Michael Gene Ryan's Obituary
On Nov. 21, 2010, Michael Gene Ryan Sr., passed on into heaven with his loving family at his side. Michael was born on Nov. 11, 1928 in Edgar, Illinois to Joseph and Ida Ryan. He served our country with honor in the United States Air Force working as a medic. Following his military service, Michael worked for the Tacoma School District as a Chief Custodian for 30 years. In 1952, Michael married Dorothy Hoffman and together they raised four children.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 58 years; daughters, Debbie Baespflug (Mark), Gayle Martelli (Carl) and Cheri Smith (Jim); son Michael Jr. (Traci); grandchildren Erin (Damon), Kristin, Lindsay, Jamie, Lauren, Zach, Matthew and Jake; great grandson Canon. He also leaves behind many close family members in Tacoma and Illinois.
Viewing will be on Wednesday, Dec. 1, from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Mountain View Funeral Home, 4100 Steilacoom Blvd., Lakewood. Funeral service will be on Thursday, Dec. 2 at 1:00 p.m. at Mountain View Valley Chapel.
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