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Ryan Mortensen
1982 - 2017
Ryan Mortensen
1982 - 2017
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BORN
1982
DIED
2017
Ryan Mortensen Obituary
Ryan Lynn was born on a wintery day January 13, 1982 to Marvin and Barbara (Heerema) Mortensen in Ames, IA. He graduated from Jefferson-Scranton High School in 2000 and then attended Central College in Pella, IA where he graduated in 2004 with his Bachelor's Degree in Communications. Ryan was united in marriage to Megan Bonnstetter and they were blessed with two beautiful daughters: Finlay Rae and Franki Louise. They were later divorced. He was most recently employed at John Deere with their Intelligent Solutions Group in Urbandale, IA.
Ryan enjoyed spending time with his family, from teasing his younger brother and sister to farm talk with his dad and grandpa. He loved every minute he spent with his daughters, watching movies with them such as their recent favorite, Moana. He also enjoyed watching Star Wars, music and football.
Left to cherish in his memory are Ryan's daughters: Finlay Rae and Franki Louise of Johnston, IA; parents, Marv and Barbara Mortensen of Ankeny; brother, Alex (Megan) Mortensen and daughters Katelyn & Emmaline of Kansas City, MO; sister, Jeneka Mortensen of West Des Moines; grandfather, Ray Mortensen of Fort Dodge; along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents: Ralph and Frances (Bielema) Heerema and paternal grandmother Eunice (Peterson) Mortensen.
Online condolences and memories may be shared on Ryan's page at www.ankenyfuneralhome.com.
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Jim & Nancy Teusch
April 3, 2017
We were so sorry to read of the death of your son Ryan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Chris Carpenter
April 3, 2017
So sorry to hear about Ryan! I will have your family in my prayers.
Ken Shearer
April 1, 2017
Ryan's Family,
Thank you for sharing this wonderful man with all of us at John Deere. Please know that Ryan touched all of our lives in a positive way. I hope and pray that time helps erase the pain of losing Ryan but does not erase a lifetime of fond memories.
~Death can never take a good man away, for in the hearts of the people he inspired, the legacy remains and continuous throughout generations~
Jason Gibson
March 31, 2017
Ryan was always great to be around was truely a gentle giant. I was on the wresting team with ryan and would regularly go to his house to play PlayStation before wresting meets. After high school whenever we did cross paths or talk there was always genuine excitement and interest from him into what was going on with me and others. You will be missed Mort.
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Ian and Maria Schneider
March 31, 2017
Our hearts are breaking with you, Barb and Marv. I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your son, Ryan. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!
Gail Bemis
March 31, 2017
I am so saddened by your loss - such a shock. I pray that you are feeling God's strength and loving arms wrapped around you.
David and Mary Loupee
March 31, 2017
There is so much love in all the photo gallery pictures....what treasures to have and to share. There is no way to truly express our deep sadness. Know that our love and prayers are with you all.
Lorin Schultz
March 31, 2017
"Barb and Family" - I will miss hearing Ryan's voice at work with him joking around with the dealers on the phone and him joking around with all the guys at work. He is missed and your family is in our prayers!
March 31, 2017
Our deepest sympathies, Marv and Barb. David and Linda Redfern
Terry Murphy
March 31, 2017
So sorry to hear about Ryan! I will have your family in my prayers in the days ahead.
Tony Celsi
March 31, 2017
I will miss Ryan. He would always greet me by name at work and always be interested in how things were going and have something nice to say. He was always friendly to me. I thought Ryan was a great guy.
Cheryl and Doyle Heyveld
March 30, 2017
Barb and Marv and family - We are so sorry for your loss and will keep you in our prayers.
Rita Frank
March 30, 2017
Barb and family-
So sorry to hear about your son. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynne Hoeksema
March 30, 2017
These pictures make me smile and shed tears. Loved seeing the pix with your parents, Barb. Such happy times. Please know that I am praying for you constantly and am heartbroken for all of you. Love and hugs.
