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BORN
1945
DIED
2013
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Gerard Ringstad Obituary
He graduated from Torrington High and attended Ward School of Electronics. He worked as a Central Office Technician for AT&T, formerly SNET, and also owned Gerard Photographers in Torrington. He was an accomplished professional photographer and enjoyed travelling and woodworking.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by son David G. Ringstad of Winsted and daughter, Christine C. Thurm and husband Robert of Prairie Village, Kansas; and beloved grandchildren Mindi Ringstad LaBella and husband John of Billerica, Massachusetts, Kenneth G. Ringstad of Unionville, and Owen P. Thurm and Eden C. Thurm of Prairie Village. He also leaves a sister, Judith Ringstad Kennerson and her husband Roy; sisters-in-law Elaine J. Brady and partner Robert Desjardins, Frances J. Marek, Judith J. Allaire and husband Arthur; and many loving nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews and cousins here and in Norway
Funeral services will be held at First United Methodist Church 21 Fern Dr Torrington at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 6. Friends may call Tuesday 4 to 7 p.m. at Phalen Funeral Home 285 Migeon Ave., Torrington.
Memorial contributions can be made to New Hartford Volunteer Ambulance Assoc 9 Greenwoods Rd New Hartford CT 06057 or take a moment to donate blood. Online memorials www.phalenfuenral.com
Memories and Condolences
for Gerard Ringstad
25 Entries
Shawnette Stowe
September 5, 2014
So Sorry to hear about Gerard's passing I knew him and Linda for many years when they came to stay at Waterloo House in Bermuda. Linda even though we have lost touch over the years I've never stop thinking about you guys Love you lots Shawnette Stowe
George Frageau
November 28, 2013
So sorry to hear that Gerry has passed. I worked with him for several years in Simsbury in the early 90's. Great person !! RIP my friend..
April 5, 2013
I worked with Ringer at SNET he was a great guy. Jim and Rose Marie LeGeyt
Connie Rossi
February 11, 2013
Sorry for your loss. Ringer was one of a kind and I loved to hear him tell a story!
RIP Ringer
Sandy & Larry Peletz
February 9, 2013
Dear Linda,
Our sympathy and warmest thoughts are with you now. May your warm memories give you comfort at this time of sorrow.
Brenda Smith- Letourneau
February 9, 2013
I worked with Gerry many years in Hartford..sorry to hear of his passing..always a joking...very talented man.
George and Debbie Roberts
February 7, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of Gerard's death.He took the photos for our wedding in 1974 and we had a great time with him.He was a great guy.
Jim Kiehnle
February 6, 2013
Worked with "Ringer" at Snet for many years, starting in 1970. As a matter of fact, I still have a camera that I bought from him in "71". He was a great guy, and I'm very sorry for your loss.
Ed
February 5, 2013
David and family. i am so sorry for your loss.
Karen & Lenny Kaplan
February 5, 2013
Linda - Lenny and I want to extend our deepest sympathies to you at the loss of Jerry. He was a super guy with a fantastic sense of humor. We remember the wonderful times we spent together with the Ricks at the Goldfarb Resort. I'm sure the wonderful memories you have will help you through this very difficult time. Sending you lots of love and hugs. Karen & Lenny
February 5, 2013
Linda - Lenny and I want to extend our deepest sympathies to you at the loss of Jerry. He was a super guy with a fantastic sense of humor. We remember the wonderful times we spent together with the Ricks at the Goldfarb Resort. I'm sure the wonderful memories you have will help you through this very difficult time. Sending you lots of love and hugs. Karen & Lenny
Karen & Lenny Kaplan
February 5, 2013
Linda - Lenny and I are so very sorry at the loss of Jerry. He was a super guy and we remember such wonderful times we spent with you and the Ricks at the Goldfarb Park. We send our love and lots of hugs to you.
Karen and Lenny
Jean Barnicoat
February 5, 2013
Dear Linda, I'll never forget the kindness you and Gerry showed my husband at the New Hartford senior picnic when he was so confused. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
joe delgrande
February 5, 2013
mrs ringer my deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your loved ones,i worked with ringer at snet.always made the day fun.also ringer did fine job photographing my wedding.
Linda Grimaldi
February 5, 2013
Linda,
So very sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Arnie & Linda Grimaldi
Tom Kelly
February 5, 2013
I worked with Ringer in SNET starting in 1969.He will be missed.He was a pleasure to work with.
gary (ski) slesinski
February 5, 2013
sorry for you loss, worked with ringer for may years at (snet ) great times with him. prayers to you all
Zita Bridges (Bruno)
February 4, 2013
Dave so sorry to hear about your Dad.
Sue Pace
February 4, 2013
I enjoyed working with Gerry during his time at CHH Cardiac Rehab. He was a bright, witty, and kind man and we all enjoyed his exquisite photos. I am very sorry for your loss and hope that in time, your memories will comfort you.
Ted & Sharon Cremasco
February 4, 2013
We have some great memories of Gerry, I think our wedding pictures were one of the first weddings he had done. He was wonderful to us. Our condolences to all the family.
Kevin Crandall
February 4, 2013
Mrs. Ringstad, Dave, Christine, Mindi and Kenny, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Pete and Susan Torrant
February 4, 2013
Christine, Bob, and family, we are so sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
February 4, 2013
Ringer, Rest in peace. Ed and Maryellen Raggio (SNET coworker)
Joanne Bligh
February 4, 2013
Christine, David and families. Just wanted you to know how truly sorry we are for your loss.
Mike Marek
February 4, 2013
Aunt Linda, David, Christine, and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bring you peace.
With Love,
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