Mr. Franklin Lee Rippeto Sr. passed away on September 22, 2023 in Bismarck, AR. He was born May 19, 1939 in Traskwood, AR to Carl William (CW) Rippeto, and Geneive Bradbury. He is a veteran of the Air Force, skilled handyman, and worked as an accountant. He was an avid tournament bowler who achieved six rings for a perfect game, most he received after the age of 80 and holds a national record. Franklin was a great horseshoe player and avid fisherman. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife, Nancy in their RV with their two dogs.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Nancy; parents; and older sister, Geneva.
Survivors include his sister, Lynda; sons, Frank Jr. and his wife Holli, Tim, Brian, and Craig Allen; Daughter Annette Brunner; stepdaughter, Jackie Ragan; beloved grandchildren Justin Harmon and Tamara Ragan, and many great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
A visitation for Franklin Lee will be held Wednesday, September 27, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home, 7724 Landers Rd., North Little Rock, AR 72117. A memorial celebration of life will occur Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 3:00 PM, 7724 Landers Rd., North Little Rock, AR 72117. A burial/military honors will occur at Rest Hills Memorial Park, 7724 Landers Rd, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72117.
