Charles Alexander Douglas Ringrose

Charles Alexander Douglas Ringrose

Charles Ringrose Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 23, 2005.
RINGROSE _ Dr. Charles Alexander Douglas August 20, 1928 - November 21, 2005 C.A. Douglas Ringrose M.D., F.R.S.C. passed away peacefully on November 21, 2005 with his family by his side. He will be tremendously missed by his wife Sheila; all his children, Doug (Lorraine) Ringrose, Leslie (Steve) Sproule, Melinda (Larry) Stewart, and Jennifer; and his grandchildren, Michael, Mark, Sean, Sasha, Emma, Joshua, and Ian. He is predeceased by his father, Donald Douglas Ringrose (1930) and his mother, Clara Alberta Coutts (1977). He is survivied by his brothers, Edward (Mickey) Ringrose, Peter (Vicki) Coutts, George (Jeri) Coutts, and his sister Jane (John) Sterk. A Memorial will be held on Friday, November 25 at 11:00 a.m. at Andrews-McLaughlin, 10011 - 114 Street, Edmonton (Telephone 780-488-0121). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Caritas Hospital Foundation 3C60, 11111 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5K 0L4 or to the Grand MacEwan College Foundation, P.O. Box 1796, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 2P2.

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November 27, 2005

Gerry and Bill Johnson posted to the memorial.

November 27, 2005

Sandy & Joan Hawkings posted to the memorial.

November 26, 2005

Nigel Webber posted to the memorial.

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Gerry and Bill Johnson

November 27, 2005

Dear Sheila and family, Bill and I were very sorry to hear about Doug's death. We have so many wonderful memories of Doug and we will never forget his kindness to our Gail. Memories of Doug include watching him take the dogs our for an evening stroll in Laurier, enjoying the golf course, greeting the bridge club ladies, his great collection of hats and just for being a wonderful husband and father and a proud citizen of Edmonton. We are sorry that we could not attend the service. We were thinking of you last Friday. With our love and deepest sympathy. Gerry and Bill.

Sandy & Joan Hawkings

November 27, 2005

Dr Ringrose delivered all three of our children by caesarian section, and we have nothing but fond memories of his care for us and our children.



Our condolances to the family.

Nigel Webber

November 26, 2005

Melinda and all the family.



My thoughts are with you in this sad time, Your father was always so kind and caring, he made a strong impression upon me, He was one of those truly special people we all would like to be.



Love to all of you Nigel

Daljit (and Al) Chaytors

November 25, 2005

Dear Sheila and Family



We were very sorry to hear about Douglas's passing. Our thoughts are with you. Take Care. Your friend and former nursing colleague:

Diane van der Pol

November 24, 2005

Dear Leslie and family,

I was so sorry to hearing of the passing away of your father. May your many happy memories of great times with your father sustain you and your entire family during this very difficult time.

With deepest sympathy,

Diane van der Pol

Jerrold Dubyk

November 24, 2005

I directed one of the the bands at Grant MacEwan that Doug played in. He was always enthusiastic about the music and the first guy there to warm up, and the last to leave. He shared his life experiences with me and he had me enamoured at every word. Thanks Doug - Jerrold

EDMONTON CARDIAC INSTITUTE

November 24, 2005

TO THE FAMILY OF DR. RINGROSE:



WE ARE SADDENED TO LEARN OF THE

PASSING OF A GREAT DOCTOR, THE BEST

IN HIS FIELD, DR. RINGROSE. HE

STOOD UP FOR THE RIGHT, AND TOOK HIS

PLACE IN HIS COMMUNITY TO MAKE IT A

BETTER PLACE.



WITH SYMPATHY AND RESPECT,



DR. T. TALIBI AND STAFF AT

THE CARDIAC INSTITUTE.

Murray Koch

November 24, 2005

Dear Shiela & Family.

Karey`s and my thought are with you all today as I just found out that our long time friend Doug passed away. Have known Doug from our Kinsmen /K-40 days of course and he will be dearly missed by us all.

May you find strength to get you through the days ahead.

Sincerely,

Murray & Karey Koch

Scottsdale, Arizona.

Taina Lorenz Turner

November 24, 2005

I played with Doug in the Grant MacEwan Outreach band for a few years. He was always an inspiration and a truly wonderful man.

Terry Jorden

November 24, 2005

I knew Doug from the Grant MacEwan Outreach band. He really anchored the trombone section and, as one of our senior members, he knew the music from the Big Band era first hand.



His passing is our loss but heaven gains a great trombone player.

Rory Sallis

November 24, 2005

On behalf of the Edmonton Firefighters Dance Band by Secretary R. Sallis.

It was our pleasure to have Douglas as a member of our organization and our friend. For many years Douglas was our lead trumpet player and provided his sweet sounds to countless people that we entertained. He will be greatly missed in our band.

Our collective condolences go out to Sheila and extended family on the loss of your beloved Dr. Douglas Ringrose.

Lawrence and Edna Yaceyko

November 23, 2005

Sheila and family,

Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Arlene Hasey

November 23, 2005

Dear Sheila

Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.



Arlene Hasey and Carol Johnson

Gail Johnson

November 23, 2005

I knew Dr. Ringrose not as the good doctor but as my best and oldest friend Jennifer's dad. Jennifer and I lived on the same block in Laurier Heights and started playing together as toddlers. Many memories of Dr. Ringrose come to mind now, upon hearing the deeply sad news of this incredible man's passing.

One summer, when Jennifer and I were not even teenagers yet, Dr. Ringrose would take us golfing literally at the crack of dawn, at about 5 a.m., when the sprinklers were still going and the dew was still sparkling in the sun. We had the whole course to ourselves. Jennifer and I would barely make it through nine holes, while Dr. Ringrose would go on to play 36 the same day. He also always put me to shame in the swimming pool, where my half-hour workout was his warm-up. Dr. Ringrose even managed to keep his cool when Jenny and I, as little creative cooks, put a giant bowl of marshmallows in the microwave on high for five minutes. It was not a pretty sight in there afterward.

I will always remember Dr. Ringrose's positive attitude; he was always bright, cheery, and friendly. I remember him telling us this saying: Persistence pays off. I'm pretty sure Jennifer remembers this one too.

I also know what a positive and profound influence Dr. Ringrose had on Jennifer. She always looked up to him. His physical absence in her life will surely forever ache, but I also know his spiritual presence will always be by her side.

I sincerely wish I could be at the memorial. I hope that Jennifer and all of her family members are taking good care of one another and finding some comfort in the strength Dr. Ringrose inspired. I am thinking of you and send my love, sympathy, and support to all.

Dawn Ringrose

November 23, 2005

Our family is very proud of Douglas. From an early age, he was inspired to be "the best that he could be". This characteristic was evidenced in the many achievements across various roles that he played - husband, father, friend, athlete, medical professional, and musician. Together with his lovely wife Sheila, they instilled the same characteristic in their children and grandchildren - an outstanding legacy that will continue to make the world a better place.

johnandcarol barton

November 23, 2005

I will dearlymiss my longtimeKinsmen and Golf friend,we shared many locker room conversations he was always so upbeat,and a fighter to the end.

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