Java Hailey Owner, Todd Rippo Is Dead

Java Hailey announces the sad news of Todd Rippo’s death who accodring to them was a founder, leader, mentor & friend.

Todd Rippo died yesterday in his hometown.

He was a man that loved Java, & was passionate about the company he created, & it showed. Java will not be the same without him. We are going to miss him so much. Rest In Peace, Todd. We love you.

In November 1991 Todd Rippo began what he would today describe as a selfish endeavor. Essentially, he created a place where he would want to hang out. Java has a hand-crafted bakery menu (most of the recipes from Todd’s sister Annie) and breakfast and lunch menus that echo his southern California roots. In line with his original vision Java uses fresh roasted, fair trade, and relationship coffees and serves it all in an inviting, rock n’ roll atmosphere where the music is played a bit too loud!

Tributes Floods For The Late Java Hailey Founder Todd Rippo

Tributes From Breanna Glahn

Bowl of Soul is the drink of the valley. With every sip his memory will live on. RIP Todd. Thank you for creating the hub of memories for millions. “Meet you at Java, I’ll tell you about last night there”. “Before we hit the slopes/ trail want anything from Java!” “It’s so good to see you again. Coffee date, Java?”. See you on the other side Todd, thanks again.

Tribute From Java Hailey 

The Java Family is very sad to announce the passing of our founder, leader, mentor & friend, Todd Rippo. He loved Java, & was passionate about the company he created, & it showed. Java will not be the same without him. We are going to miss him so much. Rest In Peace, Todd. We love you.

From Carol Muephy

Oh so sorry, condolences to his family and daughter Frankie.
From Hammerhead in the basement of Snug, to the House, to X’s; to Java, he will be remembered as an entrepreneur and mover and shaker of fun and community as well as a musician and all-around nice guy. Todd, you will be very missed.