Obituary of Harvey H. Ripps

Harvey H. Ripps passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at the age of 89. He was a loving father and devoted husband to Joan J. Ripps. Harvey and Joan were married for almost 67 years. Harvey was born in Schenectady, New York to Hilda and Irving Ripps on March 12, 1927. He attended Union College of Pharmacy, and was a Pharmacist in upstate New York for over 40 years. Harvey owned a number of pharmacies throughout the Tri-cities area during his career including and a very successful Durable Medical Equipment store. He enjoyed spending time with his family, golfing, playing bridge with friends, and of course a good chocolate candy bar. He is survived by his wife, Joan; his four children, Janet (Jerry) Seattle, WA, Melinda(Bob), Ballston Lake NY, Rick (Barbara), Schenectady, NY and Andrew (Linda), Boca Raton, FL, and his four grandchildren, Zachariah (Courtney), Karina, Taylor and Chandler. A celebration of Harvey's life will be held on Wednesday April 13th at The Gardens Memorial Park in Boca Raton, Florida.To leave a condolence message for the family, please visit levinememorialchapel