Butch Ryan Obituary
The passing of Butch Ryan (Taylorville, Illinois) occurred on August 5, 2026. Butch, born on April 2, 1943, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph B. Ryan and Ivah C. Cazalet Holland; his siblings, Michael "Mick" Ryan, Joseph Rex Ryan and Sandra Ryan; his grandson Devyn Ehrhardt; and his stepgrandchild RemiAnn Landers.
He is survived by: his wife Cindy; his brother Terry Ryan (Lois); his children, Michelle Ehrhardt (Wade), Paula Collier (David), Stefanie Ryan (Carrie) and Derek Ryan (Aaron); his grandchildren, Lauren Gleason (Ryan), Caitlin Parks and Payton Tucker; his stepchildren, Thad France (Consuela), Lexi France Landers and Misty Frye (JB); his stepgrandsons, Dylan France, Beau Landers and Maverick Landers; his stepgreat-granddaughter Vera James France; and his sister-in-law Nancy Ryan. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests donations be made to Christian County Senior Citizens Center, a cause close to Butch's heart.
