Posts to the tribute of Mel Ripley

Joe Miklos posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
Sorry for your loss Joe Miklos
Walter Tomaszewski posted a condolence
Sunday, February 12, 2023
My condolences to the Ripley Family. I met Mel at Branch 28 Legion and of course at his dry cleaning store. We chatted a few times at the old branch and I always walked away knowing the Legion was in good hands with members like him. Always firm and polite with his opinions. Mel was there contributing to the Legion's never-ending fundraising events and he participated with every Poppy Campaign. May he rest in peace.
Shirley Robertson posted a condolence
Sunday, February 12, 2023
Q: What will you miss most about Mel? A: I will forever miss his loving kindness and support. He would always listen if I needed someone to talk to. He was the most caring and beautiful friend a person could ever want to have and I am so glad I had that opportunity to know him. He will be in my heart for the rest of my life. Thank you Mel for being you. Miss you my dearest friend and always will. Be at peace. Shirley Robertson
Melissa Wood lit a candle
Saturday, February 11, 2023
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My condolences.
Sally A Thompson posted a condolence
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Brent, Tammy Sam Thinking of you at this time. Sending big hugs and sincere sympathy to all Sally & Lloyd Thompson and Family
Tracy Shaw posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, February 11, 2023
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Shelly; Pam; Brett and families so sorry to learn about the loss of your Father ...... thoughts and prayers with all of you at this most difficult time in his journey. May he rest in peace
Katherine Gyssels posted a condolence
Saturday, February 11, 2023
So very sorry to hear of Uncle Mel’s passing!! I have a very fond memory of Uncle Mel coming home from the army (don't remember if it was just a furlough or not).. I was just a very little girl and have this image that we were in Grandma Ripley’s kitchen and he was in uniform. I remember him picking me up and giving me a little charm. It was a replica of the Eiffel Tower. ….Katherine Gyssels, Sturgeon County, Alberta.
ROSS STENNETT posted a condolence
Friday, February 10, 2023
SINCERE CONDOLENCES FROM ROSS STENNETT -- MEL's LUNCH MATE AT C.R.R. SINCE NOV. 25, 2022 WHEN I MOVED IN FROM MY HOUSE AT 106 MURRAY STREET IN CHATHAM. I GAVE MY NEW FRIEND TWO BACK BRUSHES -- THE OLDER ONE WAS TO BE GIVEN TO OUR MUTUAL FRIEND BOB SEYMOUR BUT MEL NEVER GOT AROUND TO DOING SO DUE TO HIS MULTIPLE VISITS TO HOSPITAL.
Bill Playfoot posted a condolence
Friday, February 10, 2023
My sincere condolences to you and your family, Brent. I enjoyed all the times spent together with Mel through Kinsmen events and fishing. Bill Playfoot
Deryl & Stan Giera posted a condolence
Friday, February 10, 2023
We are so sorry to here of Mel's passing....I knew Mel through his work with Operation Cover-Up...his efforts to help keep our most vulnerable citizens warm during the winter were commendable. Our condolences Brent and Tammy and family. Deryl & Stan Giera
Mary and Larry Tuck posted a condolence
Friday, February 10, 2023
Our sincere condolences to Mel’s family. He was good friend to us and will be missed by all.
Randy and Lynda Ross posted a condolence
Friday, February 10, 2023
Our sincere condolences to Shelley, Pam, Brent and all of the family. Also thinking of Gloria at this time.
Randy Ross posted a condolence
Friday, February 10, 2023
When I was quite young (4 or 5) and I went to visit Grandma Ripley with my mother, Uncle Mel would say, "Hi Skookum." and take me for rides on his bicycle. He had a big carrier on the front and I was able to sit in it while he rode around the block with me. That was over 65 years ago but the memory is as clear as day.
Lindsey Whitmarsh posted a condolence
Friday, February 10, 2023
Growing up he was my favourite great uncle. I don’t think I ever called him Uncle Mel but rather Uncle boop. He would always tell me there was something on my shirt and as I would look down he would raise his hand with one finger out and boop me on the nose. Something to this day I have never forgotten. He will be missed and loved beyond belief.
Randy Ross posted a condolence
Friday, February 10, 2023
When I was quite young (4 or 5) and I went to visit Grandma Ripley with my mother, Uncle Mel would say, "Hi Skookum." and take me for rides on his bicycle. He had a big carrier on the front and I was able to sit in it while he rode around the block with me. That was over 65 years ago but the memory is as clear as day.
A Memorial Tree was planted for Mel Ripley
Friday, February 10, 2023
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Hinnegan-Peseski Funeral Home
The family of Mel Ripley uploaded a photo
Friday, February 10, 2023
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