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James R. Ryan Sr., 88, residing in Sandusky, passed away Thursday, August 31, 2017 at his home surrounded by family.
Jim was born on March 21, 1929 in Sandusky, OH to the late Emmett and Lena (Kosel) Ryan.
Jim was a graduate of St. Mary's High School and retired from Kroger after 42 years of service. He was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church and a former member of the Oxford Grange. Jim was a profound rummy player, loved woodworking, and always had some sort of ongoing project. He enjoyed gardening and had built his own greenhouse. He liked to square dance and had a wonderful sense of humor. Jim was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved spending time with his family.
Jim is survived by his wife of 65 years, Jeanne (Baatz) Ryan, whom he married on July 5, 1952. He is also survived by his seven children, James (Ruthie) Ryan Jr. of TX, Connie (Tom) Zouhary of Holland, OH, Cathy (David) Frankart of Castalia, Dan Ryan of Norwalk, Cynthia (Michael) Pauley of GA, David (Mindy) Ryan of FL and Dale (Carolyn) Ryan of Clyde; 18 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandson; sister, Helen (Carl) Nagel of Sandusky and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his granddaughter, Mary Jeanne Fultz, 2 sisters and 3 brothers.
Friends may call on Monday, September 4, 2017 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm with a Rosary service beginning at 7:40 pm at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1607 E Perkins Ave, Sandusky. Prayers will be recited in the funeral home on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at 9:30 am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am at Holy Angels Catholic Church, 428 Tiffin Ave., Sandusky. Father Jeff Walker will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Sandusky.
Those wishing to contribute to Jim's memory may do so to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.
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