With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James E. Ryan of Alexandria, Indiana, who passed away on March 8, 2024 at the age of 80. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James E. Ryan to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parent Margaret Ryan (Rush); and his siblings, Tom Ryan, Terry Ryan, Bill Ryan, Martha Meeks and Sue Ryan.

He is survived by : his wife Sandy Ryan (Prophet); his children, Amy Stephens (Mark) of Anderson, Stephen Ryan (April) of Alexandria and Jamie Ryan of Frankton; and his grandchildren, Cody Ryan, Taylor Robinson (Andrew), Nathaniel Ryan (Hannah), Gabriel Ryan (Michelle), Israel Ryan (Brittany), Autumn DeLey, Larissa Scott (Ryan), Savanna Paddock (Todd), Ryan Paddock, Shaina Stephens (Jake) and Alaina Beckley (Ricky). He is also survived by 16 Great-Grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Owens Memorial Services

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March 11, 2024

Walt (Bim) and Cathy Czerpak sent flowers

“In loving memory of James E. Ryan, Sadie and Family Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

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March 16, 2024

shelly B wrote a sympathy message

“Our thoughts and Prayers are with all the friends and family. I am sending this on behalf of my mom, Alma Laycock Dallas. Ahe grew up in Orestes. Her parents were Myrtle and Jesse Laycock. She has fond memories of Jim from her childhood.”

March 14, 2024

Dallas and Diane Curtis wrote a sympathy message

“Sandy and Amy, we were so sorry to hear about Jim. I am Julie Gott's mother and Dallas enjoyed breakfasts at Bernie's. With Jim. Deepest condolences. He was a good man.”