of Conway, AR
March 30, 1924 - July 21, 2009
Elbert Oliver "Bud" Ryan, 85, of Conway, passed away at the home of Cathy and Bill Tyler, in Greenbrier, on Tuesday, July 21, 2009. Born in Blue Mountain, Arkansas, on March 30, 1924, he was a son to the late Claborn Monroe and Cora Bell (Cleveland) Ryan. Bud attended ASTC and was Vice President and Manager of Manufacturing/Engineering at Ward Body Works, where he retired in 1984 after 44 years of service. He was a Marine Corp veteran having served during WWII and was a Purple Heart recipient. Through his work and his military service he was privileged to travel the world.
His wife Mary Nell (Thedford) Ryan, son Scott Ryan and great-grandson Robbie Coffman preceded him in death.
He is survived by two daughters, Katie (Don) Bykoff of Conway, and Cathy (Bill) Tyler of Greenbrier; four sons, Leon (April) Ryan of Magnolia, Larry (Debbie) Ryan, Ike (Teresa) Ryan, and John (Lisa) Ryan of Conway; eighteen grandchildren, Bryan Coffman, Tim (Robin) Tyler, Kim Tyler, Sarah (Cody) Lewis, and Jason (Diana) Ryan of Greenbrier, DeAnn (Bobby) Lopetrone of Anchorage, Alaska, Tobby Ryan of Knoxville, Tennessee, Ben Ryan of Magnolia, Arkansas, and Todd Ryan, Tammy (Marc) Klezcka, Joe (Alisha) Ryan, Veronica Long, Claburn Ryan, Elizabeth Ryan, Natalie Ryan, Josh Ryan, Luke Ryan, and Nellie Ryan of Conway; and twenty-four great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 23, at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 24 at 10:00 a.m., at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Conway, with Bryan Coffman, Tim Tyler, Ethan Tyler, Bill Tyler, Jason Ryan, Josh Ryan, Luke Ryan, Todd Ryan serving as pallbearers.
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36 Condolence(s)
James Gifford
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
I was saddened to hear about the passing of such a great man. I never think of your dad wothout the memory of his big smile, and huge hands. The love of his family was so very obvious. He always seemed so calm, and gentle. I always looked forward to visiting with you all when ever we got together.
My love and prayers go out to each of you.
Darla Draper LPN
Friday, July 24, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Bud was a great man. He will be missed.
Aaron Roberts
Friday, July 24, 2009
As a member of the patriot guard it was a great honor to be part of the service. I do not have any time in the military but I come from a familty that has served in the military. My dad is a marine served during Vietnam. I have much respect and honor for those that have served or currently serving since myself is not able to.
Semper Fi
Ben Vance
Friday, July 24, 2009
Dear friends, Mary and Bud were such wonderful people. We came to know them when we lived across the street and my grandmother before me lived in the same house and was also Mary's friend. They treated Seth like he was their own grandchild and we consider Luke as close as a brother to Seth. We have lived in many cities over our lifetime, and I have never, never met any people as gentle and kind as these two. I am so happy that Bud is with Mary now, knowing full well how close they both were. We will keep you all in our prayers, knowing that things will never be the same, but looking with hope to the time when we will all see them again. Love and with much sadness, Ben, Polly and Seth Vance
Janet Michael
Friday, July 24, 2009
Leon, Ray and I will have you, April, and all your family in our prayers.
May God bless each of you during this sad time.
Ray and Janet Michael
Sissy
Friday, July 24, 2009
From my family to your family -
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sissy
( Nathan and Cathy Glover )
Jeanna Stafford
Friday, July 24, 2009
Leon,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Judy Elliott
Friday, July 24, 2009
Leon, I was sorry to hear about your Dad. Know he will be missed. My prayers are with you and your family.
Jonna Barksdale
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Ryan Family, you all are in and will be in our prayers!
Doug Odom
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Lost my hero dad when I was 18. He was a WWII vet too and would today be about Bud's age, maybe a little older. I'm glad ya'll had Bud this long. Seems more natural than losing a dad at 18--not a day goes by I don't still miss him and wish he'd lived a lot longer. Will never forget the conversation I had with Bud, his stories and especially that "combat vet handshake" he gave me--He was a combat vet forever. I'll be so proud to ride for him in the flag ride and to stand in the flag line at the cemetary.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,soldier
you’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets;
you’ve done your time in Hell."
Mark Taylor
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Mr. Ryan was an inspiration to many and his talents and skills are rarely ever found. His ability to be a mentor and father, grandfather and great grand father was blessing from God.
Thanks you Mr. Bud for all you have done and all of the lives you have positively affected...directly and indirectly.
Mark
Nancy Ferko
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Just a note to say to the children of Bud and Mary Nell, it was a pleasure to have met thise great people who cared so deeply for family and gave my daughter and grandchildren their love and support. I know Bud will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts are with you. Follow his lead, he was a good man.
