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1945

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2013

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Gerard Ringstad Obituary

NEW HARTFORD >> Gerard George Ringstad, 67, of New Hartford, passed away Friday, Feb. 1, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Torrington. He was the husband of 33 years of Linda (Jordan) Ringstad. Gerard was born in Torrington, on July 1, 1945, a son of the late Ferne (Flowers) Ringstad and George Ringstad.
He graduated from Torrington High and attended Ward School of Electronics. He worked as a Central Office Technician for AT&T, formerly SNET, and also owned Gerard Photographers in Torrington. He was an accomplished professional photographer and enjoyed travelling and woodworking.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by son David G. Ringstad of Winsted and daughter, Christine C. Thurm and husband Robert of Prairie Village, Kansas; and beloved grandchildren Mindi Ringstad LaBella and husband John of Billerica, Massachusetts, Kenneth G. Ringstad of Unionville, and Owen P. Thurm and Eden C. Thurm of Prairie Village. He also leaves a sister, Judith Ringstad Kennerson and her husband Roy; sisters-in-law Elaine J. Brady and partner Robert Desjardins, Frances J. Marek, Judith J. Allaire and husband Arthur; and many loving nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews and cousins here and in Norway
Funeral services will be held at First United Methodist Church 21 Fern Dr Torrington at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 6. Friends may call Tuesday 4 to 7 p.m. at Phalen Funeral Home 285 Migeon Ave., Torrington.
Memorial contributions can be made to New Hartford Volunteer Ambulance Assoc 9 Greenwoods Rd New Hartford CT 06057 or take a moment to donate blood. Online memorials www.phalenfuenral.com

Published by The Register Citizen from Feb. 4 to Feb. 5, 2013.

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So Sorry to hear about Gerard's passing I knew him and Linda for many years when they came to stay at Waterloo House in Bermuda. Linda even though we have lost touch over the years I've never stop thinking about you guys Love you lots Shawnette Stowe

Shawnette Stowe

September 5, 2014

So sorry to hear that Gerry has passed. I worked with him for several years in Simsbury in the early 90's. Great person !! RIP my friend..

George Frageau

November 28, 2013

I worked with Ringer at SNET he was a great guy. Jim and Rose Marie LeGeyt

April 5, 2013

Sorry for your loss. Ringer was one of a kind and I loved to hear him tell a story!
RIP Ringer

Connie Rossi

February 11, 2013

Dear Linda,

Our sympathy and warmest thoughts are with you now. May your warm memories give you comfort at this time of sorrow.

Sandy & Larry Peletz

February 9, 2013

I worked with Gerry many years in Hartford..sorry to hear of his passing..always a joking...very talented man.

Brenda Smith- Letourneau

February 9, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of Gerard's death.He took the photos for our wedding in 1974 and we had a great time with him.He was a great guy.

George and Debbie Roberts

February 7, 2013

Worked with "Ringer" at Snet for many years, starting in 1970. As a matter of fact, I still have a camera that I bought from him in "71". He was a great guy, and I'm very sorry for your loss.

Jim Kiehnle

February 6, 2013

David and family. i am so sorry for your loss.

Ed

February 5, 2013

Linda - Lenny and I want to extend our deepest sympathies to you at the loss of Jerry. He was a super guy with a fantastic sense of humor. We remember the wonderful times we spent together with the Ricks at the Goldfarb Resort. I'm sure the wonderful memories you have will help you through this very difficult time. Sending you lots of love and hugs. Karen & Lenny

Karen & Lenny Kaplan

February 5, 2013

Linda - Lenny and I want to extend our deepest sympathies to you at the loss of Jerry. He was a super guy with a fantastic sense of humor. We remember the wonderful times we spent together with the Ricks at the Goldfarb Resort. I'm sure the wonderful memories you have will help you through this very difficult time. Sending you lots of love and hugs. Karen & Lenny

February 5, 2013

Linda - Lenny and I are so very sorry at the loss of Jerry. He was a super guy and we remember such wonderful times we spent with you and the Ricks at the Goldfarb Park. We send our love and lots of hugs to you.
Karen and Lenny

Karen & Lenny Kaplan

February 5, 2013

Dear Linda, I'll never forget the kindness you and Gerry showed my husband at the New Hartford senior picnic when he was so confused. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jean Barnicoat

February 5, 2013

mrs ringer my deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your loved ones,i worked with ringer at snet.always made the day fun.also ringer did fine job photographing my wedding.

joe delgrande

February 5, 2013

Linda,
So very sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Arnie & Linda Grimaldi

Linda Grimaldi

February 5, 2013

I worked with Ringer in SNET starting in 1969.He will be missed.He was a pleasure to work with.

Tom Kelly

February 5, 2013

sorry for you loss, worked with ringer for may years at (snet ) great times with him. prayers to you all

gary (ski) slesinski

February 5, 2013

Dave so sorry to hear about your Dad.

Zita Bridges (Bruno)

February 4, 2013

I enjoyed working with Gerry during his time at CHH Cardiac Rehab. He was a bright, witty, and kind man and we all enjoyed his exquisite photos. I am very sorry for your loss and hope that in time, your memories will comfort you.

Sue Pace

February 4, 2013

We have some great memories of Gerry, I think our wedding pictures were one of the first weddings he had done. He was wonderful to us. Our condolences to all the family.

Ted & Sharon Cremasco

February 4, 2013

Mrs. Ringstad, Dave, Christine, Mindi and Kenny, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Kevin Crandall

February 4, 2013

Christine, Bob, and family, we are so sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Pete and Susan Torrant

February 4, 2013

Ringer, Rest in peace. Ed and Maryellen Raggio (SNET coworker)

February 4, 2013

Christine, David and families. Just wanted you to know how truly sorry we are for your loss.

Joanne Bligh

February 4, 2013

Aunt Linda, David, Christine, and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bring you peace.
With Love,

Mike Marek

February 4, 2013

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