Ryan J. Dyson, of Phillipsburg, NJ, passed away peacefully in Philadelphia, PA, on Monday, December 15, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on December 18, 2001, in Phillipsburg, NJ, Ryan was the son of Timothy Dyson and Malinda DeHaas. He was a proud graduate of the 2020 class of Warren County Vo Technical School in Washington, NJ. After graduating, Ryan worked in the field of electronics and in his free time, enjoyed gaming and assembling legos. He loved spending time with his pets, and would often be found with a cat by his side.
Ryan is survived by his mother, Malinda DeHaas and his father Timothy Dyson, his brother Baine Freeman and his girlfriend Elizabeth Hankinson. He is also survived by his grandparents, Beppe and Pake, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and other extended family.
Family and friends may pay their respects on Monday, December 22, 2025, from 5 to 7 pm at the Faith Discovery Church, Washington, NJ. A gathering celebrating Ryan's life will be held at a later date. For those desiring, contributions may be made in Ryan’s memory to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111 or Foxchase.org/donate

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