Stephen Timothy Ringen, 49, of Ash Grove, passed away on Monday, December 10, 2018.

Stephen, the son of Dr. Oran J. and Helen A. (Shaffer) Ringen, was born in Joplin, MO, on April 21, 1969. Stephen and Tiffany Berry were united in married on May 26, 2004 and shared over 17 years together.

Stephen was a life-long area resident and graduated from Ash Grove in 1987. He was an avid outdoorman and loved to fish. Stephen treasured his family and loved spending time with them, especially his boys and grandchildren. He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all those that knew and loved him.

Stephen is survived by his wife, Tiffany Ringen of the home; parents, Dr. Oran and Helen Ringen of Ash Grove; children; Christopher Ringen and wife Sydney of Springfield, Alex Ringen of Ozark, Timothy Ringen of the home; step-son, Dustin Adney of Springfield; grandchild, Finley Ringen; step-grandchild; Naomi Adney; brothers, John Ringen and wife Lola, Bill Ringen, Roger Ringen and wife Sheri; aunt, Judi Moore and husband Tom; nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and many friends.
Stephen was preceded in death by his grandparents.

Visitation will be Saturday, December 15, 2018 from 3:00PM-5:00PM at Wilson-Griffin Funeral Home, Ash Grove, MO.