Jack Dale Rye Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Jack Dale Rye of Wood River, Illinois, born in East Alton, Illinois, whose life came to an end on April 25, 2024 at the age of 92, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jack Dale Rye to show support.

Though Jack may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Jack touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Frank Rye and Rachel Ambrosia Rye (Tilley); his son Steven D. Rye; his siblings, Virginia Mitchell and Frank Rye; and his brother-in-law Jay Miller.

He is survived by : his wife Stella Elaine Humphress; his children, Susan Mendenhall (John) and Scott Rye (Darlene); his sisters, Darlene and Nancy Tierney (Bill); his daughter-in-law Kay Rye; and his friend George Nicholson.