Michael Andrew Ryan's Obituary
Michael Andrew Ryan, age 63, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, died on August 18, 2022, in Fayetteville. He was born on November 29, 1958, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to Dorsey McNeelas Ryan and Peggy Marie (Brown) Ryan. Michael graduated from Northside High School in Fort Smith. He last attended the University of Arkansas. Michael loved learning and following his passions. He worked many jobs and was attending the Genesis Church in Fayetteville.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Aunt Betty Brown; and Uncle Donald Watts.
Michael is survived by three sisters: Linda Ryan of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Cathie Heft of Elgin, Oklahoma, and Sharon Dobias of Greenfield, Massachusetts; Uncle James Brown, Jr. and Aunt Iralene Thomas.
A small Celebration of Mike’s Life will be planned for later.
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