Tanya Goodman
March 30, 2017
Barb, Jeneka and family,
This is heartbreaking beyond words. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish your memories!
Anne Brenneman
March 30, 2017
There are no words for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
March 30, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss.You are in my thoughts and prayers. Kay Finneseth
Becki Remsburg
March 30, 2017
I was saddened to hear of Ryan's passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Joetta Lewis
March 30, 2017
I am so sad for all who loved Ryan. My heart is aching for you all.
Gwyn Augustine
March 29, 2017
Dear Barb & Jeneka,
Just learned this terribly sad news of your Ryan. It is heart breaking. My thoughts and prayers are with you and ALL your family.
Dave Schwartz
March 29, 2017
Marv, I had the pleasure of meeting Ryan one time and he was a very infectious personality. I am praying for you and your family through this very difficult process. God Bless you
Deb Olson
March 29, 2017
I am sorry for your loss! You have my sympathy! I remember Ryan as a sweet little boy in my first grade classroom.
Kyle Wickert
March 29, 2017
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of Ryan. We spent a lot of time together traveling around the country while working for AgriTech. Even when the job we were doing wasn't the most fun, Ryan was always able to keep things interesting. He was truly a great person and will be missed by many.
Jan & Roger
March 29, 2017
We remember Ryan as a friendly and kind person. The world has lost a gentle soul. Our sympathy and prayers to the Mortensen family.
Jared Atkinson
March 29, 2017
Ryan was a great friend and teammate. He always had smile and willing to help out where he could. Many of my best memories with rugby involve Ryan. My wife and are deeply saddened by this news. Our thought and prayers are with his children and family.
Susan Kester
March 29, 2017
Our hearts break for you Barb, Marv, and family. I know how much joy your family brings to you and it must be devastating to accept the loss of a dear son. We pray for strength to be shared within your family and friends to get you all through this overwhelming time of grief. Much sympathy from the Kesters.
Jenny Daubendiek
March 29, 2017
My heart goes out to you, Mortensen family. Ryan was such a good, good guy. The world lost a great one that's for sure. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
March 29, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Ryan's passing. He was a great employee for us in 2008-2010. We had a lot of fun while working with him. We are praying for the family. May God bring comfort to you in this troubling time.
Allen Ersch, Debbie Phelps, Blaine Phelps, Randy Mathaler, Barry Klein and Josh Hawk, the Agritech bunch (Fredericksburg, TX)
Jason Lear
March 29, 2017
My condolences to the Mortensen Family. Ryan mentored me at John Deere Global Support. He will be missed, greatly.
Kevin Potratz
March 29, 2017
Sometimes God calls your name because he has work for you to do in heaven. I know Mort is there checking over the crops and joining the Rugby team. Mort always had a smile and good natured message when ever we would meet, usually at the Rugby pitch in Iowa Falls . Mort was a gentle giant with a heart of Gold. My son Alex who admired Mort is telling him about the Rugby team in Heaven I am sure. Mort spirit will always be here and will never be forgotten. God has a plan for him. God Bless his family.
Sue Meyer
March 29, 2017
Barb and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Ryan's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Leigh Anne Anderegg
March 29, 2017
My condolences to the Mortensen Family. I worked with Ryan at CarMax. He was a wonderful young man who will be greatly missed. He was so proud of his girls. Jeneka: I just now realized he was your brother. Thoughts and prayers from Rob and Kendra, too.
Rae Olerich
March 29, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Kim Scheuermann
March 29, 2017
I have no words except I'm sure Ryan will be missed greatly! I have many fond memories of Ryan and of course Marv, Barb, Alex and Jenica. I just want you all to know my heart and prayers are with you all. God bless Ryan and the rest of you! Peace and Love to you all!
Chris Noble
March 29, 2017
I am sorry to hear about Ryan's passing, I enjoyed working and Mentoring Ryan while we traveled the country together. I will pray for your family.
