Gary Lewis Ringler, 82, of Pillager, born in rural Staples on March 26, 1941, passed away peacefully to his heavenly home on March 2, 2024. Funeral services will take place at 11 am on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at the Casino Assembly of God Church in Pillager. A visitation will take place on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, from 4-7pm at Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Staples, MN, and one hour prior to services at Casino Assembly of God Church.
Survived by his children Coleen (Butch), Vicky (Shawn), Greg (Teresa), Todd (Misty) and Lisa (Steve) and 15 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren; and brother Dallis Ringler. He is preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Lorraine; sons Randy and Dean; brother, Chip Ringler; and infant brother Lawrence Ringler.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel of Staples.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
309 North Fourth Street, Staples, MN 56479

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