Jason Ryno

1973 - 2022

Jason Ryno, 48, of Joliet, Ill., formerly of St. Joseph tragically passed away in September 2022.

He was born on Nov. 21, 1973, in Benton Harbor, son of Rick and Cheryl Ryno.

Cremation is being handled by Avink Funeral Home, Schoolcraft, Mich. A memorial service will be held to share your memories of Jason from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12, at The Chapel, 4250 Washington Ave., St. Joseph. Please use entrance No. 2.

Jason is survived by his mother, Cheryl Ryno of St. Joseph; sister, Jennifer Pratt (Ben Anderson) of Stevensville; niece, Kayla Pratt; nephew, Travis Pratt; aunts and uncles: Vicki Kesterke of St. Joseph, John and Diane Sonefeld of Ludington, Mich., Ed and Sandi Conradi of West Chicago, Ill., and Sylvia Ryno of St. Joseph; cousins: Cindy Kesterke, Jimmy Kesterke, Matt (Holly) Sonefeld, Bethany Sonefeld (Travis), Angela (Larry) Gholson and Scott Conradi, Mike (Sandy) Ryno, and Mark Ryno; and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by his dad, Rick Ryno; grandparents: Erwin and Thelma Ryno, Tilferd and Dolly Arent; uncles; Jim Kesterke, Chris Arent, Ken Ryno.

Jason graduated from St. Joseph High School. He was a member of the St. Joe Marching Bears, the track team, and the school choir. After graduation he worked for many years in the restaurant industry. He loved exploring a variety of areas to live – including his hometown St. Joseph, plus Benton Harbor, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Chicago, Florida, and most recently, Joliet, to name a few.

Jason was known for his infectious laugh and beautiful smile. He was a creative soul and if anyone knew Jason, they were aware of how much he enjoyed all varieties of music. He touched so many lives while spending time with his family and friends. He will be missed by all.