Raymond Earl Rippetoe of Melissa, Texas was born December 21, 1959 in Pampa, Texas to Bill Lee Rippetoe and Frankie Bell (Dewees) Rippetoe. He passed away July 29, 2016 in Dallas, Texas at the age of 56 years 7 months and 8 days.
Ray was raised in Hobbs, New Mexico where he graduated high school and attended Jr. college. He moved to Lubbock, Texas to enroll at Texas Tech. It was here that he met and married the love of his life, Sherry Moore.
The couple began their marriage in Louisiana. They had two wonderful sons, Ryan and Adam, while living there. The family moved to Allen, Texas in 1992. The boys were raised in Allen. Ray enjoyed spending time with his boys and was very proud of both of them. Although the family has lived in other places since, Allen is considered home.
Ray was known as many things including mentor, friend, son, cousin, nephew, brother and, most of all, as a loving and remarkable father and husband. He was an instant friend to everyone who crossed his path in life. He will be deeply missed.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Warlo Rippetoe; and sister, Wanda Bruns.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years Sherry of Melissa, Texas; sons Ryan and Adam both of Melissa; and brothers, Bill Rippetoe of Dallas and Frank Rippetoe of New Mexico.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM on Friday, August 5th, 2016 at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Chapel in Allen, Texas.