Richard Charles Ringstad, age 86, of Glasgow, Montana, passed away July 19, 2022, at his home in Glasgow, Montana
He was born December 27, 1935, in Fosston, Minnesota, to Knute and Alice (Olson) Ringstad. He graduated from Fosston High School where he excelled in spelling: winning the Polk County Spelling Bee. After high school, Richard joined the Navy, at the age of 17, and served four years. He went on to serve in the Merchant Marines- where he travelled the world, including delivering construction materials to Antarctica.
He married Doris Humbert on October 14, 1964 and enjoyed 57 wonderful years together. They had two children and made their home in Glasgow, Montana. Richard retired from the Army Corps of Engineers at Fort Peck in 1998.
Richard loved spending time on Fort Peck Lake fishing for walleye and hunting in Valley County. He was sometimes referred to as Mr. Walleye. When he was not fishing or hunting, he could be found with a book in his hand. He loved reading and shared a story about reading every book in his school library. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Doris of Glasgow, Montana; children: Sandra (Paul) Druyvestein of Missoula, Montana, and Steve Ringstad of Missoula, Montana; four grandchildren: Jacob Druyvestein of Portland, Oregon, Haley Druyvestein of Missoula, Montana, Alyson Druyvestein of Missoula, Montana, and Seth Ringstad of Helena, Montana; brothers, Calvin Ringstad of Lengby, Minnesota, Gordon Ringstad of Lengby, Minnesota and Wayne(Brenda) Ringstad of Duluth, Minnesota; sister Mary(Jarvis) Watnemo of Hutchinson, Minnesota and numerous nieces and nephews.
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
3:00 p.m.
Monday July 25, 2022
First Lutheran Church
641 Second Avenue North
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
3:00 p.m.
Monday July 25, 2022
First Lutheran Church
641 Second Avenue North
Glasgow, Montana 59230
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Diane Sergent says
Doris:
I’m so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing.
He was very good friends with my brother Don.
Cathy Gutterud says
Doris & family
So sorry to hear about Richard. Many memories of our cousin Richard. Always enjoyed visits with him. (and you) He was a very special guy. Love and sympathy to all of you.
Cathy Gutterud
Rick Stellflug says
Doris and family, sorry to hear of Richard’s passing, he had great taste in pickups. I drove the old red and white ford for many years. Take care and God bless!
JoAnn Solem says
Doris and family,
Tom and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Richard. Tom always said he was one of the best workers at the power house. You are in our prayers and our deepest sympathy goes out to you.
Beth (Watnemo) Wurdell says
Ringstad’s….my deepest sympathies on this incredible loss. I have such fond memories of uncle Richard’s incredible ability to spin a yarn and make everyone around the table laugh! (All the Ringstad boys seem to have this talent!)
Big hugs to you, Aunt Doris. Pray you’re surrounded with love and vivid memories now and always.
Nancy Lierow says
I am so sorry Doris, to hear about Richard. Please accept my deepest sympathy and prayers. Keep your memories close to your heart. Love, Nancy
Karen Vosen says
Doris so sorry to see Richard passing. May
God comfort you at this time. Karen Kersting Vosen