William John “Jack” Ryan, III, age 83, lifelong resident of New Orleans, retired investment banker, died on Thursday, June 18, 2020 of cancer at Lambeth House.
Father of William John Ryan, IV, and Maxwell Bland Ryan. Grandfather of David Ryan and Sofia Ryan. Brother of Susan Meric (John) and Judith Myers (Gary). Husband of the late Alice Bland Ryan. Son of the late William J. and Louise E. Ryan. Devoted friend of Ann Mahorner. Mr. Ryan graduated in 1959 from Tulane University and served as an officer in The United States Navy. He worked as an Investment Banker specializing in municipal bonds and public finance in New Orleans until his retirement. He was a member of The New Orleans Country Club, Trinity Episcopal Church, Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity, and numerous other organizations. A private memorial service will be held for the family and a gathering for friends will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave, 70130 or another charity of your choice.
