Gina Garippo

Gina Garippo née Drichas, age 66, fell asleep in the Lord January 9, 2024. Loving mother of Vanessa Garippo and Nicole (Ian) Dale. Devoted daughter of the late George and Elaine Beck née Pappas. Proud grandmother of Roman and Gia Dale. Dear sister of James (Cindy) Drichas and Sam (Deborah) Drichas. Fond aunt of many.

Visitation Wednesday, January 17, 2024 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Nelson Funeral Home 820 West Talcott Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068. Friends and family to meet at Nelson Funeral Home Thursday morning before leaving at 9:30 AM for Interment at Elmwood Cemetery, River Grove, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to American Cancer Society, Mental Health America or Catholic Charities would be appreciated. Arrangements by Memory Eternal Funeral Directors, Ltd. (847) 375-0095.

May her memory be eternal.

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