Timothy P. Ryan

Timothy P. Ryan, 45, of Springfield, died at 10:49 p.m. on Friday, July 27, 2007 at St. John’s Hospital. Timothy was born December 31, 1961 in Springfield, the son of Donald J. Ryan and Judith A. Bryant. Timothy was a 1980 graduate of Washington High School in Washington, IL. He was previously employed by the State of Illinois. Timothy was a fun loving, caring guy who was always making new friends. While at the state, he played Santa Claus for many years at several state agency Christmas parties and delivered gifts to children in the local area. He enjoyed chess and spending time with friends. He is survived by his father: Donald J. Ryan of Springfield; mother: Judith A. (husband, David) Caldwell of Pleasanton, CA; two sisters: Melissa Roth of Frisco, TX and Kristi (husband, John) Hausmann of Pleasanton, CA; one brother: Kevin (wife, Carol Bolton) Ryan of Auburn; grandparents: Betty Angwin of Riverton, Annabelle Bryant of Springfield and Bill and Gloria Caldwell of Okeechobee, FL; several aunts, uncles and cousins; seven nieces and two nephews. Family will receive friends from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. Funeral Ceremonies will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 2, 2007 at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home with Rev. Msgr. John R. Ossola officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to: Friends of St. John’s Hospital, 800 E. Carpenter, Springfield, IL 62769, or to: Washington Street Mission, 408 N. 4th St., Springfield, IL 62702.