William Ripkay

William Thomas Ripkay “Tom”, 92 of Biloxi MS gained is wings on April 27, 2022, at St. Joseph’s Hospice.

Tom was born on August 31, 1929, in Lynn Arkansas. Tom was an Army Veteran and was very proud of the time he served. He worked road construction for many years after his service but, his true passion was working on cars and spending time with loved ones. Tom loved to travel and spoil his grandchildren. In his spare time, he enjoyed watching old westerns. Tom was a family man above all.

Tom is preceded in death by his mother, Suzie White; his father, Walter Ripkay; his wife, Ruth Ripkay; his sister, Sue Riggs; and his daughters; Lenora Walker and Thomasa McFalls.

Tom is survived by his daughter and son in law, Sarita and David Green of Arkansas, his daughter/granddaughter whom he raised, Vera and Wil Phenice of Mississippi, his sisters, Maye Miles, Fran Smith, June Martin, Jane Floyd and Carol Wright, his brother, Calvin Benefield; as well as his 27 grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.

Tom will forever be Missed and Remembered as a loving Daddy, Brother, and Pawpaw.