Dennis Ryan
October 29, 2021
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Dennis Ryan, age 73, passed away peacefully Friday, October 29, 2021 surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with congestive heart failure.
Dennis was born November 27, 1947 to Ray and Betty (Miller) Ryan. He was a Des Moines resident his entire life. He attended Des Moines Tech High School. Dennis married his high school sweetheart, Nancy Jane, in May of 1965. Their son, Dennis Jr., soon followed, and daughter, Janell, a few years later.
He worked for Employers Mutual Casualty Company as a CAD software drafter. His passion was anything with wheels. He was a gear-head and a master mechanic. Dennis was a member of the Camaro Club, National Bucket T Association, Mopar Club, and participated and went to the Good Guys Car Show. He loved collecting trains and cars, and was proud of two hot rods that he custom built. He custom painted model trains, and loved taking day trips with Nancy to visit and take photos of old train depots.
Denny lost his wife Nancy after 44 years in 2010. He missed her dearly and spoke often that he was ready to be with her again. After a long battle with CHF he chose to enter into hospice in October where he passed away the day after his wife’s birthday. The family finds comfort knowing this was the best gift he could give his wife. May they both continue to take those day trips and watch over the family.
He is survived by his son, Dennis Jr. (Karen) Ryan; daughter, Janell (Alan) Barton; sister, Gee Gee (Randy) Mireles; ten grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and other loving family and friends.
Dennis was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Jane Ryan and his parents, Ray and Betty Ryan.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 18, also at Hamilton’s, and will conclude with a graveside service at Laurel Hill Cemetery. There will be a luncheon at the American Legion Hall, 2211 E 42nd Street, Des Moines, after the burial.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Dennis.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Beth and Fred
11/11/2021
We had alot of good times with Denny, Nancy, little Denny and Janelle. Denny was a character and you had to know him sometimes to get his humor!! May him and Nancy rest in peace. Sorry we missed you kids last night, but guess we were too late for the visitation. ☹
Dody Osgood
11/06/2021
Worked at Emc insurance with Dennis he was the kindest person I have ever met He was a hero to my son Robert Osgood who was then 9 years old. Dennis showed him around that big building He will be missed. God bless he will have a special place for Dennis
Larry Young, Sr
11/05/2021
So sorry for your families loss. I met Denny years ago while I was working with his dad Ray Ryan at Iowa power and Light Co. Ray and Betty were such special people to me. Denny and his dad were quite the pair when they were working together in Dennys lawn mowing business, back in the day, and Ray would help out. Ill let your imagination take it from there,lol. Remember the past and cherish your memories.I always will of the Ryan family.
Bobbie Areges
11/05/2021
Denny;
Son, Brother, Cousin, Husband, Father, Uncle and Friend.
God blessed all of those who knew him and had the good fortune to be loved by him. He will be tremendously missed.
Aunt Mary
11/04/2021
God bless you all for the love and care of Denny. He loved and was proud of his family. Rest in peace Big Denny with your sweet Nancy .God promised you a Heavenly home and now you know what it is all about. PTL.I will meet you there someday. Love you, Aunt Mary.