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Frances A. Ringman
(Van Winkle)
Fran was a lifetime resident of Everett and after graduating from Everett High School, she began helping her parents operate the family business, the Rip Van Winkle Motel and Restaurant, where she was known as "Rips Kid."
She married and raised four children, and volunteered her time to support the Cub Scouts (former den mother), Parent Teacher Association (former president), United Cerebral Palsy (former Snohomish County Director), Everett Chamber of Commerce and numerous dinners, events and celebrations and also served as her Church's Memorial Chairman.
Fran enjoyed many good things in life such as bowling, painting, fishing, golfing, dancing and traveling to warm places, but most of all she loved to cook for family, friends, public events and charities.
She was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church and the Everett Elks Lodge and always felt welcomed by the members of the Everett Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Everett Eagles.
She is survived by son, Donald (Debbie) Ringman, Everett, WA; son, Dave (Cheryl) Ringman, Redwood City, CA; daughter, Loretta (Mike) Johnson, Everett, WA; and son, Darrell (Kathy) Ringman, Redwood City, CA; grandchildren, Kim, Jody, Marissa, Danielle, Brian, Kylene, Lindsay, and Lauren; six great-grandchildren; and many loving relatives and friends.
The graveside service will be at 9:30 a.m., at Evergreen Cemetery on Wednesday, February 18, 2009, the Memorial service at 11 a.m., at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2531 Hoyt, Everett, WA, where a reception will be held to share memories and provide a time of fellowship.
Those who wish to make a donation should consider, The Westminster Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, Virginia Mason Foundation (Floyd and Delores Jones Cancer Institute), or Hospice of Snohomish County.
Heartfelt thanks from our family to Dr. Aboulafia and the Virginia Mason Team Medicine Staff for their loving care of 'Frances'. Fran's sons would also like to express appreciation to their sister Loretta for the strength she showed and the family support she provided while supporting Fran's needs during her illness.
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Les & Pam, Lesa, and Linden The Crow Family
February 20, 2009
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.Your mom was a wonderful person, keep your heads up.
Becky Hebert (Wade)
February 19, 2009
To: Loretta
I went to elementry school with you,
My Name is Becky Wade.
I am sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Whenever I think of the Rip Van Winkles Motel your face always comes to my mind.
May your family comfort you at this time in your life.
Our Mother's love is forever.
Becky Wade Hebert
Ginger L. Clevish
February 18, 2009
Loretta and family, we are so sorry for the loss of your mom. Our families had a lot in common, your mom and mine bowled together for years and our dads worked together at Scott paper. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. know you are in our hearts and on our minds. Love Ginger(Doty) Clevish and Family, and Milly Doty.
Kim Moles
February 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Loretta, you were there for your mom and she knew it! Your love and dedication with everyone you touch is so appreciated. I will love and cherish our friendship for the rest of eternity!
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Don & Darlene Van Winkle
February 17, 2009
So sorry to hear about your Mother Don and we pray God will give you comfort and peace through this diffe
cult time, may God bless you and your family.
Beverly Wilson
February 17, 2009
Don and Debbie;
May you find peace, as your Mom has found peace. May you find comfort, as your Mom is now in the comforting arms of our Lord and Saviour. May you look to God for your comfort. May you continue to be blessed with the warm memories of a wonderful Mother.
God Bless
Dave, Bev and Sami Wilson
Nancy Averill (Peterson)
February 17, 2009
Dear Ringman famliy, It is hard to lose a mom. I will always remember her beautiful smile, her laughter, and her helping nature, and the pink rabbit (Cotton Candy).
Heather Hanson Kelso
February 17, 2009
Darrell and family, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. I know all to well how you are feeling. I think you know by now that Jimmy passed away a couple of weeks ago. We miss him sooooo much. Maybe he and your mom have already met. My thoughts are with you all.
Joanne Dunbar
February 16, 2009
So many memories we had together.
Rest in Peace.
Susan Heath
February 16, 2009
To The Ringman Family
I met your mother at the ELk's Lodge. She was such a treat to visit with. She ALWAYS praised everyone of you. We golfed a bit, she loved to cook. I always looked forward to seeing her. I will miss her. Thoughts and prayers to you all. Sincerely,
Jane O'Hagan (Crombie)
February 15, 2009
I so remember the Ringman family with fond memories when I think of the years we spent living down the street from them so many years ago. I'm sorry to read about the death of your mom. Lorretta, that's so nice that you were able to care for her.
Les Elsbree
February 15, 2009
My thoughts & prayers be with you in this time of loss and sorrow. It's been over 30 years since our lives crossed paths. Your Mother was truly a wonderful LADY! God Bless . . .
Les
Henrietta Logstrom
February 15, 2009
My thoughts and Prayers are with the Family at this time, Fran and I are first cousins, we grew up haveing a great time we are only 6 weeks apart, she was like a sister to me,we went to the same school, spent time roller skating,have a lot of great memories.may the Family rest in peace, she is in Heaven.
Diane Lentz
February 15, 2009
Sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you and sending out prayers of strength for you and your family.
Diane Madden(Olsen)
February 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My brother, Dean, told me of the death.
Chris (Watters) Summers
February 15, 2009
Loretta: I'm sorry to see that your mom has passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Barbara (Manley) Nolte
February 14, 2009
Darrell, I was saddened to
hear that your mother has
passed away. Even though I
lived briefly across the
street from your family in the
70's, I never really got to
know your mom. I was at a
service the other day for one
of your neighborhood friends,
Jimmy Hanson. His mother and
I are good friends. Did you
know he passed away? So sad,
and only 39 years old. His
mom, Kathy, and I remember you
fondly. You used to play with
my son, Doug. You even helped
Doug and us move to Marysville,
so many years ago! Mrs. Kellogg
(remember her too?) used to
speak so fondly of you and
your mom. We always wondered
where you had moved to.
Again, my sympathy to you
and your family.
Feel free to contact me.
Darrell Ringman
February 14, 2009
Mom:
I miss you and am sad that you have left us, but I also know you are in a place you've long prepared for.
I am so grateful we were able to share a few 'dances' last week and I'm so glad we were able to get you home as you wished.
I will miss you dearly, think of you often and cherish the memories of your life. Thank you for being my mom.
-Darrell
Family, Relatives and Friends:
This is a sad time, but also a time to
celebrate the life of Fran.
Please feel free to share your thoughts, comments and memories in this guest book.
Curtis & Roxanne Pilkenton
February 14, 2009
Don & Debbie,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a dynamic person and the love she had for her family was always so evident.
Thank you both for being an example of Jesus and His love.
We love you!
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