Bennett, Ryan Richard age 31, of Monticello passed away unexpectedly on December 16, 2006. Survived by his cherished daughters, Kylie and Ashlyn; parents, Mary Lilley, and Bruce (Kathy) Bennett; sister, Ramie (Cory) Bucher; step-sister, Jenny (Paul) Enga; step-brother, Matt Wawrzyniak; nieces and nephew, Emma Rose Bennett, Madison Schaefer & Dylon Enga; grandparents, Marjorie Lilley, and Geraldine Bennett. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Ryan worked for Shortstop Electric. Memorial service 11 AM Thursday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 18380 Columbus Street, Dayton. Visitation 4-8 PM Wednesday at Dare's Funeral Home, 805 Main St., Elk River 763-441-1212 and one hour prior to service at church on Thursday. Inurnment St. John the Baptist Church Cemetery. Memorials preferred.
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Ryan, I am missing you so much today. I wish you were here to help me with all the struggles with our girls, as well as to celebrate their many accomplishments. It still hurts every day not being able to talk to you. I pray I see you again when its my time. I love you, and miss you so much.
Love, Crystal
Crystal Lemon
December 16, 2019 | FL
Ryan
There are no words to describe how much we all miss you. We all wish you were here making us smile, and laugh like you always did. You'll always be in our hearts, and our thoughts. Love, Jenny Weismann
Jenny Weismann
December 19, 2007 | Princeton, MN
Ryan,
You are so loved, and so missed. You are a wonderful father, brother, son and friend. I miss you. Please make sure to look in on all of us from time to time. With all of our love. Cori, Jake and Zander Spitmueller
Cori Spitzmueller
December 19, 2007 | Zimmerman, MN
I miss you. I love you. I wish you were still here. You were a good dad.
Ashlyn Bennett
December 18, 2007 | Elk River, MN
I miss you. I miss your smile, kisses, and hugs. I'm here without you, but I know you still love me. I love you so much. I will never forget you and you will always be in my heart.
Kylie Bennett
December 18, 2007 | Elk River, MN
It's been a year now since you've been gone. Life will never be the same, but we are comforted knowing that you're always watching over us. I will give our girls the best life that I can, and make you proud. I will always carry you in my heart.
Crystal Lemon
December 18, 2007 | Elk River, MN
Kylie and Ashlyn,
It's hard to believe it's already been a year, since your dad died. Ryan would be so proud of how you are growing up into fine young ladies. I hope in the future we can reminisce about your dad and how he was a good man that loved his two girls!!!
Love you,
Becky
Becky Winiecki
December 18, 2007 | Burns Township, MN
Dear Ryan,
By now you've read my letter, and I meant every word. I love Crystal like a sister, and Kylie and Ashlyn like my own kin. I promise you I will help support and guide them through there lives. With all of your friends and family, believe me there in good hands. I lost part of my family when we lost you. I will see you again someday.
Love your friend,
Andy Winiecki 12-18-2007
Andy Winiecki
December 18, 2007 | Burns Twp., MN
Dear Ryan,
There are so many people that miss you so much. I know we all think of you all the time. You were a wonderful son-in-law and a terrific father to your beautiful little girls - I know you are with them everyday and will live in their hearts forever.
We love and miss you Ryan.
Sharon & Dave Otten
December 18, 2007 | Crystal, MN
