Kathleen Florence Ripley

life story

My sister, Kathleen Florence Ripley, known to us as Kathy, passed away in her sleep on Sunday, September 27, 2026. For more than seven years, she fought a brave battle against the odds.

Kathy worked at Gould Battery until her retirement. She later worked part-time with me for more than ten years.

Our parents, Virgil and Margaret Mahler; our sister, Geraldine (Richard) Svoboda; and our brother, Thomas (Ernestine) Mahler preceded her in death. I am Kathy’s only surviving sibling. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews and their families across generations.

I take comfort in knowing Kathy is in a better place, but she will be deeply missed. A private interment will be held in the coming months.

—Ken Mahler