Donald Franklin Ryman Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Donald Franklin Ryman of Buchanan, Michigan, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 8, 2025 at the age of 97. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, Donald Franklin shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Donald Franklin farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Floyd Jay and Anna Grace Ryman (Hottel); his wife Martha; and his siblings, Robert Ryman and Dorothy Miller.
He is survived by: his daughters, Emily Ryman, Ann Maurer (Bill) of Culver and Mary Lysy (Peter) of Buchanan, Michigan. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.
Contributions in memory of Don be made to the Buchanan Preservation Society, Post Office Box 357, Buchanan, Michigan or by PayPal to preservebuchanan.org or to the Berrien County Historical Association, Post Office Box 261, Berrien Springs, Michigan 49103 or berrienhistory.org.
