Help for funeral costs for Keymanee Rippy

On December 20, 2025 around 2 am, the Rippy family’s lives were forever changed by a tragic loss. Keymanee Rippy, 23, was brutally murdered in a senseless act of gun violence leaving behind his precious one-year-old daughter who will never know the love of her devoted father. Keymanee’s favorite title was father but he was also a brother, son, cousin, uncle, nephew and grandson. He loved his family and was someone who would give his last to help someone out without complaint or a second thought.

Sadly, this unexpected loss means that Keymanee’s family must assume the responsibility of paying for all of his funeral/burial costs, existing debt and other associated expenses.

Keymanee’s father, Walter Rippy, has spent his career as a first responder caring for others in crisis. Walter spent the last 20 years working between Wayne Township Fire Department and Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services as a civilian paramedic. Currently, Walter is a Community Paramedic for Westfield Fire Department selflessly devoting himself to helping others during their most difficult times. It is now Walter Rippy needing your support as he continues to provide for his other 10 children while laying his son to rest.

This GoFundMe has been created to help ease the financial burden that Walter Rippy now faces so that he and his family can focus on what matters most- grieving and healing.

Any amount donated will make a meaningful difference to the Rippys. If you’re unable to give, please consider sharing this fundraiser and keeping the family in your prayers. The Rippy family is extremely grateful for all of the gifts of love and support during this extraordinarily difficult time and wish you and your family a safe, peaceful, and blessed holiday season.