Richard Allen Ringhand

Ringhand, Richard Allen Richard left this world on February 12, 2011, with his immediate family at his side. Left to mourn his absence is his father Frederick, his wife Mary Roidt Ringhand, his children Nicholas, Allison and Charles, step-daughter Abbey Roidt-Jernberg and Michelle, many, many good friends, especially Marshall, Bill, Ken, Koleus, the Woodlawn Eight, Aunt Barbara and other relatives including two grandchildren. Richard was preceded in death by his mother, Lorraine. Richard loved life and lived it always on his terms. He was a devoted and loving father who was very proud of Nick, Alli and Chip. He was very happy to have his father live with him, and he was a kind and generous husband and friend to Mary over the past ten years. Richard was an MPS teacher who embraced the profession with much passion. His cancer diagnosis was just another obstacle to him that interfered only with his ability to continue teaching math. This hurt him more than all of the treatments he endured over the past two years. We know Rich is now listening to his favorite musicians, talking about the time he was president of the a cappella choir, and discussing the Packers with his brother-in-law Steve. The family would like to thank Dr. Hari and his staff for their dedicated care, especially Sara. We also would like to thank Wolf, the nurse who provided Richard with so much respect, dignity, and comfort in his final hours. He was an angel. We love you Richard (really poor) Ringhand! The family would like to invite friends and relatives to their home on Saturday, February 19, 2011, starting at 12 noon for a celebration of Richard's life. Any memorials may be made in Richard's name to the Humane Society of Wisconsin.