Ryan, Jerry, 76, went to be with the Lord August 30, 2015. He is survived by his sister Patricia Mills (Alan), brother Michael Ryan (Judith), sister Sandy Perry (Vernon) and numerous nieces and nephews. He had many other loving family and friends. Jerry was born in Barnegat, NJ on September 22, 1938 and lived most of his life in Tampa. He graduated from Jefferson High and retired from the Postal service after 33 years of service. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy Reserve, having served 2 years active duty. Funeral services will be held 1:00PM, Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at Bayshore Baptist Church were Jerry was a member. The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 1:00PM at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Life Path Hospice of Sun City in Jerry’s name.