Barbara Jo Mates

Barbara Jo Mates ( Ripple) Born 1940 Died 2020. Preceded in death by parents Clarence Ripple and Margaret Ripple. There are no words that can explain how much she will be missed. She always put her family first. She is survived by Four children, Craig (Linda), Tom, Michelle (Brian), and Cory. Known as Grandma and Mimi to Seven Grandchildren, Jennie (Eric), Shawn, Jordyne, Jonathan, Henry, Olivia, and Aiden. Five Great Grandchildren, Maddie, Alissa, Sophie, Lee, and Trecyn. She will forever be remembered for her love of life, beauty, and grace. There will be a memorial service in the spring of 2021 in Trenton Michigan