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JOHN D. RYAN

1947 - 2017

BORN

1947

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Laird Funeral Home - Elgin

310 South State Street

Elgin, Illinois

JOHN RYAN Obituary

ELGIN - John D. Ryan, 70 of Elgin passed away on August 22, 2017. He was born in Elgin on May 26, 1947.to John and Joyce Ryan. He was a member of the OWLS club, the Riverside Club and Elgin Torquers. He Coached Little League at Elgin Classic. John was an avid NASCAR fan. He is Survived by his wife Susan.Children Daughter MeriJayn (Michael) Lehman, their children Adam (Audrina) and Ben (Kelsey) Lehman Son Shane (Michele) Ryan their Children Andrew and Emily, Step Daughter Meredith (Randy) Pompa, Their children Teagan and Rylee, his Brother William (Jan) Ryan, a Sister Sandie (Jerry) Crawford. Two great Grandchildren Xander and Ryan Lehman and several nieces and nephews. He is Preceded in death by his parents, brother Gary Ryan, and stepson Chad Meyers. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday August 26 at the Laird Funeral Home Elgin. Burial will follow at Lakewood Memorial Park. Visitation will be on Friday from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. in the Funeral home. In lieu of Flowers memorials may be to Anderson Animal Shelter, 1000 S La Fox St., South Elgin, IL 60177. For information call 847-741-8800 or lairdfamilyfuneralservices.com.

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Published by Daily Herald on Aug. 24, 2017.

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Sally Jensen (Hall)

August 18, 2020

Thank you for the great memories !!!

August 29, 2017

Sue, So sorry to hear about John. I remember all the wonderful memories of you two in Cambridge. John was always ready to help everyone. Our prayers are with you and your family. Sorry I couldn't make it to visitation. Hugs to you! Pat

Stacie Keegan

August 27, 2017

So sorry to hear that he has left us. He was an amazing man with a super kind heart. He would do anything for anyone. Our condolences to Sue and the family during such difficult times. Thoughts, prayers, and hugs sent your way. He will truly be missed.
Jeff and Stacie Keegan

Shari Evers

August 24, 2017

Very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a very special man. I have fond childhood memories of him and your family.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

- Shari (Skjoldager) Evers

Sally Hall (Jensen)

August 24, 2017

It is so wonderful to read he has such a large family, including GREAT grand kids. He got an early start. John was my first steady boyfriend at age 12. We loved having dancing parties in my basement at 1011 Hill Avenue. Before Sports and Cars took over, he was a great dancer. I am not surprised he became an animal lover as he was such a kind person. My name was Sally Jensen at the time. May we all dwell on the good memories. Sincerely, Sally (Jensen) Hall

August 24, 2017

RIP John - Sue, So sorry to hear of John's passing. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Beverly Viands

George Stoddard

August 24, 2017

So sorry to hear of John's passing. My deepest condolences to the family. Many memories of John going way back to when we were neighbors on Hartwell street in the early 50's. My parents and his were good friends also. May he rest in peace.
-George Stoddard

brett(bedrock) roxworthy

August 23, 2017

so sorry to hear of johns passing, a really great guy,my condolences to sue,his children and his entire family. going to miss his easy going demeanor and hello's.i will raise a beer to you friend,rest in peace

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Aug

25

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Laird Funeral Home - Elgin

310 South State Street, Elgin, IL 60123

Aug

26

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Laird Funeral Home - Elgin

310 South State Street, Elgin, IL 60123

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26

Burial

Lakewood Memorial Park

IL

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310 South State Street, Elgin, IL 60123

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