Diana Marie Rips, 76, of Bergman, Arkansas died on January 26, 2024, at her home with family by her side. She was born on November 27, 1947, in Portland, Oregon, the daughter of George Albert Hamblin and Dolly B. Long.

Survivors include her daughter LaDonna Hamblin (Danny Rowe), many grandchildren and family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Charles E Rips Sr., and sons Charles E Rips Jr., Shelton Ray Daniels (Melissa), and Michael Watts (Kristy Cantwell).

A Celebration of life was planned for February 3, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Pine Grove Church, located at 500 Pine Grove Lane in Morning Star, Arkansas with Pastor Charlie Rowe officiated.

Care entrusted to Diamond State Funerals.