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RYAN: Jack of Walton

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RYAN: Jack of Walton

Jack passed away peacefully at Huronview, Clinton surrounded by his family on Friday, March 8, 2024 of Walton, in his 86th year. Beloved husband of the late Marianna (Grobbink) Ryan for 43 years. Proud dad of Stephen and Darlene, Joe and Rhonda, Peggy and Terry Sloan and Monica and Steve James. Adored Grandpa Jack of Sarah, Spencer (Rachael), Roan, Johnnie, Mackinley, Adam, and Owen and great-grandpa of Winnie Mae. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Gerry and Anne Ryan, Sister Teresa Ryan, Betty Ryan, Catherine Grobbink, Ted VanderWouden, and Mary Ann Grobbink. Fondly loved by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Lawrence & Marjorie (Reid) Ryan, his siblings and their spouses Joan and Don McDonald, Bob and Barb Ryan, Jim Ryan, and Nelson Ryan, sister-in-law Emma VanderWouden, and brother-in-law Henry Grobbink.

Jack was known far and wide for being a great person; quiet, but very kind, well loved and widely respected. Jack lived and loved his 3 F’s; Farming, Jack lived on three farms throughout his life and was proud to be able to see all 3 of them from standing in the same spot. Faith, Jack was a faithful member of St. Ambrose Church in Brussels and St. James Church in Seaforth. Most important to Jack, Family, Jack loved his family and was so proud of everyone, especially the love of his life, whom he has patiently waited to be happily reunited and dancing with his sweetheart, Marianna.

Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street West, SEAFORTH on Tuesday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 PM. The Rosary will be said in the funeral home on Tuesday at 1:30 PM.

Jack’s Funeral Mass will be held at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 17 Flora Street, BRUSSELS on Wednesday, March 13th at 11 AM with Father Ross Bartley presiding. Interment St. Ambrose Catholic Cemetery, Brussels.

Donations to Alzheimer Society Huron Perth, Canadian Cancer Society, St. Ambrose Catholic Church or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

Condolence Messages

  2. Pam Campbell

    My deepest sympathy on the passing of Jack. I enjoyed watching him walk the halls at Huronview and he always had a big smile and words for my grandkids.
    He will be missed.

  3. Ray and Linda mcnichol

    Our condolences to the Ryan family in your dad’s passing. A little piece of Huron County has passed. He and your mom will be remembered as beauty on the dance floor. Our ghoughts are with you.

  4. Rosemary Corriveau Landriault and Gerry Landriault

    My sincere sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your dad. Thinking of you.

  6. Ross Peace

    Dear Steve, Joe, Peggy and Monica,

    My deepest condolences, in hearing about your father Jack’s passing.

    With love,
    Ross, Paola and Gabriela (the London bicycle gang.)

  7. Sharon Beuermann

    Sending sincere sympathy to all the family. Your Dad always had a friendly hello when I would see him at Church.
    Jeff and Sharon (Wilson) Beuermann

  8. Geo and Mary Kreutzwiser

    So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. He was a wonderful fellow. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

  9. Marilyn McDonald

    To the Ryan family

    Our deepest condolences to the family.

    Marilyn McDonald and family

  10. Jack and MaryAnne Van den Hengel

    We are so very sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences to the whole Ryan family.

    Jack and MaryAnne (Blake) Van den Hengel

  11. The Humphries' Family

    To the Ryan families,

    Our sincere condolences to all of you at this time of loss.

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

    Cherish the special memories, as you mourn Jack’s passing.

    The Humphries’ Family

  12. Janet Kinsman Bilcke

    Peggy, Joe & Ryan family

    We are so sorry for your loss
    Our deepest condolences.

    John & Janet

  13. Keturah Nosa

    To Steve,

    I am so sorry to hear about your father, please accept my sincere condolences. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.

  14. Ricki Vansteelandt

    Stephen, Joe, Peggy & Monica and families: My sincere condolences in the loss of your dad! Treasure the memories and hold them close in your heart! He will be dancing with your mom again!
    Hugs Ricki

  15. Doug/Gail Schroeder

    Sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. Sincere condolences to the immediate and extended Ryan families. – Doug/Gail Schroeder

  16. Brian Campbell

    Sending our sympathy to the Ryan family on the passing of Jack. He was a wonderful man.
    Brian and CarolAnn

  18. Paul & Cathy Hulley

    Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies go out to you all at this very sad and difficult time. Cherish the wonderful memories forever in your hearts.

  19. Marie & Neil McGavin

    To all of Jack’s family and friends,
    Today, as we say goodbye to a Walton community friend, neighbour, and all ’round good guy, we send condolences to his family.

