Louis Ripepi Sr. had a special way of reaching out to those in need. He was known for his tenderness and individual attention he would give to grief-stricken families. He built a reputation as an honest, caring and respected member of the community. But his true mark was left on his family. Louis, a loving husband and father of four, was revered and admired for dedication to his wife, Rose Marie, his son, Louis, Jr. and his daughters Maryellen, Linda and Sandra.

Louis D. Ripepi, Jr. followed in his father’s footsteps and is continuing his legacy of caring today. Serving side by side with his dad from 1979 until his father passed away in 2000, Louis, Jr. watched and learned from the very best.

A life-long resident of Parma, Louis Jr. attended St. Charles Grade School and Padua Franciscan High School. He received his Bachelors of Science from Ashland University.

Louis Jr. is a true believer in supporting the community. He is active in his church and is committed to several professional and community organizations, including:

• Cuyahoga County Funeral Directors
• Embalmers Association of Cleveland 
• Board of Directors – Parma Community Hospital
• Parma Planning Commission (past member)
• Parma Area Chamber of Commerce
• Holy Family Catholic Church
• St. Rocco Catholic Church
• Our Lady of Mercy Confraternity Club
• NOIA Foundation
• Southwest Italian Club
• Home Family Club

Louis Jr. has dedicated his life to his vocation and he plans to continue his father’s tradition of caring for many years to come.