John Thomas Ryan |
| Posted 2018-01-20 by mhenderson |
| Today's News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, AZ >>> Published on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 <<< >>> July 29, 1951 – May 24, 2015 <<< With great sadness the family of John T. Ryan, 63, announces his passing due to a fatal car accident in Lake Havasu City. He was accompanied by his beloved dog, Lulu who also lost her life. John was born and raised in the Chicago area where he lived most of his life; he resided in Georgia before moving to Lake Havasu City to join the rest of his family in 1986 where he was employed by the McCulloch Corp until it’s closing. John then pursued his love of collectibles and antiques becoming a very knowledgeable entrepreneur. His stories mixed with opinion and humor kept you intrigued by his knowledge and unending memories. He was passionate about his opposition to drugs and alcohol; his favorite two t-shirts were one depicting a turtle reading, “SPEED KILLS” and one picturing “Lulu” that read “PUGS NOT DRUGS”. John will be remembered for his service at St. Vincent and by his and Lulu’s family of friends at Lions Dog Park. John always found the time and resources to do unexpected acts of kindness for so many. He will be remembered as a loving son, brother and friend. John is survived by his mother, Marie T. Ryan-Farland; siblings, Linda (Fred) Ladner, Diane (Jerry) Koller, Bonnie (Mike) Bartolo, Timothy (Claudia) Ryan, Carol (Pat) Henry, Thomas (Michelle) Brettmann all of Lake Havasu; many nieces and nephews; and numerous cousins and other family members. John was preceded in death by his father, James J. Ryan. We all know that John and Lulu are together now in a better place and at peace, reminding all of us to share love and give love every day! A mass will be at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, June 13, at 11 a.m., followed by a “Celebration of Life” in the Holy Family Parish Hall. Donations in memory of John and Lulu to either the Police Department’s D.A.R.E. (N.O.V.A.) program or the Western Arizona Humane Society in Lake Havasu. |
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