Newton
Timothy Ryan, 60, passed away Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at the Newton Health Care Center. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at McLaren’s Resthaven Chapel with burial at Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines, IA.
Tim was born in Des Moines, and grew up and lived in West Des Moines for 32 years before moving to Newton in 1987. He lived in a group home and worked in programs sponsored by Progress Industries of Newton. Tim was a very fun loving, laid back kind of guy who was friendly and enjoyed being around others.
He is survived by his aunt, Bonnie (Gene) Schmidt of Cedar Rapids, IA; three cousins, Barb Hagen of Parker, CO, Mark (Terri) Schmidt of Cedar Rapids, IA and Jenny (Blair) Johnston of Waukee, IA; as well as his extended family at Progress Industries which included staff, support workers and many dear friends. Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Keith and Violet (Hagen) Ryan.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Progress Industries: 1017 E. 7th Street N., Newton, IA 50208.
