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Richard Ring Obituary

RING, Richard A. Of Chelsea, formerly of Malden, November 24, 2008, after battling a long illness, at 54 years. Beloved husband of Janet A. (Bateman) Ring. Loving son of Dorothy M. Crawford and her husband Gene, and the late William E. Ring, Sr. and his surviving wife Gail. Loving father of Jennifer (Ring) DeBrun and her husband Christian of Springfield, and Jessica Ring of Chelsea. Loving stepfather of Robert Green and his Fiancé Christina Papile of Chelsea. Loving brother of William E. Ring, Jr. of Merrimac, MA, Susan E. Field of Allenstown, NH, and Janet R. Strong of Amherst, NH. He is also survived by many dear nieces, nephews, cousins, and In-laws. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a funeral at the J.F. Ward Funeral Home, 772 Broadway, EVERETT, on Saturday, Nov 29th., at 10 AM. Visiting hours Friday from 4-8PM. Richard was a longtime cab driver for Malden Taxi. In his memory donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 or to the Salvation Army, 258 Chestnut St., Chelsea, MA 02150. J.F. Ward Funeral Home (617) 387-3367 www.jfwardfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 26, 2008.

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Woody Bavota

November 28, 2008

Dear Janet, Dot & Family,

As most of you know Rick is one of my oldest and dearest friends. It's very difficult to realize that I will not have the honor of his kind, caring and noble friendship.

Rick is deeply missed.

Faye Squires

November 28, 2008

Dear Sue and your family,

My prayers are with you at this time.
He was blessed to be part of such
a caring family.

Love, Faye

Bill & Anne

November 26, 2008

Much is to be appreciated from a man of courage & determination to give it his all during the past 4 years. He lived competitively by his love of sports, remained focused by loving and living with his family also lived fully by loving his friends.
Love Bill & Anne

Richard Rose

November 26, 2008

Aunt Dot and Janet:

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Although we know that a loved one is dying, we are never ready for that last breath.

Richard

Marie Farrell

November 26, 2008

Dear Bill and family. Please know our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
If you need anything just let us know.

Jim & Marie Farrell

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