    Many memories from Leadbury school, Walton ball park, Walton community Hall, St Ambrose Catholic church, Walton Inn restaurant, come to our minds. There are too many thoughts to mention here!

    Recently, at Huronview, good memories were made with family too.
    Sending hugs,
    Marie and Neil

  20. Jack and Mary Helen McLachlan

    Thinking of all the Ryan families as you gather to celebrate and remember the well lived life of your much loved father and grandfather. We always enjoyed the friendly conversations whenever we would meet whether at square dancing, community events or on the street.
    Cherish the memories as you hold him close in your hearts forever.

  21. Jim Li

    To Steve and the family:
    I am very sorry to hear the news.
    My sincerest condolences to you and your family!

  22. Gerald and Truce Ten Hag

    Dear Jack’s family
    Our deepest condolences with the passing of Jack . May your memories help you
    in these difficult days. Our prayers are with you all.
    Sincerely Gerald and Truce Ten Hag.

  23. Judy Beuerman

    Our deepest sympathy to the Ryan family. Jack was a community ambassador for the farming community and neighbor . May the memories that mean the most to you, live forever in your heart. Sincerest sympathy Warren and Judy and Mike Beuerman

  24. Karen Cronin

    Peggy, Terry and the Ryan family May beautiful memories of your dad bring you peace in the days to come. Another angel will be watching over all of you.

  27. Anne Marie & Steve McGregor

    A quiet gentle man with such a warm smile wile be missed by so many. Our sincere sympathy to Jack’s family and thinking of you both John and MacKinnley

  30. Laverne and Nita McClure

    So many memories you all will have to treasure forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Laverne and Nita McClure

  31. Marlene Beyerlein

    Peggy, Monica & Families
    Thinking of you all during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and love are with you. Treasure your memories close to your hearts
    Marlene Beyerlein & Family

  33. Karen and Dave Hastings

    Sorry for your loss of a wonderful and kind man..our condolences to all the Ryan families. Karen and Dave Hastings.

  36. Clinton Wheel N Dealer Square Dance Club

    Jack and Marianna were long-time members of our club. Jack enjoyed dancing and after Marianna passed he returned to enjoy it again. He was a quiet and smooth dancer in the club as well as on the regular dance floor. He was missed after he no longer was able to come. May he be happily reunited and dancing with her in heaven. Sincere sympathy to all of Jacks’s family form his Square Dance Club.

  37. Clyde and Cathy McClure

    Jack would bring one of his grandkids with him for breakfast at the Walton Inn. He was very kind and quiet with a smiling face. I can see Jack with Maryanne dancing RIP Jack

  38. Paul & Lori Parsons

    Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Treasure your memories.

  39. Dianne Blake

    So very sorry for your loss. He was a true gentleman and always greeted you with a smile.
    Condolences to the entire family.
    Dianne Blake

  40. Ron & Kathy Ward

    Sorry to hear of the passing of Jack. Thinking of all the family at this difficult time.

  41. KEN & JUDY SHORTREED

    Sincere condolence to Ryan Family . Many years ago Jack , Mary Anne &family were here for brunch before Rob & Monica made their trip to Australia we still remember it Judy & Ken Shortreed

  42. Helen Crlaig

    Sincere Sympathy to the Ryan Family. Jack was a kind neighbour . In 2017 Jack and Family took on the hosting of 2017 I PM – keeping active. We had many chats at Walton Inn. Good Life lived. Helen Craig Michael Craig

  45. Tony Arts

    To the loving family of Jack. We would like to extend our deepest sympathy for your loss.

  47. Frosina Gjorevska

    Steve and family,

    I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

  48. Keith & Gloria Wilbee

    To the Ryan family our deepest sympathy. Several memories of Jack dancing to our orchestra and video of him dancing at the plowing match. I often saw him and Marianna walking on the side road. Always so kind and friendly. They were great neighbours!

  49. Rick & Barb Dalrymple

    Dear Joe, Rhonda and the entire Ryan family, Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your Dad. Treasure the memories. 🤍

  50. Gary & Lori Pipe

    Stephen, Joe, Peggy, Monica and the entire Ryan Family,
    Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. Know that Jack lives on in each one of you with the beautiful memories and love that you shared together. He is a beautiful soul that we were all privileged to know and hope to see again one day.
    God bless all of you. Sending you our love and sympathy.
    Gary & Lori Pipe

  51. Sharri MacDonald

    To the Ryan Family,
    Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of your father. My mom always spoke so fondly of Jack and all of his siblings. She had many stories about growing up in close proximity to them. Thinking of you all.

  52. Donna and Harry Arts

    Our deepest sympathies to Peggy and Terry and to the entire Ryan family.
    Jack was such a friendly gentle soul. May good memories of him bring you comfort in the weeks and months to come as you mourn his passing.

