William Ryan Jr. “Bill Bill”, 37, of Brookhaven, PA passed tragically in a motorcycle accident on Wednesday August 7, 2024. Bill was a loving son, brother, and father who enjoyed spending his time with his children and loved ones. Bill is predeceased by his brother, Christopher Ryan, and many other beloved family members. Survived by his adored children Billy (12) and Madison (8); his beloved parents Colleen Ryan (Keith Grantland), father, William Ryan, his sister, Jessica Ryan (David Noble), his stepsister Cassie Clark, his stepbrother Matthew Clark, his children’s mother and dear friend, Krissy Connell, and his many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Bill had a love of adventure, thrill for adrenaline and found his greatest tranquility being in nature whether it was hunting, fishing, riding, or just being outdoors. One of his deepest passions was riding his motorcycle and referred to it at his wind therapy.
Bill was an incredible father and lived for his children. Billy and Madison will never have to go a day without knowing how loved they were by their dad. He was always making sure to teach his kids the power of helping other people, teaching them respect, kindness, and compassion.
Bill was extremely proud of his recovery and to be a part of the AA community. He was just shy of 6 years sober and now he will have eternal sobriety. Bill carried a message of hope that any addict could have freedom from active addiction. He spent many hours of his free time in Kensington feeding the homeless and distributing collected donations to those struggling with addiction. Bill will be missed by many friends and sponsees in his AA family.
Bill was an organ donor and participated in the Gift of Life Donor Program. Through the compassionate decision to help others through donation, Bill was able to help save or enhance 50 lives.
Relatives and Friends are invited to his Viewing, Wednesday, August 14th 3:00 PM – 4:45 PM followed by Prayer Service 5:00 PM followed his Memorial Service and Words of Remembrance 6:00 PM at the Danjolell-Barone Memorial Home of Wallingford 908 So. Providence Road, Wallingford, PA 19086. Inurnment Private.
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