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Steve went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 7, 2023 while being surrounded by his loving family. He passed away after a brief illness at Willis Knighten North Hospital in Shreveport, LA. Steve was born November 16, 1951 in Zanesville, OH to Joy and Robert "Bob" Ryan. He worked for over 20 years as a purchasing agent for Lear Corporation in Zanesville. After moving to Ruston, he worked for Franke Corporation until his retirement in 2020. Steve was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was an avid Ohio State University fan but was the biggest fan of many of the endeavors of his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed coaching Little League Baseball in Ohio and was happiest on a ballfield or when hunting and fishing in the great outdoors. Steve was a proud grandfather who loved spending time with his grandchildren and watching them figure skate, participate in karate and play hockey. You could usually find Steve and Marlette watching sports or the cooking channel in their free time. Steve was preceded in death by his father and brothers Jerry Ryan and Greg Ryan.
Steve is survived by his wife of 20 years, Marlette Singleton Ryan; his mother, Joy Ryan; son Brad Ryan; daughters Lindsay Ryan Lent and husband Dustin and Tiger and husband Jake McNabb; three cherished grandchildren: Rylan Lent, Avery Kate McNabb and Ryker Lent; niece Staci Mehling; nephews Chad Ryan and Storm Reeves; several great-nieces and great-nephews; and a host of other family and many friends.
Serving as pallbearers will be the following family and friends: Thomas Graham, Gilbert Hayes, Dustin Lent, Avery Kate McNabb, Jake McNabb, Storm Reeves and Ryan Shamberger. Honorary pallbearers are the following friends: Dana Giovannello, Mike Hays, Bobby Jefcoat, Mickey Murphy and Britton White.
Marlette Ryan would like to thank the doctors and nurses of Willis Knighten North for their excellent and loving care. Steve will be missed by all who knew him, but his legacy of love and devotion to family and friends will live on.
Visitation will be held from 12:00-2:00 PM, Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at the church.
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Jeff Cope
May 13, 2023
Condolences to the family from Zanesville Ohio. Steve was a good friend
Sherrie Dailey
May 12, 2023
Condolences for Marlette and the Ryan Family. Very sorry for your loss. I graduated with Greg.
Bruce Archibald
May 12, 2023
May God be with you as you grieve your loss. Steve was three years ahead of me at Philo High School but I remember his voice and his baseball playing days. Glad to hear that he trusted in Jesus. Absent from the body and present with the Lord. Gives us comfort to know we will see him again.
Chuck Berkheimer
May 11, 2023
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Greg Hamilton
May 11, 2023
Steve and I went to Sandy Lane elementary school starting in 1956. We already had a love for sports. With classmates Clinton Cox, Mark Baker, Robin Crumbaker, I knew we were going to be great by the time we were all together in high school. Sadly, my dad got transferred and we never got to play together. Steve went on to shine as an Electric and I just moved on. Hugs and prayers go out to Joy and Marlette and the entire family!!
Mary Perone
May 11, 2023
Thank you Steve for so many good memories.
Gary Swope
May 10, 2023
Deepest sympathy. I think the last time I saw Steve was in the late '60s to early '70s. I was friends with his younger brother Greg.
Sue Hildebrand / I graduated with Jerry
May 10, 2023
My sympathy to all the Ryan family. What a great picture to share. He had a really nice smile. Sue Sims Hildebrand
Bob and Connie Peterson
May 10, 2023
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Family of Steve Bob and I went to school with Steve
Penny Singleton Torbet
May 10, 2023
Sorry but won´t be able to attend. I have to start my chemo on Tuesday so I´m having to get a lot done in the next few days around here. I would love to see you all. But I will be keeping you in my prayers.
Heather Strozier
May 10, 2023
It was such a privilege to know Mr Steve. I looked forward to our chats. He will be greatly missed by my family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sheri Ladner
May 10, 2023
Marlette, I'm so sorry to hear about Steve. I will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Robin Davidson
May 10, 2023
We are out of town so I am sorry we won´t be able to make the funeral. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Joey and Robin Davidson
The Adkins
May 10, 2023
Hugs to you and your family Lindsay.
Angela Lacy
May 9, 2023
Deepest condolences and sympathy to all of you at this very sad time in your lives.
Peace be with you.
Yvonne
May 9, 2023
So sorry to hear about Steve & your loss. Sending hugs & love
Yvonne & Joe Sidwell and family
The Staff of Owens Funeral Home
May 9, 2023
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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