  53. Lisa Boyer and Family

    Sending our deepest sympathies to you during this difficult time. We are thinking of you Monica.

  54. Val Shortreed

    Our condolence to the the entire Ryan family, thinking of you all at this difficult time from Val Shortreed and family.

  57. Frank & Marian Hallahan

    Our sincere sympathy to all the Ryan family. Jack always greeted you with a smile. Cherish the many memories. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

    Frank & Marian Hallahan

  58. Nick and Cathy Terpstra

    Jack was the patriarch of your Family and an upstanding and well respected member of the community. He is at rest now and will be missed by many. May God give you strenght in the days ahead.

  59. John andSharen Forrest

    Sending our deepest sympathy to all of Jack’s family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  62. Jennifer Smith

    To Joe, Rhonda and boys and the entire Ryan family – our deepest condolences on Jack’s passing. We are so sorry for your loss.

    Jen & Mike Smith

  63. Joanne Carter Cameron

    Stephen, Joe, Peggy, Monica and Families

    So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Thinking of you all at this difficult time
    Memories never fade, they linger in our hearts forever.

  64. Joe Steffler

    Peggy, Monica, Joe, Steve, and all Ryan families.
    So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Jack was a true gentleman and very good friend of all the Steffler family. He is now at peace with your Mom. Sorry I can’t go to visitation or funeral as I am in Florida. REST IN PEACE JACK
    Joe Steffler

  65. Cor and Gerda Vanden Hoven

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Jack was a great gentle man who always was smiling. We enjoyed square dancing with him for many years. Cherish all the happy memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. May he rest in peace

  66. Allison MacLellan

    Steve, Darlene and the rest of the Ryan family:

    May you find comfort in the memories of the overwhelming love and light you all shared.

    Thinking of you during this difficult time.
    Allison

  67. Mary & Steve Dosman

    Our condolences to Joe, Rhonda and the entire Ryan Family, thinking of you all.

    Mary & Steve Dosman

  68. julie Buchowski

    Peggy, so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Holding you in my heart. Julie Buchowski

  69. John Munro

    Sorry for the passing of Jack. We send our thoughts and prayers to all the families. John Munro & Rose

  71. Janice Rose

    Monica, Peggy, and families…my condolences in the passing of your father. I remember him as a larger-than-life host during the IPM. He was a great ambassador of his three ‘F’s’! Thinking of all of you.

  73. Lynne Godkin

    Sincere sympathy to the entire Ryan family. Jack will be missed by all who loved him.
    Lynne and Ron Godkin

  74. Connie Marion

    So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.

    Hugs from Mike & Connie

  75. David Cann

    Peg & family,
    It is with heartfelt sympathy that I extend my deepest condolence on the passing of your father. Although it is very difficult losing a loved one, know that Jack is now in the best place possible; in the loving arms of our Lord.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Dave Cann

  76. Barbara Desjardins

    Please know our thoughts and condolences are with you as you experience this great loss. Sincerely, Barbara and Bill

  77. Tammy Martene

    To Jack’s Family
    Our heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of your father. Jack was the kindest person and we had some great times with the Huron County Cloggers. May your many memories bring you comfort and peace.
    Tammy and Pete Martene

  78. John and MaryLou Driscoll

    To the Ryan family
    We were sorry to hear about your father. Jack was a great neighbour and friend to us. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
    John and MaryLou Driscoll

  80. Mary Anne McNichol

    Dear Steve, Joe, Peggy and Monica, and families,

    So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a great guy that always had time to chat and find out how you were doing. I’m sure he was very happy to be reunited with your Mom and all the Ryan families. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and unfortunately I will not be able to attend visitation or funeral as I will be away.

    Mary Anne

  81. Leslie Josling

    Dear Steve, Thinking about you, Darlene, and the kids and wishing you all comfort and warm memories as you come together to remember your dad. Hugs to all! Leslie Josling

  82. Rob&Sue Nigh

    Sorry for your loss of a wonderful man. Our deepest sympathies goes out to all of your families ❤️🙏🏻

  83. Carolyn (McClure) and Gerald Johns

    Sympathies to the Ryan family.
    Many years to reflect on and celebrate.

