Kenneth Michael Ryan

We are saddened to announce the passing of Kenneth Michael Ryan on September 18, 2025 after a long hard battle with cancer. He was predeceased by his parents, Edna and Murray Ryan. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Debra, sons, Kevin (Heather) and James, sister, Lesley and many nieces and nephews.

Ken was born in Vancouver but spent his childhood years in Dawson Creek. Ken met Deb in Tahsis in 1972. After several years in Tahsis and in the Lower Mainland, they moved to Port McNeill in 1976. He got a job at Canfor’s Beaver Cove Dryland Sort where he worked until retirement in 2006.

Ken loved his sons and was very proud of the young men they grew into. Ken was most happy when he was “in the wind” on his motorcycle. He had numerous trips with friends throughout BC and Arizona. He also loved his lap dog, Rusty. He spent much of his last days as Rusty’s treat dispenser.

The family would like to thank Dr. Armogam and Alison for the their care, kindness and support throughout this journey. Thanks also to the hospital and home care staff for their care, kindness, support and laughter during his home and hospital stay. Thanks to his morning coffee guys for your friendship. Special thanks to Bert and Rollie for taking Ken out fishing and catching! That was the highlight of his summer and always brought a smile to his face when he talked about it..and eating “his” fish. And thank you Port McNeill.

Ken was predeceased by his best buddy, Kevin “Beechnut” Beecroft in 2010 after HIS battle with cancer. They’re together again, laughing and in the wind.

An informal celebration of life will be held on November 1, 2025 at the Port McNeill Legion from 1-3pm.