Joel 'Joey' Darren Ring
Joel "Joey" Darren Ring, 38, of Savannah, Ga., died Monday, Oct.2, 2006.
Mr. Ring was born Oct. 28, 1967, in Galax, a son of Albert "Al" Stuart Ring and Nancy Bedsaul Ring.
He previously worked as a chef, and was dedicated to helping homeless people through the Union Mission of Savannah, Ga. His true passions in life were his poetry, painting and singing, through all of which he was truly magnificent.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brothers, Kevin Stuart Ring of Lynchburg, Damon Eric Ring I, and wife, Paula, of Madison Heights, and Jason Andre Ring and wife, Jennifer, of Roanoke; two nephews; two nieces; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, 2006, at the chapel of Tharp Funeral Home, with Dr. Michael Cox officiating. Inurnment will be in the Ring Family Cemetery in Grayson County. The family will receive friends at the residence at all other times.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Union Mission, 120 Fahm Street, Savannah, GA 31401.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, (434) 237-9424.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.tharpfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The News & Advance from Oct. 3 to Oct. 5, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Joel Ring

11 Entries

martie g'hoe kaufman

October 10, 2006

dear joel, who was so dearly loved and respected by his friends and all who had the privilege to meet hi, whose gentleness and loving spirit will remain long after his earthly form has passed. my warm thoughts and embrace are with you, titus, and with his family, as you treasure those memories of the special person joel was. que dios les bendiga!

Jeannette & Victor Mereski

October 10, 2006

Joel was a gentle, quiet soul. We
shared a Unitarian service on Ralph
Waldo Emerson. The depth of Joel's
understanding was impressive. We were only beginning to know and appreciate him. Our deepest condolences to those who knew and loved him.

Lloyd Lovering

October 10, 2006

Although I did not know Joel that well, I never hear anything about him but something very positive. He was a very caring man. My condolences to his partner and family.

Lori Ludgate

October 8, 2006

Today I heard a story related from a member of the UU choir in Savannah, GA - which Joel loved so much and was such an integral part.

They were to sing the song "In the Bleak Mid-Winter"

Joel is very much associated with that song here, he loved it, he performed it in an unforgettable way.

A choir member expressed that she had felt doubt at being able to get through that song at a memorial held at the UU church.

And that as she searched for strength she stepped outside to take in the rising Harvest Moon.

As she looked up - a shooting star streaked across the sky.

She found the strength to sing.

Bill and Annette Fitzgerald

October 6, 2006

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Robert Ludgate

October 5, 2006

Joel and his partner were friends of my wife and I for a number of years, and I remember with pleasure time spent rehearsing and singing with him in the UU Church choir in Savannah, as well as the hand painted holiday cards Joel so graciously gave to his friends.
Our condolences to Titus and to family and friends he left behind.
Vaya con Dios, Joel.
Robert and Lori Ludgate
Savannah, GA

BONNIE MAEDGEN

October 5, 2006

THE WORLD HAS LOST A BEAUTIFUL SOUL. I CAN STILL HERE JOEL'S VOICE, REMEMBER HIS POETRY, HIS PAINTING...FROM MANY YEARS AGO. THOUGH WE HAD NOT SPOKEN IN YEARS, HE HAD A PROFOUND IMPACT ON MY LIFE. HE MADE ALL OF US AROUND HIM SHINE A LITTLE BRIGHTER, PLAY A LITTLE HARDER, LOVE A LITTLE STRONGER. YOU ARE ALL IN MY THOUGHTS. JOEL WILL SURELY BE MISSED.

J Wolford

October 5, 2006

I knew Joey as a student and remember him as a fine fellow.

Tracy Wooten

October 5, 2006

I'll always have fond memories of Joey when we were all so much younger. I know the family is hurting, and we are praying that the "... peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." ... We love you all...

Tracy (Fitzgerald) Wooten and family

Pam Wieringo

October 4, 2006

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Judy Dinehart

October 4, 2006

Joel was a long and dedicated member of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, GA. I knew him as a compassionate, dear man who had a strong regard for others. He will be missed by his friends in Savannah.

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