April 3, 2010
Young, John R. “Rip”
John Rippey “Rip” Young of Dover, passed away suddenly at his home April 1st. He was 76. Rip was born in Stamford, Connecticut on August 18, 1933 to Lloyd and Dorothy (Irving) Young. He spent his childhood in Connecticut, and attended the Taft School; a prestigious, private, preparatory high school. He often spoke of his fondness for the school, and how it prepared it’s students for their futures. After graduating from the Taft School, Rip attended Middlebury College in Middlebury, Vermont. His career highlights include positions at Shawmut Bank, and the Sheraton Corporation: where he retired as Senior Vice President and Treasurer. Rip is survived by his wife Lois (Ronk); his children Mark F. Young of Mendham, New Jersey, Cynthia P. Low of Mystic, Connecticut, Pamela H. Low of Longmeadow, Remsen M. Kinne of Piedmont, California, and Corbin K. Kinne of Longmeadow. He is also survived by his 8 grandchildren: Matthew, Jennifer, James, Taylor, Aden, Katharine, Maximilian and Tucker, as well as his brother, Peter Young and his family. Services and Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donation to the Taft School, 110 Woodbury Road, Watertown, CT 06795 would be appreciated.
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Lois, Bill called to let me know that Rip had died. I believe I know how you must feel and I also know that there are no words that make the loss of your best friend easier for you. Rip was a great guy who seemed to enjoy life and the people around him. I enjoyed working with him and spending time with you both in Aruba. Some day in the future you and I should get together to toast Rip and Peggy. They were great people and I loved them both.
Love, Dick Simons
Dear Lois,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Rip was, without question, the nicest person I had ever worked for at Sheraton and was truly a pleasure to work with.
I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to know you and Rip, and I still appreciate the kindness and support you both offered me.
Sincerely,
Cheryl Whalen