Vernon L. Ringler

A candle was lit by Vince Phillips on November 17, 2017 7:08 AM

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I knew Vern in the 1970s when he, I, and Becky Balentine were friends. (Becky lived above me in a Colfax Street building that has since been torn down) I remember his easy going way and his friendliness. I also know that he was absolutely dedicated to fellow veterans and certainly wanted the VA to do the right thing. It's funny but I had been thinking about him the other day. Now, I know why. This morning, I felt even more strongly that I should look him up...so here we are. To Vern's family, you do not know me from Adam but I've always thought very highly of Vern. Despite adversity, I never saw him become bitter. He was just too mellow for that. As his family, please know that you and he are in my prayers.

A candle was lit by John & Donna Villanueva on November 8, 2017 10:59 AM

A candle was lit by Joe and Teresa Swift on November 7, 2017 12:48 PM

A candle was lit by Karen Haynes on November 6, 2017 5:00 PM

Message from Sonya Bushong

I never knew Vern except from CJ who I am very close to. Through CJ I always felt Vern was a hero,. --Sonya

Message from Rich Mullins

I will always remember Vern! He was a prime example of the needs Combat Veterans need when returning from HELL!! In my mind, I always compared Vern with my cousin, one came him with PTSD and one was KIA in KheSanh..
If you said Semper Fi to Vern, he would always reply, "DO OR DIE!!"

Semper Fi Vern! I can still hear you my friend...

Commandant Marine Corps League, St. Joseph Valley

Rich Mullins

A candle was lit by Commandant of the Marine Corps League South Ben Rich Mullins on November 5, 2017 7:42 PM

A candle was lit by Tommy Leszcz on November 5, 2017 12:46 PM

A candle was lit by Doc Huston on November 2, 2017 10:56 AM

Message from Steve "Doc" Huston

My dear friend Vern,
I'll miss our conversations and friendship. We came along way together, especially you!
I will pray for your family and will miss you so much,
Sempre Fi,

Corpsman Up
Doc Huston