Nathalie Almond Ripley

Nathalie Almond Ripley, 91, of Buckingham passed peacefully on June 4, 2024.  She was born September 8, 1932 in Appomattox County to Joseph and Mary Almond.  She is survived by her husband Floyd G. Ripley, son Gordon N. Ripley (Ann), daughter Roma R. Morris (Larry) . Grandchildren include Ashley Ripley, Victoria Harris (Steven), Libby Bowman (Daniel).   She also has three great- grandchildren, Jackson Harris, Teghan Harris and Brinkley Bowman.

Nathalie was predeceased by four brothers, Kenneth Dewitt Almond, Dyer T. Almond, Carroll R. Almond, and J.P. Almond, one sister, Phyllis A McCormick.  Surviving brother is Larry Wayne Almond of Evington.

Nathalie graduated Appomattox County High School and worked at Courtland Manufacturing for 50 years.  She was a member of Trinity Methodist Church where she served on several committees and sang in the choir.  She was one of the best southern cooks and could put together a meal for several in a snap.  She loved to experiment with new recipes particularly desserts.  She also loved her flowers and garden.

A graveside funeral service will be held Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Trinity Methodist Church in Buckingham Courthouse.