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Michael E. Ryan

1945 - 2014

Michael E. Ryan obituary, 1945-2014, Joliet, IL

BORN

1945

DIED

2014

Michael Ryan Obituary

Michael E. Ryan Born: Feb. 3, 1945; In Joliet Died: Feb. 5, 2014; In Joliet Michael E. "Mick" Ryan, age 69, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center with his loving family by his side. Born in Joliet on February 3, 1945, the son of the late Eugene (1976) and the late Jeanette (1997) (nee Foley) Ryan. Mick attended St. Patrick Grade School and graduated from Joliet Catholic High School. He served in Germany as an MP with the US Army. For 34 years he worked as the "Candyman" as Buyer and General Manager for Eby Brown Company in Joliet. He most recently served as Chief Deputy Assessor for the Joliet Township Assessors Office. Mick was a locally renowned fast-pitch softball pitcher for the Manhattan Shadows, Red Barn and Chesty Chips. He was a local youth basketball and football official and he also coached boys baseball at St. Joe 's Park for many years. He was the Master of Ceremonies over the greatest Ryan Christmases ever. Mick loved everyone as long as you were Irish, Catholic, Democrat and a Cub Fan. Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Jim (1998); his father-in-law, Lawrence Motta (1970); and a brother-in-law, Don Motta (1995). Survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Lori (Lorraine, nee Motta) Ryan; his son, Larry (Chris Jambrosek); his daughter, Shelly (Tom) Felkins; mother-in-law, Bernice Motta; sister, Mary Jane Pluth; brother, Pat (Debi) Ryan; sister-in-law, Lee (Jim) Ryan and three precious gifts from heaven, his grandchildren, McKenna, Michael and Patrick "Packey" Ryan; proud uncle of Kim (Ron) Mitchell, Sue (Andy) Runde, Dan Pluth, Jayme (Mike) Zobel, Jim (Beth) Ryan, Jocie Pluth and Emilee Motta. Funeral Services will be held from the Blackburn-Giegerich-Sonntag Funeral Home, 1500 Black Road, Joliet on Monday, February 10, 2014 at 8:30 am to the Cathedral of St. Raymond for a mass at 9:00 am. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, February 9, 2014 from 2:00 to 8:00 pm He was such an admirer of Chicago Cubs legend Ron Santo, in lieu of flowers memorials in Mick 's memory to the Ron Santo Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Illinois Chapter, 11 South LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603 Arrangements by: Tapella. Funeral Services at Blackburn-Giegerich-Sonntag Funeral Home For information: 815-726-4054 or visit www.bgsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Herald-News from Feb. 7 to Feb. 9, 2014.

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Dave Parker

January 31, 2025

Mick was a fine human being. Very selfless. He was a devout Catholic, great family man and just a genuine hoot to be around. Tremendously funny. God bless Mick, Jim, Pat and all the Ryan’s.
Peace to all!

Darrell Jones

February 18, 2014

My condolences to Micks family and friends on Micks passing.

patrick murphy

February 12, 2014

Sorry to hear of Mike's passing I worked at Eby brown with Mike in the late 70's he was a great guy!

Mitch Ramsey

February 11, 2014

Lori and family,
so sad to hear of Micks passing,,
he was a Hell of a guy, and will be missed.
Mitch Ramsey

February 11, 2014

Mary Jane and Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find peace and comfort in your memories of greater times.

My Deepest Sympathy,
Kathy Locknar Gregory

Barb Fritz-Olsen

February 10, 2014

Lori, Larry and Shelly,
So sorry to hear of Mick's passing He was such a fun guy. Remembering his antics during the Maffeo Party store days!! He will be deeply missed but enjoy all the wonderful memories you have. Thinking of you. Hugs...

Karen Davis Nebe

February 9, 2014

Ryan Family
May the good memories of Mick live on through all of you. I will always remember him and your family fondly.
Karen Davis Nebe

Curt and Carole Horn

February 9, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to Lori and the Ryan family.

Michael James

February 9, 2014

May you find tranquility in knowing that friends and loved ones share in the loss of your dearly departed. Time will pass and the pain will lessen, but memories will be forever present of someone who was so special to so many people.

Michael & Denise

Bob & Donna Locknar

February 9, 2014

Mary Jane, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts.

Pat Robinson

February 9, 2014

Ryan Family, It always put a smile on my face when Mick and Lori came through the door at Cookies. Im sure my grandpa has "Micks Mug" ready for him in his "Cocktail Lounge up in the sky" He will truly be missed

Jennifer Rommel

February 9, 2014

Michelle, Larry, Mrs. Ryan and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Memories of Mr. Ryan from the days at St. Rays were always fond... a little fearful and intimidating back in 6th grade, but fond none the less. My deep sympathies are with you at this time.

Lorrie Lenzen

February 9, 2014

When my mom married into the Motta family, your whole family accepted us as yours, I was honored to call you Aunt Lorraine & Uncle Mickie, so many happy memories, my thoughts and prayers are with the whole Ryan & Motta Families.
Heaven has received a great angel to watch over you all.

