Shirley Ann Ripberger
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85, of Indianapolis, passed away October 26, 2021. She was born June 12, 1936 in Elwood, IN, to the late William J. and Mary M. Stone. Shirley was a graduate of Wendell Willkie High School, Elwood. She married Phillip Ripberger, and he preceded her in death October 25, 2011. Shirley was employed with J.F. Molloy & Associates in the insurance processing division for 30 years. Shirley enjoyed shopping, traveling and participating in the Senior Citizens group at the Shortridge YMCA. She was the true matriarch who held the family together.
Visitation will be Monday, November 1, 2021 from 12 noon until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel, 9606 E. Washington Street.
Shirley is survived by her children, Jeff Sparks (Jeanne) and Sandy Holmes; grandchildren, Danielle Kratoska, Stephanie Sparks, Cyrah Holder and Christie Holmes; eight great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Stacie Holmes; three sisters; and three brothers. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Community Home Health Hospice. www.shirleybrothers.com.