Adrienne Smith
March 29, 2017
So sorry to hear this, Marv and Barb! I am thinking of you all. Adrienne Smith
Bob/Gretchen Pearston
March 29, 2017
Marv, Barb, Alex, and Jenica-
So... sorry to hear about Mort. Loved him!! Fond memories of CUI days with all and your visit here to the Catskills. Always in our thoughts and prayers!!
Bob, Gretchen, Durk, Alex & Bec
David Perkins
March 28, 2017
The last time I saw Ryan was at Little League as his coach in Jefferson. To me he will always be a young boy who made me smile and laugh. He always tried hard to succeed at what ever drills we were practicing and never complained. Prayers for those who mourn for Ryan
Don and Rina McCool
March 28, 2017
Dear Mortensen family,
My heart is heavy tonight. Ryan went to school with our son, Michael Walker, and we always considered him to be an upstanding young man. He grew into such a fine young man and that wonderful smile of his remained.
May God give you peace in the days and years ahead. His memory will live on in all who knew him. We're honored to have been able to have him in our lives.
Beth Vander Wilt
March 28, 2017
To the Mortensen family,
I am so saddened to hear about Ryan. I enjoyed having him in school and remember him as being very well liked. Keeping your family in my prayers.
Tanner Taylor
March 28, 2017
A terrible loss for so many. Mort, you made friends out of all people you encountered. We remember that and thank you for that. Safe travels, see you on the other side, my friend.
Sam and Rhonda Harding
March 28, 2017
Praying for you Barb and Marv and kids.
Valerie Brewer
March 28, 2017
Marv, Barb, & Family: We are so sorry for your loss and you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Derek, Valerie, Keilah, and Linnea Brewer
Diana Hoyle
March 28, 2017
Prayers and condolences to Marv and Barb.Fly high with the Angels Ryan
March 28, 2017
I am so saddened to hear of Ryan's passing. I knew of him planting corn with me and just hanging out down here in Texas. He will be missed by many. My prayers go out to the family.
Brent Keyser
Fredericksburg, Texas.
Lori Weyhrich
March 28, 2017
My heart is breaking for you and your family. I have no words, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lori Weyhrich and Family
Christine Baker
March 28, 2017
My heart breaks for your family. Know that you're in my thoughts and prayers. Praying that memories comfort you during this dark time in your lives. Sending love.....
Christine Baker
March 28, 2017
My heart breaks for your family. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers. May memories comfort you during this dark time. Sending love.....
Michael Walker
March 28, 2017
I am heart broken about the loss of Ryan. I have so many memories of time with him in school, in sports, band, Ryan just stopping by because he was in Ames and wanted to see what was going on or just coming over to his house during free periods during high school. His happiness was infectious and it made you happier. Ryan was a great person and although it'd been a long time since we visited, I will miss him dearly. I pray for peace and comfort to his family when that time can come.
John & Jan Turpin
March 28, 2017
Sadden about this news. So many fond memories of Ryan in my classroom and on the football field. Prayers and thoughts to family.
Sandi Risdal
March 28, 2017
Surrounding your family with love, thoughts, and prayers! May God's loving kindness give you comfort and strength. Paul and Sandi Risdal
Lindsay Compton
March 28, 2017
My heart goes out to the Mortensen Family. I have great memories of Ryan's kindness and humor. Your family is in my prayers.
Joey Liekweg
March 28, 2017
Ryan is an amazing people person. He always made me smile and still does as I think about him writing this. I was very saddened to hear from my brother of his passing. My families thoughts are prayers go out to his family and friends. I know someday we will meet again in a place where there is no darkness.
Mark & Nancy Heerema
March 28, 2017
Ryan will always have a special place in our hearts. We loved him, and love his family. Our hearts break for you all. May he rest in a well-deserved peace, and may you all find comfort and peace knowing that he's in God's loving arms.
Ellen Bunkers-Ritter
March 28, 2017
I am sorry to hear about Ryan, he was always such nice person. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
March 28, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
March 28, 2017
Dear Mortensen Family,
We are deeply saddened by the news of Ryan's passing. Please know that our family is keeping you in prayer.
Elvin and Patti Thompson
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