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John Ryerson Obituary
JOHN ALAN
RYERSON
July 29, 1928 - May 3, 2009
John Ryerson, 80, of El Centro passed away Sunday, May 3 of natural causes.
A memorial service will be held today at 11 a.m. at First Christian Church in El Centro with Ed Sempsrott, Joe Finnell, John Jones and Captain Jerry Esqueda officiating.
John was born July 29, 1928 in San Diego, CA and later married Virginia (Ginger) Ryerson on June 17, 1955 in El Centro. He was a Veteran of the Korean War, having served in the U.S. Army. John was involved in many organizations which include El Centro Chamber of Commerce president, Imperial County Historical Society, CUHS board member (served as president for 12 years), Kiwanis member for over 40 years and was an active member of First Christian Church for 70 years. While active with the church, John served as a deacon and elder for 55 years. He also served on the board of Pacific Christian College in Fullerton and a lifelong member of the "Know It Alls".
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bess and Peter Ryerson; brothers, Stanly Ryerson and David Ryerson.
John is survived by his sons, John Jr. (Laura) of Murrieta, CA, Terry of St. George, UT, Jim (Liz) of Imperial, and Ron of El Cajon; sister-in-law, Fay Ryerson of Santee, CA; nephew, Randy Ryerson of Santee, CA; niece, Debi Gray of El Centro; nephews, Darrell Ryerson and Danny Ryerson of Utah; grandchildren, Courtney, Preston, Dustin, Rollie, Teri Rae, Tori, Tiffany and McKenzie.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Salvation Army or Pioneers Museum Heber College Restoration Fund.
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Diane Duringer Wilson
October 3, 2019
Dearest Ginger
You and John were the perfect couple. Sorry I am only now hearing about his passing. My son Les and I saw him last when we returned to El Centro for a class reunion. John was riding a lawn mower wearing a wide brim hat. He shared his condition and how what we do in our youth can effect us later in life.
Your dad married Ray and me. I lost him after only 18 years. So glad you and John had more....
ln Christian love,
Diane Duringer Wilson
jesse
January 2, 2016
My sympathy to all the family wife Virginia, sons
As a young man your dad hired me at the r.v park and the cement plant very good memories working together with your dad & husband he will be missed.
Jesse
Tracy West
May 19, 2009
Dear Mrs. Ryerson and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless you all.
May 18, 2009
Dear Virginia.... I had not heard of Johns' death until today....Enjoyed the 10 years of seeing you and John each day while living at Desert Trails...He surely will me missed by many. God Bless.
Treola Ross
Don Cruickshank
May 14, 2009
My sympathy to all the family. I always thought the most of John, even after I left Ry-Nel.
Harry & Vicki Blackman
May 14, 2009
Virginia and family
Very soory to hear of Johns Passing he will be missed A GREAT MAN
Pat Worthington Sundstrom
May 10, 2009
Dearest Virginia and family,
Everyone who knew John respected and liked him. He was a hard worker, a honest businessman and a true servant of God. Thru the years he was a valued friend of my Dad, Howard, and my folks often talked of the great times they had with you as a couple.
ronald morgan
May 8, 2009
sorry for your loss he was a great man.. and will be missed
Ronald Joe Morgan
Gene Hill
May 8, 2009
John Ryerson was a focused businessman who loved and lived life to the fullest. He worked hard. His life touched us all and he will live in our hearts forever. John has heard the words of our Lord, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant!" "Enter into the presence of the Lord!" Gene Hill, Modesto, CA (El Centro, 1995-2008), [email protected]
May 8, 2009
I believe there was never a nicer gentleman than John Ryerson. It was my priviledge and plesure to belong to the same Kiwanis club and church at the same time with John. May God bless Virginia and sons as well as the other family members.
Sonny Stires
Vista, CA
Margie and Rick DuBois
May 8, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Ryerson Family at this time. May God Bless you all.
Bruce Corfman
May 8, 2009
I will always remember how nice and humble Mr. Ryerson was, I’ll miss seeing him at the different stores and Places in the Valley. May God Bless the Family.
Mike Emerson
May 8, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Ryerson family.
Caroline Williams
May 8, 2009
Virginia & sons; My family were sorry to hear of Uncle John's passing. I'm sure he will be missed by many. May God give you comfort at this time. Caroline Ryerson-Williams,Rick,Cheri & Christi
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