A visitation for the friends and family of John M. Ryan (Mike) will be held at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane on Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 10:00-11:00 A.M. A family funeral service and burial officiated by Rev. William Ryan will follow at Riverview Cemetery in Monroe, LA where he will be laid to rest next to his beloved mother.

Services are under the direction and care of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe, Louisiana.

Mike was born on April 5, 1953, and passed away after a short illness on September 14, 2024, at the age of 71. Mike lived a life full of love, laughter and adventure. He graduated from Neville High School and the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) where he became an avid football fan and dedicated supporter of the school. He resided in Park City, Utah, where he enjoyed snow skiing and spending time in the mountains at the St. Regis with his friends and family. In the summer, Mike loved working at his Ft. William ranch in Pinedale, Wyoming. He was also passionate about hunting, fishing and spending time with friends and family at Somerset Hunting club in Newellton, Louisiana.

Mike was predeceased by his mother, Katherine “Cissy” Ryan.

Mike is survived by his daughter, Jessica Ryan Mertes and her husband, Nick, as well as his grandson, Maverick Mertes. Mike is also survived by his fiancé’, Janice Adams and her son, Max. Mike’s family includes his father, Thad Ryan, Jr. (Jerry) and his wife, Jeanie; sister, Jerelyn Stubbs and her husband, John; brother, The Rev. William Ryan; sister, Katherine Leglue and her husband, Jerry; brother, Thad Ryan, III and his wife, Kayla; numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Mike’s beloved canine companion, Elvis, will also miss him deeply.
Mike had a big heart and was always ready to lend a helping hand to his friends, family and strangers alike. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to your local Humane Society or Animal Shelter in Mike’s memory.
Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

Kilpatrick Funeral Home
Monroe, LA

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