James V. Ryan Obituary
In loving memory of James V. Ryan of Poteau, Oklahoma, who departed this world on April 14, 2026 at the age of 74. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James V. Ryan to pay them a last tribute.
In the sacred silence of farewell, James is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that James' spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Vallis Ryan and Marie Ryan (Ellison); his former wife Patsy Ryan (Lawson); and his daughter Becky Duggan (Jennifer Cooper). He is survived by: his wife Wanda Ryan (Lay); his children, Janie Denton, Joyce Smith (Albert), Brenda Luton (Lyn) and John Robinson; and his brother Joe Ryan (Janie). He is also survived by 25 grandchildren, 56 great grandchildren, numerous cousins and other family and friends.
