Obituary for Debra S. Ripsz GRAFTON/WESTBOROUGH: “If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else” – Booker T. Washington. Debra S. Ripsz lived selflessly, inspiring and impacting the lives of everyone in her circle of family and friends. She passed away peacefully on April 24th surrounded by her loving family who honor her legacy by loving unconditionally.
Debra was born in Worcester in September of 1960 and resided in Westboro for the past 22 years. She lived a life that was aptly described as having more width than it did length through her adventurous spirit marked by skiing, kayaking and catamaran racing to name a few. Deb made everyone feel special and inspired us to live better lives.
She never lost her sense of humor and had an unmistakable laugh that would stand out in any crowd. Deb was a top ranked 6th degree black belt in Kenpo Karate. Her love of martial arts and her business Defensewise, located in Grafton, with its strong core values, will live on through all her students and those who taught beside her.
Debra leaves behind her siblings, Donna Towne and her son Alex, Stephen Ripsz and his wife Karen and their children Brandon and Kayleen as well as her mother Jean Enhus. She was predeceased by her father Steve Ripsz and loving grandmother Elsie Biscardi. Debra’s family asks that you join them in celebrating her life and legacy Sunday April 29th from 2pm to 5pm at Roney Funeral Home 152 Worcester St. N. Grafton, MA 01536 followed by a Remembrance Service at 5pm.
Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Debra Ripsz Scholarship Fund c/o Donna Towne 14 Shepherd Road Westborough, MA 01581. A Book of Memories to share how Debra left a lasting impact on your life, or a favorite memory is available online at: www.
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death notice Debra S Ripsz September 15, 1960 — April 24, 2018
obituary notice Debra S Ripsz September 15, 1960 — April 24, 2018
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