James M. Ryan's Obituary
James M. Ryan of Fort Myers, Florida passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 following some recent health challenges. He was 84 years old.James was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on February 20, 1932, the proud son to father Henry T. Ryan and mother George Chesbro McKee. He obtained his PhD from Massachusetts Institute of Technology and spent his working life as a chemical engineer specializing in membranes for the oil and gas industry. He was married to and is survived by his devoted wife Nicole G. (Soule) Ryan. He also leaves behind his children Catherine, Geoffrey and Gregory Ryan and Loralee Manas plus numerous extended family members and many more people who were grateful to know and call him a friend.Immediate funeral ceremonies are private. Arrangements for Mr. Ryan’s final care have been entrusted to Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida 33907, (239) 936-0555.To share a story, leave a tribute or offer condolences to the family at this difficult time please visit James’ memorial webpage at www.fortmyersmemorial.com and sign his guestbook.
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