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James E. Ruppel "Tattoo Jim"

June 17, 1952 ~ October 13, 2017 (age 65) 65 Years Old
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A candle was lit by Yvonne Crum Meyer on October 18, 2017 10:08 PM
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A candle was lit by Shawna Walker on October 18, 2017 9:25 PM
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A candle was lit by Andrea Thirlwall on October 18, 2017 6:29 PM
Message from laura troutman
October 18, 2017 1:56 PM

shirley, words can not express what you are feeling right now.i know ive been there,just remember if you need someone to talk to im here. give me a call or just go for a drive and end up at my place.my prayers are with you.
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A candle was lit by laura troutman &randy n stacia and family on October 18, 2017 1:51 PM
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A candle was lit by Rev. Sonny Meyer and Yvonne on October 18, 2017 9:25 AM
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A candle was lit by Louie and Tracy on October 17, 2017 6:39 PM
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A candle was lit by Ernest noyes on October 17, 2017 1:58 PM
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A candle was lit by Tracy Fey Curry on October 17, 2017 1:48 PM
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A candle was lit by ANN RICHARDSON on October 17, 2017 1:34 PM
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A candle was lit by Tim & Keri Repper, Jen & Layton on October 16, 2017 8:49 PM
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A candle was lit by Angie Nichols on October 16, 2017 1:14 PM
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A candle was lit by Jimmy Crawford on October 16, 2017 12:18 PM
Message from Angela Meckfessel Harris
October 16, 2017 9:04 AM

Aunt Shirley and family, so Sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Message from Gabe, Sally, Wilson, and Alli Lloyd
October 16, 2017 8:50 AM

Thinking of your family during this difficult time....
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A candle was lit by Tim & Renee Gill on October 16, 2017 8:38 AM
Message from Perry Hay
October 16, 2017 8:00 AM

My prayers go out to the family. Rest in peace Jim .God bless
Message from Donna Eads Wallach
October 16, 2017 2:56 AM

Shirley, so sorry to hear about Jim. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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A candle was lit by Donna Eads Wallach on October 16, 2017 2:53 AM
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An A GARDEN PATH was sent on October 16, 2017

With fond memories of Jim riding me on his handlebars to the little country store to buy our favorite penny candy. He will always be loved and remembered by his Aunt Marianne and cousin Debbie. Our deepest condolences and sympathy to his family

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A candle was lit by Debbie Dellacort on October 16, 2017 1:51 AM
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A candle was lit by Justin hook on October 15, 2017 11:25 PM
Message from JR and Amanda Roberts
October 15, 2017 10:34 PM

Heaven has gained another legend....So very sorry for your loss. He was a great man and his memory will live forever! Prayers of comfort for all of you at this time. May GOD be with you!
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A candle was lit by Jeff(JR) and Amanda Roberts on October 15, 2017 10:29 PM
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A candle was lit by Jim will be missed on October 15, 2017 9:38 PM
Message from Dusty (Belt) Mcgary
October 15, 2017 9:26 PM

To the world you may be one but
To us you are our WORLD!
gone but NEVER forgotten.
Fly high Uncle Jim.Im so sorry Aunt Shirley&family.I Love and Miss yall
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A candle was lit by Dusty (Belt) Mcgary & kids on October 15, 2017 9:16 PM
Message from Tina Weber
October 15, 2017 8:36 PM

Sorry for your lost Jett and Keegan, praying for your family.
Message from Tina Dickneite
October 15, 2017 8:29 PM

From my family to yours we are praying for all of you. Jim may you Rest In Peace, we all adored you and thank you for your work as an artist. prayers
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A candle was lit by Tina & Jamie Dickneite on October 15, 2017 8:21 PM
Message from Bill Baysinger
October 15, 2017 8:14 PM

Very sorry to hear of Jims passing. Our condolences to Shirley and children .grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jim was longtime friend. Many good memories. Bill and Jackie Baysinger
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A candle was lit by Terry & Angel (Taylor) Duncan on October 15, 2017 8:03 PM
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A candle was lit by Danny Tyler on October 15, 2017 7:54 PM
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A candle was lit by Dana Eggleston on October 15, 2017 7:53 PM
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A candle was lit by Regina Wilson on October 15, 2017 7:22 PM
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A candle was lit by Holly Schaumburg and Derek Hawes on October 15, 2017 7:09 PM
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A candle was lit by Stephanie Clines on October 15, 2017 6:44 PM
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A candle was lit by Earl and Angela Roark on October 15, 2017 6:39 PM
Message from Jana Crum
October 15, 2017 5:04 PM

Sincerely sorry to hear of Jim's passing. May God comfort and richly bless each and everyone grieving over such loss. Sending love to each of you.
Message from Sean Abel
October 15, 2017 5:01 PM

So sorry for your loss, I’ll never forget Jim. He was an amazing artist, father and person. I’m sorry that I will not be able to attend the services. Shirley I wish you the very best and I am so very sorry for the loss of Jim. I know he was truly your best friend.
Message from Heather DeClue / Paul Courtois
October 15, 2017 4:43 PM

Condolences from our family to yours. We love and will miss Big Jim, terribly! Prayers for strength, healing and guidance for you Shirley and the kids .
Love you all!
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A candle was lit by Heather DeClue on October 15, 2017 4:39 PM
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on October 15, 2017

Message from Holts Summit
October 15, 2017 4:06 PM

I am so sorry for hear of his passing. He was a wonderful person. It was an honor to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tory
Message from Michelle Wolverton
October 16, 2017 8:31 PM

My prayers are with you and your family..so sorry for your loss..he was a good friend...
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