Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 112, Number 33, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 24 August 1994 — Page 2

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Nappaiiee Advance News Wednesday, August 24, 1994

' Building a better community... By Merrie Chapman Staff Writer Ron Ringenberg is not an average tiree. This community-oriented

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Economic conditions dictate this drastic course of action. As a last resort, we have made markdowns storewide in order to move every piece of furniture fast. We must raise cash in order to pay bills that are piling up. Don’t wait and miss out on this sale of desperation. Come prepared to haul away your bargains and save even more. ENDS A~ul[][sjF 277~ H ENTERTAINMENT CENTERS • BEDROOMS • SOFAS • ST EEPERS • MATTRESS SETS • DINING SETS • RECLINERS

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citizen puts in many hours of hard work for such organizations as the Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Ron currently serves as president of the Chamber but he has a history of service to the organization. He spent two years on the board of directors and welcomes his current opportunity to witness the continuing growth in the Chamber. The 140 members of the chamber are 22 stronger than last year and according to Ringenberg the membership drive will begin early this year. The anticipated goal is 175-180 members. This energetic volunteer has served as Apple Festival Parade Committee Chairman for three years and has helped on the festival committee for four years. This fall will made his first experience as Festival Chairman. Previous to his experience with the Chamber Ron was very active as a business man. Finishing high school during the depression, he had no means with which to continue his education on a college level. Instead Ringenberg went to work for Mutschler Brothers in 1942, as an assistant to Lamar Mutschler, general manager and president Ron worked his way through the ranks moving into a sales position, then to assistant sales manager before becoming the sales manager and finally moving to marketing director. He witnessed two buy-outs as Mutschler changed names. In 1974 he was promoted to vicepresident and general manager of Triangle Pacific. In 1981 Ringenberg suffered a heart attack while in New York City, New York. Then “as an attempt to slow down,” he says he took a job within the same company as the National Trade Show Exhibit Manager for both Triangle Pacific and its sister company, Bruce Hardware Stores. His duties involved overseeing 30-40 major shows a year. Of those he attended 16-18 personally. Throughout his years as a successful business man, Ron always found time to donate for good causes. He was a long-time member of the Masons and Masonic Fraternities serving them both locally and at state levels. He served as president of the Elkhart Shrine Club and still volunteers his services to drive youngsters to both the Shriner’s Crippled Children’s Hospital, Indianapolis, and Bum Institute, Cincinnati, Ohio. When Ringenberg turned 21 he became a member of the Nappanee Jaycees. He remained with the club until age 36 and served a two-year term as state vice-president. His efforts were rewarded as the Jaycees gave him an honorary lifetime membership. That same dedication came through as he served the Nappanee

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Public Library Board for 12 years. He was president of the board when they made the decision to build a new library around the existing structure. That attempt to mix the old and new not only benefited the community but also won praise, recognition and honors throughout the state. Ringenberg proudly states that he was also on the board when the decision to hire Linda Yoder was made. He describes the current director as “a ball of fire” who is continuously contributing to the facility and “doing a tremendous job.” Ron was a part of another major expansion within the library. He and his peers made the decision to begin rental of videos, music, magazines, and paintings for the home. That program has since expanded to include 188 magazines. 1,313 sound recordings and 1,027 videos. The stock of books has grown to 48,752. Another project which Ringenberg remembers fondly is serving on the United Methodist Church Building Committee as president during the time of construction on a new sanctuary. His passion for overseeing progress while holding onto heritage has been evident throughout his life and the many projects on which he worked. This man of commitment has little time to spare but when he is faced with a few idle moments he dedicates himself to hobbies such as woodworking and photography. In the recent past, Ron admits to having narrowed down his hobbies. Now he enjoys turning wood projects but says they are very tiring and time consuming. Both of which put it in second place to his work at the Chamber. Ringenberg compliments the new Chamber Director, Mike McCauley, for his hard work and says he looks forward to seeing the Chamber expand into “more activities for the retail and industrial members.” After 50 years of working at both his business and various charitable organizations, why doesn’t Ron just retire and relax or travel? He describes having no desire to travel because he seen all parts of the country during his work as trade show exhibit manager. As for retirement, Ron says he “spent 50 years working” and wants to “spend the next 50 volunteering” for his community. A most unselfish man, Ron Ringenberg is the essence of citizenship and a great roll model for people of all ages. While Ringenberg chooses to work behind the scenes, his efforts

