Joseph Anthony Ring, Jr., 84, of La Plata, MD, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025. Born on August 17, 1940, in Washington, DC, he was the son of Joseph and Mary Ring.

Joseph worked for Safeway for many years, dedicating himself to his role as a warehouse foreman. His strong work ethic and commitment to excellence earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues, and he took great pride in his work.

Joseph was the proud father of five children: John Ring (Martha) of King George, VA, Michael Ring (Sandra) of Mechanicsville, MD, Theresa Fretz (Bob) of Lewes, DE, and Deborah Ring (Donald Bevington) of Mechanicsville, MD, from a previous marriage, as well as Katrina Czosek (Gene) of Mechanicsville, MD, his daughter with his beloved wife Sheryl Ring, whom he married in 1987. Together, Joseph and Sheryl shared the joy of their blended family.

Joe was an avid outdoorsman who was happiest kayaking local waters, hunting, hiking in the woods, riding his ATV or skiing the slopes in West Virginia. Another love of his was tending to his beautiful yard, where wildlife and flowering shrubs were abundant. It was his little slice of heaven.

Joseph was predeceased by his parents and brother, Vincent Ring. He is survived by his beloved wife, children, sister Mary Douglas (Pat), ten grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.


Arrangements by Brinsfield Funeral Home & Crematory, P.A., Charlotte Hall, MD.