Gary Lee Ryan

He was born December 29, 1933 in Galatia, IL to Menard Faine and Ruth Edwards Ryan. He married Antoinette Linda Ewing on April 28, 1985 in California.

Gary graduated from Bellflower high school in California and then went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged On November 7, 1959. He earned two medals; National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Gary worked in management for 22 years for Bell Phone company, he then went on to work for six years as a contractor in California. After retirement he and Linda moved to Norman in 1989. Gary worked for 10 years at the Norman Moose Lodge as the bartender. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Survivors include his wife Linda of 31 years; children: Michael Ryan, Dena Ford, Mark Ryan, Randy Ryan, Allan Ryan and David Ryan; step-children: Gary L. Hicks and Sheri McPherson; grandchildren: Katie, Holly, Donavan, Megan, Dustin, MJ, Casandra, Grant, Randy Jr., Kayce, Daniel, Andrea, Thomas Allen, Katy Marie, Amber; step-grandchildren: Kelly Wyatt, Sydnee Vanoostrum, Courtney McPherson, Page Hughes; step-great-grandchildren: Stro, Spencer, Bryson, Able, Bentley.

He was preceded in death by his parents

The family would like to give special thanks to Valir Hospice for their help during this time.

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A private family service was held.