrow be as brief as the life of the delicate butterfly, and your memories as lasting as its beauty.
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Sammi Kaiser
Friday March 21, 2008 at
12:22 AM
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Mr. Ripplinger was my favorite teacher i loved his class and i loved that he was a teacher that cared about his students i went through a hard time my senior year with my grandpa battling cancer and him dying Mr Ripplinger was always there when i needed to talk and always made sure i was alright.... i am going to miss him RIP Mr Ripplinger
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Andy Spencer
Wednesday March 19, 2008 at
8:50 PM
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Rip was my government teacher and yearbook advisor. We were lucky to have him, as he really cared that we learned something in his classes. Unafraid to teach to points peripheral to the lecture at hand, he would engage in back and forth debate with students, then diffuse discussions that got too heated with a rub of the beard and a "see me after class . . . see me after class." A good balance!
Thanks to Rip for all the effort he gave us over the years at CMHS. Sincere condolences and best regards to his family.
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marvin and janice neitzel
mjneitzel@yahoo.com
Monday March 17, 2008 at
12:40 PM
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Dale: Steve was a very caring person and Marv thought highly of Steve as a teacher colleague and friend at Central Montcalm High School. I can remember when Steve was still single and would ride his bike to our house. He was very happy, Dale, when he met you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Heidi Springsteen Pollard
Monday March 17, 2008 at
1:51 AM
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So sorry to hear about Mr. Ripplinger. I was a graduate in 1984. He used to teach our journalisim classes and was very involved with the year books. He always kept us on task with his with & wisdom. He will be missed my many. My condolences.
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Jenny Guerra
Wednesday March 12, 2008 at
12:32 PM
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Dale, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Stephen was a wonderful person!
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Shayna Garfield
Wednesday March 12, 2008 at
9:02 AM
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Stephen was such a joy and a light in this world. Dale, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Morgan Springsteen
Tuesday March 11, 2008 at
4:40 PM
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My favorite memory of Mr. Ripplinger was when I was a sophomore, we were in class one day and he was lecturing, and people weren't exactly giving him their undivided attention. All of a sudden, with no warning, he was standing on his desk. He didn't make a big scene of it. He was just...suddenly there...and he said, "Anyone seen Dead Poet's Society?" I raised my hand, and he said, "She gets it," and got back down, and went on with his lecture like nothing had happened.
I'm really going to miss him. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
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Jamie Hopkins
Tuesday March 11, 2008 at
7:54 AM
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Steve was both my teacher and colleague here at CMHS. I truly believe that every teacher is a sum of all of the teachers he or she learned from over the years. I know there are things that I do and strive to be in my classroom that are a direct result of being Steves student. I am missing him today and know that I will always be affected by my time in his classroom and as his colleague.
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Jessica Lane
Tuesday March 11, 2008 at
12:33 AM
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I just wanted to offer condolences to all of Mr. Ripplinger's family. I was a student of his when I went to CMHS, although I graduated in 2006 I kept updated on his status and even prayed for his recovery. Out of all 4 years that I attended that high school, the things that probably stick with me the most are the things I learned in his classes. He was a great teacher and mentor and had a great sense of humor. I just want the whole family to know I am thinking of all of you.
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Kelsey Stewart
Monday March 10, 2008 at
5:25 PM
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I'm deeply sorry about the loss of Mr.Ripplenger. I had him as a teacher my freshman and sophmore year in school. he was a great teacher i enjoyed being in his class. He will be greatly missed.
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Ed & Lynda Rentfrow
Monday March 10, 2008 at
4:28 PM
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You are in our thoughts and prayers Dale.
Our deepest sympathy to the Ripplinger family.
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Marcia Cloud
Monday March 10, 2008 at
1:24 PM
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Dale and family. My brother Dan alway spoke highly of Steve. Since he is not here with us, I just wanted to extend my condolences to the family...My thoughts and prayers are with you....if you need anything, let me know...
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Kim Diehl
Monday March 10, 2008 at
11:47 AM
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Dale and family,
My sister called me Friday to tell me your sad news. Steve and my dad, Denny Diehl, taught together in the social studies department at CMHS for many many years. I also had Mr. Ripplinger for one class my senior year.
If there is one thing you can take heart in, know that the CMHS "family" keeps you in their thoughts and prayers. Kristi said that there were many familiar faces at visitation yesterday. I wish I could have added my own.
Kim Diehl de Yanes
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tabitha mcpherson
Monday March 10, 2008 at
10:46 AM
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I'm really sorry to hear about you loss he was a greate man and a devoted educator and he will be missed by many. I was one of his students and I no its gonna be weird to go back in that school without seein him in the history hall!
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Dave Anderson
Monday March 10, 2008 at
9:05 AM
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I am truly sorry to hear that "Ripp" has passed away...he will be missed. With me being a U of M fan, I could always count on a little razzing from him, with his MSU background. He was a coach, a teacher and a friend.
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Jeff Kortes
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
9:56 PM
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I was sorry to hear of Ripp's passing. He always had a smile and a positive outlook on life. I am proud to have had him as a coach, teacher and friend. I'll always remember the fun we had putting together the 82 yearbook, aptly titled, the "CM Lampoon." He was one of a kind and will sadly be missed.
