Beverly Jean Ring

Beverly Jean Ring, age 89, of Grants Pass, died June 6, 2017 at Kinsington at Redwood Park.

Beverly was born January 8, 1928 in Stockton, California. She met Joseph Peter Ring on horseback while a member of the Horsemen’s Association and they later married May 14, 1950 in Menlo Park, California. She was a hairdresser until her son was born in 1952. The birth of her daughter followed in 1955 and the family moved to Grants Pass in 1960.

Beverly was active in PEO, Christian Women, Pink Ladies (hospital auxiliary) and Grace Bible Church.

Throughout her life, Beverly loved quilting, sewing, camping, fishing, gardening and making custards for sick friends. She was a wonderful housewife to Joe. She loved being a grandmother to twin girls and later great-grandmother to her great-granddaughter. Beverly will be remembered for her sweet soul and her kind and gentle spirit.

Survivors include her daughter, Jeannette “Jan” Whitmire; two granddaughters, Christine Whitmire and Jessica Whitmire; and a great-granddaughter, Sydney Whitmire-Spiering all of Grants Pass; and a sister, Patricia Barber of Belfair, Washington.

Beverly was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Ring; son, Kenneth Ring; and son-in-law, Jay Whitmire.

Beverly loved the Lord and her life showed it in so many ways. She is now in His presence.

Remembrances may be made to Gideons International.

A graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at Hillcrest Memorial Park with Pastor Glen Litwiller officiating.