Susan Ryan Obituary
Susan “Sue” D. Ryan, 75, of Zanesville, died Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at home.
Born September 17, 1949, in Zanesville, she was a daughter of the late Frank White and Alice (Lucky) Morris. Sue was a weaver for 26 years at the Longaberger Company. Sue was an avid BINGO player and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and would light up when her numerous great grandchildren came to visit. She was member of the Zanesville Eagles Ladies Auxiliary 302.
Surviving are her five children, Alex (Jackie) Simon, Robin (Ronnie) Dunkle, Charles “Chuckie” Simon, Robert (Marticia) Robinson and Tracey Robinson; grandchildren, Alex Jr., Alisha, Charles “Chuck” Jr., Brittany, Chelsie, Brandon, Brady, Hannah, Emma, Kaden, Kohen, Mariah, and Madison; several great grandchildren; two sisters, Dottie (Leroy) Kimble and Starla Thomas; her little yorkie, Precious; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Christine Robinson; two sisters, Linda Gibson and Clare Marple.
Private family services will be held.
The Dresden Chapel of Vensil | Wagner | Marshall Funeral Home, 714 Main Street is assisting the family.
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