Nancy and Bob
Julia Ryan Morris Cook
Thursday, July 23, 2009
To all of the family members I send my sympahty. Bud and Mary Nell were always special to us. I am Rube and Maurine's daughter. I have heard my Mother say many times that she put Bud's first gown and diaper on him.
Julia Faye Ryan Morris Cook
Steve & Elaine Ward
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Mary Nell
Elaine and I were very sadden to here about Bud's passing. As you know Bud and I worked together for many years but I must say that traveling the world together was the most fun from fishing in Canada to working in Saudi Arabia and many many more. Bud was a great friend with an infectous smile and knew what ever you needed to know when you needed it. I will miss him very much. May God give you and the family his peace at this time.
Steve and Elaine
Ronnie & Carolyn Garrett
Thursday, July 23, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We are praying for strength and comfort during these next days. We know he will be greatly missed.
Jason Ryan
Thursday, July 23, 2009
To my grandpaw Bud, the finest most admiral man i have ever known.Thank you for everything you have done for me,I am a better man because of you.
Morning comes too early and nighttime falls too late
And sometimes all I want to do is wait
The shadow Ive been hiding in has fled from me today
I know its easier to walk away than look it in the eye
But I will raise a shelter to the sky
And here beneath this
Star tonight Ill lie
He will slowly yield the light
As I awaken from the longest night
Dreams are shaking
The sirens waking up tired eyes
With the light memories all rush into my head
By a candle stands a mirror
Of my heart and soul he dances
He was dancing through the night above my bed
And walking to the window
I throw the shutters out
Against the wall
And from an ivory tower hears him call
let the light surround you
Its been a long, long time
I've had awhile to think it over
In the end I only see the change
Light to dark
Dark to light
Light to dark
Dark to light
Heaven must be more than this
When angels waken with a kiss
Sacred hearts wont take the pain
But mine will never be the same
He stands before the window
His shadow slowly fading from the wall
And from an ivory tower I hear his call
let the light surround you
Once lost but I was found
When I heard the stained glass shatter all around me
I sent the spirits tumbling down the hill
But I will hold this one on high above me stil
I know its easier to walk away than look it in the eye
But i will raise a shelter to the sky
And here beneath this
Star tonight Ill lie
Tonight Ill still be lying here
Surrounded in all the light
REST IN PEACE
Renee Story
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Leon, April and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May all of your memories sustain and comfort you during this difficult time and the days ahead.
Jennifer Edwards
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Leon and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Doug Green
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Leon and Family,
My heartfelt prayers are with you all today and in the days ahead.
Rickey and D. D.Matthews
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Leon, Cathy, and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.You all are in our prayers. Remember all of the good memories.
With all of love,
Rick and D. D.
DeAnn Lopetrone
Thursday, July 23, 2009
PaPa Bud - what a great man. What a wonderful loving granpa. You always had a kind word for a granddaughter who lived so far away. Never judging. You lived a full life. I am sorry I wasn't there at the end. You have gone home to be with Granny and Scott. God Bless you PaPa Bud. I love you. DeeDee
Tom and Kay Bolding
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Leon and family,
Tom and I will have you all in our prayers. We are thinking of you during this loss to your family.
Tom and Kay
Marilyn Ryan Peterson
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Bud, my cousin (I'm Rube's daughter), has left this life but he is as near to each of you by the way you hold him in your heart. Therefore he will always be near and dear. My heart felt sympathy to all. Marilyn
Jeff and Connie Farrar
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Leon,
You and the family are in our prayers.
Sandra Rudd-Pierce
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Tobby, Tammy, Todd, and Joe and Ryan Family,
Your grandfather was like my own. I loved him dearly and he will be missed greatly. He was such a good man. Please accept my sincere condoleces and know that my heart hurts with yours. He is now with his beloved and both will always be looking down on you with love in their hears.
Esther and Frank Brannan
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
We are saddened by Bud's death. He was a kind man and he will be missed. He was always smiling and he was a great co-worker. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sarah (Tyler) Lewis
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
You Are My Sunshine
My only sunshine.
You make me happy
When skies are grey.
You'll never know, dear,
How much I love you.
Please don't take my sunshine away.
I love you Papa
Christy Hosley
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Leon & family,
I am so sorry to hear about your recent loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Mona Story
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Leon,
I'm sorry for your family's loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kevin Miles
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Leon,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your love one. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Colleen Tuggle
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Amanda Blanchard
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Leon and Family,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you find comfort in knowing that your dad is among angels and is at peace. We love you.
Jared Jones
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
I'm sorry for your loss. I'll keep you in my prayers. May God bless you
~Jared
Megan Reeder
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Leon & Family-
I am very sorry to hear about your dad. If there is anything we can do for you, let us know. I will keep you and your family in my prayers!
Tim & Jackie Starkey
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Leon & Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Now he is at home with the Love of His life. Not to suffer ever again.. If there is anything I can do let me know..He was a wonderful man. Our thoughts and Prayers will be with You.
Tim
Debbie Dickens West
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
So sorry about Bud, he was a fine man and a pleasure to be around.