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VOLUNTEERS SERVICE--Ron Ringenberg is a retiree with very little time on his hands. This current president of the Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce is very active in many community events. See related article for details on Ringenbergs civic activities. (AN photo by Merrie Chapman)

are evident throughout the community. Be watching as his work culminates in success as he brings retailers

Domestic dispute involves knife, leads to four charges

The Nappanee Police Department responded to a call involving a domestic dispute at 207 Meadows, Nappanee, August 19. Officers were told that there had been a domestic disturbance at the residence and the reports were from people who were concerned for the safety of the occupants. When police arrived there was a man holding a knife. He was ordered to put the knife down but refused. The officers considered this to be aggressive behavior and ended up convincing Dale W. Martin, 32,207 Meadows, to drop the knife while they held him at gunpoint. He was still reluctant to discard the knife but finally complied. Through a following investigation it was learned that Martin allegedly committed battery on a woman of that residence prior to the arrival of police officers. The suspect was charged with criminal recklessness with a deadly weapon, resisting law enforcement, disdrderly conduct and domestic battery. Dale Martin was transported to the Elkhart County Jail pending a probable cause hearing held August Nappanee officers involved in the case included Ptl. Bruce Balasa, Cpl. Dana Hollar, Ptl. Tom Brock and reserve Ptl. Matt Geiger. MINOR CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL The NPD received an anonymous phone call, August 21, informing police that minors, located at the parking lot at Pantry Plus Convenient Store, had been drinking. Officers investigated the allegation and located one minor at the convenience store that had been drinking. Another was found at Stauffer Park. Both subjects were arrested for being minors and consuming alcohol. They were transported to the Nappanee Police Station for paperwork then released to their parents. PUBLIC INTOXICATION August 16, Nappanee Police Officers were called to a fight in the parking lot of Triangle Pacific, 500 block of Wabash Street. When police arrived there were

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people starting to leave the area but no fight was taking place. After a brief investigation it was determined that Thomas Gilliland was intoxicated and had provoked the incident. He was arrested for public intoxication and taken to the Elkhart County Jail where he was held on a SSOO bond. WARRANT ARREST August 19, James N. Rector, 33, 1514 Sunset Drive Rochester, was arrested on a warrant issued out of Nappanee City Court for failure to pay fines and costs, stemming from charges of operating while intoxicated. He was incarcerated in the Elkhart County Jail on a bond of SI,OOO and scheduled to appear in Nappanee City Court August 24, 5p.m.. Court news The following cases have been handled through the Nappanee City Court. David Widmoyer is the judge. Ronald K. Avery, Jr., charged with speeding 50mph in a 35mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $69.50. Marlin Hosteder, charged with disregarding a stop sign, paid total fine and costs of $64.50. Ronald A. Eby, charged with speeding 67mph in a 50mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $71.50. Duane Herron, charged with disorderly conduct, paid total fine and costs of $113.50. James A. Lantz, charged with having expired plates, paid total fine and costs of $59.50; also charged with having an expired driver’s license, paid total fine and costs of $lO. William G. Lavery, charged with not having operator’s license in possession, paid total fine and costs of $55.50. Jolene Roberts, charged with speeding 65mph in a 50mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $69.50. Andrew R. Feller, charged with speeding 57mph in a 45mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $66.50. Brian L. Yoder, charged with speeding 57mph in a 40mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $71.50. Kevin L. Weber, charged with a motorized bicycle violation, paid total fine and costs of $59.50. Jesse Pressler, charged with speeding 71mph in a 55mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $70.50. Jason N. Stump, charged with an unsafe start, paid total fine and costs of $74.50; also charged with a seat belt paid total fine and costs of $25. Daniel F. Weaver, charged with leaving the scene of a property damage accident, paid total fine and costs of $213.50.