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Donald F. Ryan

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Snyder Funeral Homes, Denzer Chapel

360 East Center Street

Marion, Ohio

Donald Ryan Obituary

Donald F. Ryan

MARION: Donald F. Ryan, age 90, of Marion, passed away peacefully on Sunday evening July 27, 2014 at the Kingston Residence of Marion.

Don was born on January 19, 1924, the son of Judson and Bertha (Flewelling) Ryan in Elyria, Ohio. Don graduated from the Elyria High School and then attended Ohio University, graduating with a Bachelor degree in Arts.

In 1943, Don enlisted in the United States Army to bravely defend our country during WWII. He was awarded several medals, including 4 Bronze Stars.

Upon his honorable discharge in 1946, he was united in marriage to Agnes Irene Ratcliff in Elyria, Ohio. Together they shared nearly 68 years of marriage.

Don retired from the Marion City Schools as an Art teacher, serving the schools for 27 years.

Don was very gifted and had many hobbies. He loved to volunteer and did so at the Palace Theater, Heritage Home and the Visitors Center. He was honored to receive the Pearl Roberts award. He was a member of the Central Christian Church, Marion Rose and Garden Club and also the Fish and Game Club. Don also enjoyed working with pottery and he was extremely gifted in creating beautiful Tiffany style lamp shades.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Agnes I. Ryan of Marion; his children: Al (Barb) Ryan of Marion, Joan (Randy) Hill of Bridgman, MI and Timothy (Beth) Ryan of Camden, SC; grandchildren: Kimberly (Jeff) Price, James Ryan, Brandon (Stephanie) Ryan, Issac (Kristina) Ryan, Morgan Ryan and Jonathan Hill; great grandchildren: Connor and Drayson Ryan; and many nieces and nephews.

Don is preceded in death by his parents and brothers: Jack and Bill Ryan.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 1, 2014 at the Central Christian Church, 421 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Marion from 10AM to 12Noon; Memorial services will immediately follow at 12Noon with Rev. Merlyn Winters officiating

If so desired, donations may be made to the Central Christian Church.

The Denzer-Farison-Hottinger & Snyder Funeral Home is honored to be serving Don's family and your condolences may be expressed to the family at www.SnyderFuneralHomes.com

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Published by Marion Star from Jul. 29 to Jul. 30, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Donald Ryan

13 Entries

Tom & Cheryl Obenour

August 8, 2014

Tom and I are VERY sad to get this news. Don was a well-liked elder of the church and always made outsiders feel "welcome" at CCC. We learned of Don's death from Scot Braumiller of Central Christian at Tom's RV high school reunion August 2nd. We have such fond memories including playing Euchre with Don and Agnes at their house. It took a long time for us to have them over to our place but they came for a visit. We taught them how to play Bibleopoly. He was teasing us about driving 'way up here just to get beat at the game!' The family has our deepest sympathy and we are sending a donation to the church in honor of him. Tom & Cheryl

August 5, 2014

To the family of Don--I was saddened to read of Don's passing. He and his wife would get fresh eggs for us and after we retired from the "egg" growing any time I would see him, he always asked if I was doing eggs, again. I will miss seeing a fine gentleman around town. Time and faith will heal the loss. So sorry. Marjorie HIte

Tina Tennar

August 2, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to all the family on your loss.

Ted and Tina Tennar

Cheryl Sanders-Crouch

August 1, 2014

Your dad was always so nice to my brother David and myself. So sorry for your loss.

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Stephen Stuart

July 31, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Don's family. I fondly
remember him as a dedicated art teacher at
Edison Middle School.

July 30, 2014

I will always remember Don as my very best Friend for the past 40 years, Barbara and I will never forget most wonderful and Christian man. Ed & Barb Roseberry

Lee Ann Howard Kohler

July 30, 2014

To the family,
Your Dad was a very special teacher who will be remembered by many. RIP Mr. Ryan

Marcela from Baires Restaurant

July 29, 2014

Our deepest condolences from Baires and my family. We will miss you and Agnes coming into the restaurant. You will be dearly missed.

Rev. Rick Cox

July 29, 2014

Don was one of my teachers at Edison jr high was always a great teacher God Bless you all

Traci Honaker

July 29, 2014

Don was my art teacher when I was at Edison Middle School; he was always very patient with me since I couldn't draw very well. He was a great man and teacher! RIP!

Carroll Neidhardt

July 29, 2014

What a gentleman and friend! Talents and interests; he shared with us all. Don and Agnes have always shared with the world and we are better for it. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Carolyn Owen / Terry Beers

July 29, 2014

Matthew 25:21

His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant.

So sorry to hear about your husband / father. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Jane and Lynn Snider

July 29, 2014

Our sincerest sympathies to all of the family on your loss. I will always remember Don teaching me to refinish furniture; and his kindness and friendship with my family meant a lot to all of us. May God be with you and bless you. Jane (Kaiser) and Lynn Snider

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