Michael Francis Ryan Obituary
The memory of Michael Francis Ryan of Iowa City, Iowa, who passed away on February 23, 2026 at the age of 79, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael Francis Ryan to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Michael Ryan and Viola Ryan (Eagle); and his siblings, Denny, Patrick Ryan and Mary Hoyer.
He is survived by: his wife Barb Ryan; his children, Amy Ganske (Jake), Tracy LaDage (Jon), Angie McCormick (Tim) and John Ryan (Hannah); his grandchildren, Abby Edmonds (Jarred), Zach Ganske, Ryan LaDage (Katie), Jenna Ladage (Casey Prange), Claire LaDage, Emma McCormick (Bryer Wiley), Sydney McCormick, Luke McCormick, Isabelle Ryan, Maddie Ryan and Sienna Ryan; his great grandchild Kohen (Edmonds); and his siblings, Jean Spurgeon and Danny Ryan. He is also survived by two great-grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be directed to St. Croix Hospice, Friends of St. Bridget, or the Solon Athletic Booster Club. Please email [email protected] for a donation form.
