Donald ‘Donnie’ Eugene Ryan, Sr., passed away in his home on the morning of November 30, 2023. Donnie was born on April 10, 1966, to Ronald Eugene and Betty Marie (McMillin) Ryan. Donnie was the second oldest of five children.
He left behind five children: Donald (Tiffany) Ryan of Nokomis, IL; Kristen (Andrew) Smith of Tower Hill, IL; Curtis (Sydney) Ryan of Boody, IL; Frieda Ryan of Decatur, IL; and Nicholas Ryan of Boody, IL.
Also surviving are his three siblings: Lonnie ‘Curtie’ Ryan and Bettina Ryan, both of Decatur, IL; Loretta (Doug) Denny of Weinmar, Texas; one aunt and one uncle, along with several beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, and grandchildren. He loved spending time at Macon Speedway, watching football, and absolutely loved his coffee. Donnie was preceded in death by both of his parents, his grandparents, and his older brother, Ronald G. Ryan.

A celebration of Donnie’s life will be held on Friday, December 15, 2023 from 10am-11am at Central Cremation Center, 110 West Weaver Road, Forsyth, IL. All friends and family are welcome to attend.

Donations are appreciated and welcome, and can be sent to Central Cremation Center at the address below to be forwarded to the family.

Flowers are also welcome and can also be sent directly to the Central Cremation Center facility on 12/14/2023.

Central Cremation Center
110 W. Weaver Rd.,
PO Box 16,
Forsyth, IL 62535