Dennis Michael Ryan

Dennis Michael Ryan, age 69, of White Lake, passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at his home. Left to cherish his memory are his loving children: Jared (Lisa) Ryan, Brandon (Amy) Ryan, and Jason Ryan; his four grandchildren: Chase, Dean, Caleb, and Diane; and his sister, Patsy (Donald) Droske.

Dennis was born January 10th, 1953, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Michael and Muriel (Adkins) Ryan. When he was introduced to Sharon Verno when he was young, it was love at first sight! Dennis and Sharon were married, and shared many wonderful years together until Sharon’s passing on May 14, 2021. From 1971 until 1973, Dennis was stationed in Germany, where he proudly served his country in the United States Army. Upon his discharge from the military, Dennis began his career at Mac Valves, where he worked for forty-two years.

Dennis was a parishioner at Church of the Holy Spirit in Highland for twenty-five years. In his free time, he could always be found going on trips to the casino or out fishing. Some of Dennis’s fondest memories were made on his trips to the family cabin over the years. Most of all, he loved spending time with his loving family. He was a wonderful man who will be greatly missed.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Muriel; his sisters, Pam and Peggy; and his brother, Donald.

A Funeral Mass will take place at 11:00 am on Monday, June 13, 2022, at Church of the Holy Spirit, 3700 Harvey Lake Road, Highland, Michigan 48356. Dennis’s family will receive friends at the Highland Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 3295 E. Highland Road, Highland, 48356, on Sunday, June 12, 2022, from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm, with a Memory Service starting at 5:00 pm. On Monday, visitation will take place at the church from 10:00 am until the time of Mass at 11:00 am. In accordance with Dennis’s wishes, cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may consider memorial contributions in Dennis's memory to the National Pancreatic Foundation.