Michelle A. Ripperda, 33, of Trenton, IL, died Monday, June 24, 2024, St. Joseph
Hospital, Highland, IL.

She was born on December 22, 1990, to Edward and Kathryn (née Watt) Ripperda in St.
Mary's Hospital, Clayton, MO.

Michelle was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Highland, IL. She spent her days in
Holly's House of Hope carries out projects. She founded the Lewis and Clark College for Life
program and I really enjoyed it. Michelle loved swimming at the Korte Rec. Center,
Camp and her fluffy socks. She was the sweetest girl who loved being with her nieces,
her whole family and in the middle of all the activities. Michelle loved music and Disney
programs; Winnie the Pooh was her last favorite show.

Her twin sister Ashley died before her in infancy.

Michelle is survived by her parents, Ed and Kathy Ripperda, Trenton, IL; her sister,
Stephanie (Michael) Ashford, Highland, IL, nieces, Payton and Sophia; several aunts,
Uncles and cousins.

Donations can be made to Hope Lutheran Church, Highland, IL or Holly's House of
Hope.

Visitation: Friday, June 28, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Meridith Funeral Home,
Highland, IL, and Saturday, June 29, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Hope Lutheran
Church, Highland, Illinois.

Funeral service: Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at Hope Lutheran Church.

Clergy: Rev. Scott Busacker, Pastor.

Burial: Highland City Cemetery.