TORRANCE, Calif.— Funeral services were held in Los Angeles on Feb. 22 for Grace “Bebe” Rips, co-founder of Younger Optics, who passed away on Feb. 20.

Rips worked closely with her husband Irving, to build Younger Optics from an idea and a backyard garage into a successful optical company employing nearly 1,000 people worldwide. She brought to the partnership strong business skills to complement her husband’s creativity during her more than five decades with the company.

During 57 years of marriage, Rips raised three children, Ted, David and Debby, all of whom survive her. She is also survived by eight grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the Rips family suggests that donations be made in Bebe Rips’ name to Hadassah Southern California (310) 276-0036.