Edith Kripli

Edith Monica Kripli, 77, of Royal Oak, and most recently West Branch, MI, passed away November 20, 2010 at Beaumont Hospital-Royal Oak. Edith was born in Royal Oak, formerly Township of Troy, to Edward and Dorothy Reetz. She enjoyed boat rides on Lake George the most, and loved her family dearly. She was a devoted Catholic. She worked for 44th District Court and St. Mary's of Royal Oak Credit Union OUR Credit Union. She is survived by husband of 50 years Frank A. Kripli USMC veteran, along with her children Joe Karen, Paul Sharon, John Tracey, Marie, and Jim Robin. Also, she had great love for her brother Frederick Lillian Reetz, and sisters Mary Lou Smith the late Thomas, Patricia Thomas Van Buhler. She had six incredible grandchildren: Korey, Kristen, Anna, Becky, Alexa and Kate. She was especially close to all of her nieces and nephews who were like additional sons and daughters to her. Visitation is Sunday 1-9 p.m. with prayer service 5 p.m. at Wm. Sullivan and Son 705 W. Eleven Mile Road 4 blks E. of Woodward Royal Oak. Funeral Monday, in-state 10 a.m. until time of Mass, 10:30 a.m., St. Mary Catholic Church. Memorial contributions to Beaumont Hospice appreciated. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.