Mr. Wendell D. "Windy" Ringle, 88, of 318 Pontiac Rochester, passed away at 11:20 PM, Friday, January 20th, 2012 at home. He was born in Plymouth, IN on March 5, 1923, the son of Frank E. and Eldora Pet Elkins Ringle. As one of eight children, Wendell shared his childhood with three brothers and four sisters. Answering the call to patriotism, Windy enlisted to serve our country during World War II with the United States Army. He was a member of the 775th tank battalion, the 8th armored division serving in the Philippines. Windy was also assigned with driving a 10 ton wrecker, recovering wrecked tanks. During his stint in the Asiatic-Pacific he was decorated with the American Theater Ribbon, Asiatic-Pacific Theater Ribbon with two bronze stars, Philippine Liberation Ribbon with one Bronze Star, Good Conduct Medal and the Victory Medal of World War II. On October 23, 1970, Windy and Carole Hollar were married in Plymouth. Together they shared life's adventures for over forty-one years. In their earlier years they annually planted a truck patch garden, supplying friends and family with fresh vegetables and fruits. The garden's bounty was also canned for later use. The weekends took Wendell and Carole to many garage sales hunting for the bargain of the day. As avid antiquers, they had visited nearly every antique store in a 30 mile radius. Eating out at various locales was also an activity they enjoyed together. Wendy loved going to car shows. Two of his most treasured cars were his 1936 Chevy and his 1954 Studebaker. He once was recognized with his Studebaker with the first prize, in the antique car competition, at the Argos 4th - a - bration several years ago. Wendy cherished Gigi, his faithful French Poodle. Windy will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Carole, at home; 3 daughters: Rose Archambeault & husband John of Argos, Tina Flynn of Rochester, Sharon Turner of Argos; daughter-in-law, Jeanne Ringle of Plymouth; extended family members: Elmer Stiles and wife Alice of Plymouth, Don Stiles and wife Diane of Plymouth, Rich Stiles and wife Hotsako of Plymouth, Betty Sarna of Plymouth, Wanda Bassett of Meridan, Conn.; numerous grandchildren and several great grand children; and canine companion: Gigi, a black French Poodle. Wendell was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Dennis D. Ringle, a daughter Donna Treber, and 3 brothers: Marvin "Mike" Ringle, Francis Ringle, Ray Ringle, and 4 sisters: Dorothy Lee, Gene Andrews, Louise Casper, and Phyllis Lyons. Wendell's family is honoring his wishes of no services. The Good Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with his arrangements. On line messages of sympathy or lighting a candle to honor Wendell's memory may be sent by visiting www.goodfamilyfh.com