Charles Ring Jr., age 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 8, 2022 in New Albany, Ohio. Chuck was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Charles Sr. and Edna (Wrabek) Ring. He married the love of his life, Arlene (Miller) and together they worked as court reporters in Colorado until retuning to Minnesota to join Arlene’s parents, Frank and Lillian Miller, in opening R&M Variety (later known as R&M Ben Franklin) in Willmar in 1955. The large store included an extensive pet department and large hobby section that included radio-controlled model airplanes. Chuck, a commercially rated pilot himself, also became an expert in building and flying model planes, teaching both adults and youngsters to enjoy the hobby. He continued building planes right up to his passing. Chuck also was a lifelong active member of the Lion’s Club, where he spearheaded numerous community service projects, including the Eye Bank, and was elected District Governor. He remained active in Li