Lorrie Lenzen

Marissa Delrose

February 9, 2014

Lori, Shelly, Larry and family,
So terribly sorry for your loss. Mick was an amazing guy and I will remember him fondly. Prayers to you through this tough time.

February 8, 2014

Mary Jane and family,
Am so sorry to hear about the passing of your brother Michael. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you during this difficult time.

Sue Cattaneo

Mike & Mona Literski

February 8, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Chris Borth

February 8, 2014

Lori and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. May the love and memories comfort you now and always.
(co-worker from Eby Brown)

February 8, 2014

I wanted to write a poem for Mick but I can't because my heart is broken. Denise

Joe and Carol Collins

February 8, 2014

Lori,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest In Peace Mick.

Craig Czerkies

February 8, 2014

Deepest condolences to the entire family.

Madonna (Hakey) Hamilton

February 8, 2014

Heaven definitely gained a wonderful man. He touched so many people's lives in so many ways ... a helping hand, a funny joke or just a smile. May the wonderful memories you share bring comfort to your hearts during this difficult time. Sending many thoughts & prayers for all of you.

Dan Pesavento

February 7, 2014

So sad to hear about his passing. I remember him refereeing my games when I was younger. He was such a great and enthusiastic man. Rest in peace Mick.

Joan Stefka

February 7, 2014

Dear Lori and family,
So sorry to hear of Mick's passing. The years we had you two as our neighbors were full of wonderful memories, especially for Nathan and Natalie. We will always remember how kind you were to us and how the kids felt loved by Mick and you, always being ready with smiles and treats for them. Mick was a great guy, his kindness and warmth will always live on. Lori, we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Mike, Joan, Nathan, Natalie and Naomi Stefka

February 7, 2014

We are so sad to hear of the passing of one so loved, Mick
The world will not be the same without Mick.
Our sympathy and prayers. Sue and Bob Funk

Jonathan Voss

February 7, 2014

Great guy and family! He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers to the whole family!

Barbara Dinoffria

February 7, 2014

Lori and family, I'm praying the Lord, God will bestow peace and comfort upon all during this very trying time in your lives.

Dave Parker

February 7, 2014

My deepest condolences to the entire Ryan family. Mick was a good person with a kind heart and giving soul. I thoroughly enjoyed talking and conversing with Mick the times I would run into him. He was the Sandy Koufax, a fire-balling left-handed pitcher,of his day in the Joliet Park District fastpitch softball leagues in the 1960s. May you rest in peace Mick, at the right hand of the Father.
Dave Parker

Larry Goggins

February 7, 2014

Lori so sorry for seeing of Mickies passing. we will be unable to attend any of the services for we are in Arizona. Our thoughts and great memories are with you at this time. It was great to have known him and to have played many years of softball.It became a life time of friendship with both you and Mick. Love Jackie and Larry Goggins

February 7, 2014

All our love and prayers are sent through the miles to the entire family. Jack Adams and Michelle Christie

James and Naomi Brown

February 7, 2014

Dearest Lori and your entire family we are praying for your strength and comfort during these difficult days. God knows, God cares and God loves you. Even in times of sorrow God will give you peace. Love you

Mick was undefeated to us all.

Michael & Kristen Gurka

February 7, 2014

Our family sends its deepest sympathy to the Ryan's. Mick was a true role model and inspiration as a family man. May the Victory Light shine brightest with the calling of a beloved Hilltopper. His memory will last with us forever.

Marie (Widlowski) Trantina

February 7, 2014

My deepest sympathy to The Ryan Family. Sending you prayers.

February 7, 2014

Lori, and family, we were so sorry to hear about mick. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Karen and Tom Simon

February 7, 2014

Dear Lori, Larry, and Shell,
So very sad to hear of the passing of Mick. Haven't seen or talked to all of you for several years, but will always remember our St. Ray's days together. My prayers and sympathy are with all of you. Mick was a great guy and will be missed by many.
Maureen Blaylock(Saindon)

February 7, 2014

Lori and family I am so sorry for your loss. Mick was a true friend to my mom Delores. May he rest in peace. Heaven has a new angel.
Sally Pasteris

February 7, 2014

Our thoughts and prayer are with you.
Our sympathy to you Lori, and family.
Bonnie and John Ragusa

February 7, 2014

Lori and Family,
I am out of the country but read about Mick on the computer. Please know how sorry I am for your loss. He was a great man!
Annette Buss

Sandy Lauer

February 7, 2014

Lori and family,
Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all as your hearts try to heal and may you find peace in the wonderful memories he left all of you.
Sandy & Dan Lauer

Richard Tapella

February 7, 2014

Deepest sympathy from the Tapella Family

February 7, 2014

Lori and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Michael sends his condolences as he is out of town. He has great memories of Mick coaching his baseball team. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jolene Scroggins

Patty Russell

February 7, 2014

Shelly and family, Please except my deepest condolences on the loss your father....May He Rest In Paradise . God Bless

February 6, 2014

Lori, please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss.
K. Nancy Turner

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