Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I know you were laughing at us on your birthday. Valen and I were so sad but you were twirling your hair that is not gray (or thin) and thinking you pulled one over on us. We love you anyway, Babe, and miss you every day. Love, Mother

Anonymous

May 3, 2011

Thinking of you today, on your birthday. Miss you.

Anonymous

April 29, 2011

Another year has come and gone and your baby buggy is getting ready to go to Afghanistan soon. We made it through December by the hair of our chinny chin chin - not a whole lot easier as Valen said. We miss you every day. Love, Mother

Gyna Ripp
Mother

January 3, 2011

Still miss you, still think of you often. Always will.

Anonymous

December 8, 2010

Just thinking of you today. Nothing particular, just thinking. As you watch over us, I know you laugh. The boys are getting older and they are so much fun! And your brother is still the love of my life. He misses you!! Till next time.....

Kathy Ripp

August 20, 2010

I know it's been awhile since I have been able to bring myself to this site, it's harder every year that passes. I thought for awhile that things would get better with time.. well that's not the outcome for me. This year is harder than any of the other ones. GG is the first in the family to break a bone and I know if you were here you would be lecturing her as some one should lol. Brayton is starting to talk about you alot more. He points at your picture and tells "stories" that you and him share. He never got the chance to meet you but if you listen to him, you would think he has. I know in my heart you are in a better place. I honestly understand that. I know I am being selfish wishing you were here with me. I love you forever and always. You are my MOMMA! Miss you all day - everyday!
Valen Ripp Robinson

Valen Ripp Robinson
Daughter

April 30, 2010

Happy 45th birthday, Babe. We all miss you so much. Love, Mother

Gyna Ripp
Mother

April 29, 2010

Happy Birthday sweet Sister, I love you and miss you terribly.

Buggy
USMC

April 29, 2010

Thinking of you today...

Anonymous

April 29, 2010

Thinking of you today, your birthday, and every day. I miss you.

Anonymous

April 29, 2010

There is not a week go by that I don't think of you...you still have an impact on the things that I do and how I do them. I know that you are watching over us....keep it up....we miss you terribly.....

Ret. Offc. Judy Barrera

February 14, 2010

I think of Candace often....words cannot express the loss of someone like Candace....I hope that in the years that have passed that Candace's family has found peace with her passing...Things have happened in the last few years that tell me that she is definetly watching over us.

Retired Judy Barrera
Friend

February 14, 2010

8 years ago today, just about this time, you went home to Heaven. The number of years doesn't matter, every detail is just as vivid today. I miss you, baby. Love, Mother

Gyna Ripp
Mother

December 8, 2009

It's not often that I leave a reflection on here, but I think of you every day, and miss you the same. Been a long year, had another baby girl, Lillian Renee that you would love so much. There's so many Renee's now and even a Candace in the family in honor of you. We held our annual charity presentation a couple of weeks ago where I was able to tell your story again, i had to laugh to myself at the impact you make each year, because I know you wouldn't want the attention. It's too bad the 100 club isn't an option, but COPS is a popular choice that many Marines contribute to each year because of you. The entire family misses you so much Candy, and that'll never change.

Buggy
GySgt USMC

December 8, 2009

We are approaching the eight year mark of you being called home. I think of you often, remembering the fun times at East day shift. I could always count on you for a good lunch brak walk around Cedar Hill Park. I still remember the day the wild duck came after you. I miss you and our friendship.RIP till we see each other again.

Officer Faye Okert
Metro Nashville

December 2, 2009

We all still miss you so much Candy. I miss your laugh and your smile. Hugs.

Ashley Watson
Cousin

April 30, 2009

Happy Birthday, Babe. I know you are having a heavenly red velvet cake today at the feet of Jesus. We all love you and miss you. Mother

Gyna Ripp
Mother

April 29, 2009

Happy Birthday Sis, I miss you.

Gunny
USMC

April 28, 2009

Hi Candy, I was just thinking of you today and couldn't get the memory of your beautiful smile and infectious laugh. Everyone misses you so much, but I am comforted in the knowledge that your loving and good-natured presence is all around us. So here is a big hug from your cousin.


Ashley, Bronx, NY/Panama City,FL

Griff Ashley Watson
cousin

March 28, 2009

While watching President Obama's parade today, I was reminded of the 5 miles of flashing blue lights that followed us in the procession from the church. People were lined all along the streets with their hands over their hearts out of respect for you and what you meant to the City of Nashville. I love you Babe and miss you as much today as on that day. Mother

Gyna Ripp
Mother

January 20, 2009

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones on this day. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and those still out on patrol guarding over the Thin Blue Line. You are a true hero and have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

December 8, 2008

It's been 7 years today since your end of watch. We miss you just as much today but there are times that we feel your presence so strongly, it's like we can reach out and touch you or sometimes I can hear your voice, your giggle and it makes me so happy. I love you, baby. Mother

Gyna Ripp
Mother

December 8, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this seventh anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

December 8, 2008

Thinking of you on this day OFFICER RIPP. God bless your family, you will never be forgotten.

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA

November 14, 2008

It's 4 September Sissy, nothing significant about this day. It's like all the others since you started your patrol to the pearly gates of Heaven. Just another day spent thinking of you, and missing you. I love you Candycane, my sister, my Hero...

Buggy
Gunny USMC

September 4, 2008