Ryan Michael Pelak Obituary
We announce the death of Ryan Michael Pelak of Grand Rapids, Michigan, who passed away on July 24, 2026, at the age of 32. Ryan will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his grandparents, Clark Gallagher, Mary Gallagher and Norman Pelak Sr.; his uncle Daniel Pelak; and his aunt Linda Gallagher.
He is survived by: his parents, Joan Pelak and Norman Pelak (Skip); his sister Katelyn Pelak; his brother-in-law Anthony Nielsen; his brother Norm Pelak; and his grandmother Lenore Pelak. He is also survived by numerous loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness - West Michigan (https://namiwestmi.org) or the Humane Society of West Michigan (https://www.hswestmi.org).
