David Ring, age 55, passed away on Friday, December 10th, 2021, at his home in Colorado Springs after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Ada Ring and his daughter, Gabby Ring.

David was born in Seattle, Washington to Lee Peterson and George Ring. His adoptive father, Jack Peterson, and Lee raised David. He was the youngest of his siblings Dan, Ann, Rebecca, Nanette, and Quen.

He served in the United States Army for 4 years active duty as a tank crewman and 2 years in the Army Reserves as an infantryman. David was passionate about the military and embodied the Army values, even after his service.  One of David’s wishes was to see a tank again and 10 days prior to his passing, he went to Fort Carson and climbed onto a tank one last time. His face lit up with a huge smile and he came to life as he spoke to the soldiers about his time as a tank crewman.  

To start a new career, David taught himself as much as he could about information technology. He entered into the IT field and the work clicked with him because he was incredibly technical and intelligent. He continued to grow as an IT support specialist and his love of computers also grew. He was always a huge gamer with the best desktop set up, complete with a customized desk he built himself.  

David was always building something or learning a new skill, which is why his wife named him the man of a million hobbies. The man of a million hobbies could do it all, build computers and drones, construct furniture , sing, create art, mix music, the list goes on and on. He could fix anything and always had a solution. Whether it was a broken appliance, or you were in a tough situation, David knew how to fix it.

David found joy in making others laugh and could make just about any situation better with his humor. He would take any opportunity he could to make people laugh with either his goofiness, sarcasm, or wit.

David also loved his dog, Ace. He was a loyal companion and a constant comfort to David during his fight with cancer.

To his wife, he was a best friend and devoted life partner. They could talk about anything, faced every challenge as a team, and built a beautiful life together. To his daughter, he was an endless source of love, support, comfort, and mentorship. He was an amazing father who made it to every soccer game, choir concert, and major life event in his daughter’s life. His siblings will remember him fondly as their little brother with the biggest heart.

David fought hard and can now finally rest. His life was full, and David expressed how happy he was with the life he lived and that he had no regrets. His loving nature, great sense of humor, and warmth will be fondly remembered and will be carried on through his loved ones.

Ceremonies will be held in Colorado at a date still to be determined.