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Jean Ringenberg Obituary
Jean Ringenberg peacefully passed from her earthly life on January 23, 2012, with her children at her side. Jean was born in Springfield Mo. on October 30, 1925, daughter of Elmer and Ada Eggers. She graduated from Senior High in Springfield and soon after started working as a PBX operator at SW Bell Telephone. In 1949, she married Herman Ringenberg. Together they built a home on the Ringenberg farm west of Springfield where they raised their family. Jean was an active member of Bethany Christian Church and Republic Christian Church. In her later years she regularly attended Schweitzer UMC. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and brothers, Harold and Walter. She is survived by children, Jeanie, Mark, Jim and wife, Sandy; brother, Robert and wife, Bonnie; 6 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Her zest for life and wonderful wit made her much beloved by family and friends. In recognition of the compassionate care received from Flori and Enid, the family suggests donations to Hospice and Palliative Care of Springfield, 2432 E. Madrid Avenue, Springfield, MO 65804.
Visitation will be at Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home, Thursday, January 26, 2012 from 6-8 PM. Graveside services will be held at Brookline Cemetery Friday 10 AM with Reverend Bob Hubbard officiating.
For more life history and online condolences please visit www.gormanscharpf.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jean Ringenberg
6 Entries
February 2, 2012
We just found out today from dad that Aunt Doris Jean passed away. So sorry for your loss
Sandy (Eggers) Stroud and Steve Eggers
Sean and girls keniley
January 28, 2012
We love you and are going to miss you so much!
Wayne Kinseer
January 27, 2012
You are in my prayer's, so sorry.
ROB VOSS
January 26, 2012
Our mom's give us two important values in life, "roots and wings". You are in my thoughts and prayer.
Rob Voss
Mary
January 25, 2012
I miss seeing Jean in her regular pew at Schweitzer. My condolences to her family.
Jeff and Jean
January 25, 2012
We lost you to the eartly world, but gained another Angel to watch over us. We will always have you with us.
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