Grace Becker Ripple

Grace Becker Ripple, age 95 of Pittsburgh, PA passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, April 6, 2019. Born on September 27, 1923 in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late Freda and Charles Becker. Beloved wife to the late Robert J. Ripple. Loving mother to Beverly Barker, Denise Lesko, and Robert (Nancy) Ripple. Cherished grandmother to Bradford (Leigh) Barker, Matthew (Julieanna) Barker, and Brett (Jessica) Barker, Andrew Lesko, Brian (Ling) Lesko, Kristen Lesko, Jessica (Mark) Howells, Alison (Bill) Green and Michelle Ripple. Dear great-grandmother to  Maggie, Cara, Jackson, Emily, Olivia Grace, Isla, Wyatt, Adilyn Grace, James, and Oden. She was preceded in death by her sister Doris McIlvane.

For over 20 years, Grace taught at Overbrook School.

At the family’s request, all services will be held privately. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pittsburgh Cremation and Funeral Care.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.

Please view and sign the family’s guestbook at www.pittsburghcremation.com.