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Ken Solomon's sister's, Mary Lou, Judy, and Scotty Hilbrand
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
8:35 PM
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Dear Dale,
We were so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Richelle Lentz (Bogue)
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
8:03 PM
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Im am so sorry to hear that Mr. Riplinger has passed. He was a wonderful man and a great teacher. I will always remember him. He made a great impression on me and taught me that good things came through hard work. He will truly be missed.
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Rodney Petersen
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
7:42 PM
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Ripp touched my life in every possible way - as my coach, yearbook advisor, government teacher, and as a friend. He was a great teacher and most importantly a great role model for his students. My life and career have been indelibly shaped by his positive influence. He will truly be missed on this earth, but the angels in heaven are rejoicing to have such a wonderful man among them.
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Mike Pendleton
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
7:32 PM
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Dale, I just found out about your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I haven't seen Steve or you since we graduated from WPHS. I had always hoped to catch up with Steve again. Our lockers were next to each other for all 4 years. May God wrap you in His loving arms and ease your pain. Rest in Peace Steve. God Bless You! I will say a prayer for you all. Mike
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jill dibble
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
6:55 PM
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Dear Dale,
I was so sorry to hear of Steve's death. He was always such a pleasant person when in the office. My condolences go out to you.
Sincerely,
Jill Dibble
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Madison Anderson
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
5:17 PM
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I'm sorry that Mr. Ripplinger died. He was a good person and a very good teacher. His classes were always fun and I enjoyed going to them. It's to bad he couldn't stay with us longer, but we appreciated the time he had with us.
Sincerely,
Madison Anderson
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Carrie ( Haight) McCarthy
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
3:09 PM
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I know Mr. Ripplinger but i was not in his class. but everytime i saw him in the hallway every morning and every afternoon. He is very nice guy . I am sorry to hear of the loss of nice guy . I was graduated in 1998 from Central Montcalm High school.
May you rest in peace Mr. Ripp!!!
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Angie Sorenson
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
2:22 PM
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I am so sorry to hear of the loss of such a wonderful man. He was an outstanding teacher the made learning fun. May you rest in peace Ripp you will be greatly missed.
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Homer Shrader
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
1:27 PM
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Dale I am very sorry to hear about Steve. Steve and yourself have been wonderful friends over the years and I always looked forward to when we could get together whether it was in Greenville or Laughlin, Nevada. You and your family are in my prayers.
Homer Shrader
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Erin Anderson
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
10:36 AM
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Ripplinger was an amazing teacher, who really had a passion for what he did. I was lucky to have him as a teacher both years I attended Central Montcalm. Every time he saw me in the hall I would always get a greeting. He was a great man.
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Anna Ledford
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
12:25 AM
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Dale,
I worked with Steve at Central Montcalm for 12 years. He was always one of my favorite people to be around. I know that my son, Josh, (graduated 1993) thought the world of Steve. Mr. Riplinger's name is always the one Josh brings up when mentioning his favorite teacher. I saw Steve a couple of years ago at a State Social Studies Conferences in GR. He had a big smile and hug for me as we spent a few moments reminiscing about my years at CM. I know he will be greatly missed by that high school. I am so fortunate to have had the honor to work with Rip and call him my friend. I will keep you in my prayers. Josh send his condolences as well.
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Kelly Ross
Saturday March 8, 2008 at
9:13 PM
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Dale, sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
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Scott Eckhart
Saturday March 8, 2008 at
8:11 PM
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Although Steve and I never got the chance to work together at CMHS,the few times that he and I did have conversations made me realize that he was a man of great integrity who cared deeply about others and his role as an educator. He will be greatly missed at Central Montcalm High School.
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Chris Nanzer
Saturday March 8, 2008 at
6:44 PM
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Steve will be deeply missed. He was a voice of reason during all of the school improvement initiatives and offered support & advice to me during my 20 years of working with him.
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Jan Pearl
Saturday March 8, 2008 at
6:42 PM
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Dear Dale,
Although I do not know you personally, and it's been quite a few years since I worked directly, I want you to know that I truly belive he made a difference in the lives of some young people. He always cared. That's what teaching is about.
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Penny Dora
Saturday March 8, 2008 at
5:59 PM
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Ripp taught me more than any teacher I ever had. He will always be my favorite. His lessons are ones I still live by today and have shared with my own children. God bless his family in such a sad and difficult time.
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Tim Tow
Saturday March 8, 2008 at
4:35 PM
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I was a student during his first year at Central Montcalm. I considered him a good teacher and a fried; I will never forget him.
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Phil Lund
Saturday March 8, 2008 at
3:56 PM
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Steve touched lives from the first year he taught at Central Montcalm. We remember him fondly all the way back from the 76-77 school year. Please accept our condolences.
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Sheena Sanders
Saturday March 8, 2008 at
1:38 PM
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I will remember Steve as the only guy who could call THIS 35-year-old woman "Kid" and get away with it. I'll miss that most.He was "old school," but in a way that worked.
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Meredith Linder
Saturday March 8, 2008 at
11:30 AM
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My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Mr. Ripplinger was a great guy and teacher!
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Susan Feuersein
Saturday March 8, 2008 at
9:50 AM
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Dale,
I was a former student of Mr. Ripplinger, graduating in 1980. I'm so sorry for your loss. Know my prayers are with you. He touched many young lives thru teaching & made learning fun.
May the Lord comfort you at this sad time & always.
Susan Feuerstein
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Stephen Alan Ripplinger age 55 of Thomas Lake, Gowen died at home March 7, 2008.