  85. Stacey Riley

    I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Jack was indeed a wonderful and kind man. His obituary is such a beautiful tribute.
    May not one day pass, that you don’t feel his loving presence.
    Sincerely,
    Stacey Riley

  86. John and Anne Middegaal

    So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
    John and Anne Middegaal

  87. Gerry & Nancy O’Reilly

    Joe & Rhonda, Peggy & Terry, & all the Ryan family. We are sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Treasure the great memories he has left behind. You are in our thoughts & prayers. Gerry & Nancy O’Reilly

  88. Joyce Braecker

    So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time

  90. Jane and George Zwep

    To the entire Ryan family – our deepest condolences on the loss of this wonderful man. Our friendship with Jack and Marianna goes back many years. From playing cards together to breakfast after church. He was always interested in how the Zwep boys were and how the crops were doing. Jack always ended our conversations with – say hello to George. Jack’s faith was so evident in church as he always had a rosary in his hand. Our time spent together during the time of the IPM that he hosted brings memories that I will treasure forever. And our IPM bench is proudly displayed on the front porch of our new home. May your memories give you strength during the days ahead. Hugs ♥️
    Jane and George

  91. Kathy Smith

    We are sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing ..Thinking of you all at this sad time you are in our thoughts and prayers ..With Sympathy Mark and Kathy.🙏💕

  92. Ralph and Dianne Wood

    Our sincere sympathy in the passing of your Dad and Grandpa Jack. I loved to watch his footwork during his dancing years. May he dance on. Such an exciting time for Dad and his family to host the plowing match on your farm. ❤️

  93. Joe Hallahan

    Our sincere sympathy to the whole Ryan family from Joe Hallahan and Catherine Terpstra we will sure miss Jack.

  95. David and Becky Young

    So very for your loss. Jack was a good man and he will be missed. Rest in Peace.

  96. Coiner and Nancy Anstett

    Sorry to hear of Jacks passing Hold your memories near and dear to your heart.

  97. Ken and Elaine DeCorte

    Our heartfelt sympathies go out to the Ryan family. Dad will miss his meal partner.

  98. Liz Murtha

    So sorry to hear of your loss, Peggy – hope you dance as you feel your Mum and Dad dancing together once again. xxx Liz Murtha and Bill Love

  100. Barbara Durrell

    Our sincere condolences for the loss of Jack. He was a kind, loving man and will be greatly missed.
    Barbara, Robert (Mike) Durrell and family. Walton, Ontario

  102. Marcel St-Arneault

    To Peggy Sloan and families,
    I am sending you my sincere condolences to all. I am very sorry for your loss.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  103. Jim McDade

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this difficult time.
    Jim & Shelagh McDade

  104. Don & Pat Nolan

    To Steve, Peggy, Joe, Monica and all the Ryan family our deepest sympathy. We have so many great memories of your mom and dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  105. Michelle Blake

    Sincere sympathy to the whole Ryan family from Bruce & Michelle Blake and family. ❤️

  106. Amanda Poppe

    Peg, Joe and families
    My heart goes out to you…so very sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. My thoughts, prayers and hugs are with you at this sad time.
    Amanda Poppe and family

  108. Joan Bernard

    Condolence and prayers to the family of Jack Ryan. Such an interesting person, friendly and always smiling! I remember the plowing machine in particular! That was a very special time for him, I think. Keep the great memories close! Joan Bernard

  109. Jim & Danica McNichol

    We are sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this time. Jim & Danica

  111. Gwen and Jamie Hugill and Famiy

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Jack was an awesome person always encouraging his fellow cloggers. He will be so happy to be reunited with the love of his life

  113. Norma Khan

    We are so saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. Such a gentle man. You will be missed by many. Keep on dancing Jack.

    John stemmler and Norma Khan

  114. Lorraine Nelemans

    Thinking of you all during this difficult time
    Nothing but great memories of a great Walton Couple
    Rest in Peace Jack

  116. Gary Terpstra

    So sorry for your loss of a great man. Your father was an inspiration to everyone he knew and will be greatly missed. God bless

  117. Gordon & Irma Pryce

    Our prayers and sincerest sympathy go out to you all.
    Sincerely Gordon & Irma Pryce

  118. Mary Ann Grobbink

    To the Ryan Family
    We are sorry for your loss. Jack was a very kind and helpful brother-in- law and uncle. We will miss him dearly.
    Mary Ann Grobbink and family.

  119. Gord &Cecilia Smith

    We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. Sending our love a nd sympathy to you and Terry an d. your family. Uncle Gord &Aunt Cecilia.

  120. Patti Hunt

    Peggy and families:
    Sending our deepest sympathies at this time.
    Hugs and prayers to all💗

    Patti and Jamie Hunt

  121. Peter & Frances Kling

    Remembering your dad and the Ryan family over the years….
    Our condolences to all Jack’s family.

  122. Heather McMillan

    To All of Jack’s family,
    We are so sorry for your loss. Jack truly lived his 3F’s every day, and he was such a big part of our Walton community.
    Always remembered, always loved.

    Heather & Bill

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