GoFundMe: Rippe Children Education Fund

A fatal car crash in Ford County (Saturday) that killed 38-year-old Ryan Rippe of Crescent City now offers the community an opportunity to help. A GoFundMe fundraiser has been created by Ryan’s brother to help the family.

Mike Rippe writes in his GoFundMe story that his brother (Ryan) "leaves behind his wife of 11 years, Stephanie and three little kids, Annabeth, Avery and Rhys.” Mike writes, "Ryan was gentle, kind, and the best father around. Losing him has been a shock and the most challenging thing our family has faced. The kids adore their daddy, and it's tough for us to imagine their lives without him. Their mother, Stephanie, is a hard-working 1st grade teacher who will give her kids the world despite losing her beloved husband."
To view the GoFundMe, please visit: https://gf.me/v/c/s5y3/yjwdkw-rippe-children-education-fund

Photos and videos posted on the GoFundMe are public and free for use, courtesy of GoFundMe.

A “Rippe Children Education Fund” is also set up at the First Trust and Savings Bank in Watseka.

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