Ryan Curtis Dressel Sr.

Ryan, from an early age showed an interest in how all things work. He was known for taking apart all of his bicycles, radios, and anything with moving parts. He enjoyed putting things back together, but would usually end up with extra parts and no idea where they went. His interest in all things mechanical followed him into adulthood, where he pursued jobs as a cable installer, car mechanic, and a passion for race cars.

Ryan was an avid fisherman, enjoyed being in the outdoors, and showed great skill in pencil drawings and art work. He also had an incredible sense of humor and could find the irony in almost any situation.

Ryan is survived by his children, Aliece L. Dressel and Ryan C. Dressel Jr. and his first granddaughter, Ivy L. Tyler, all of Yakima.

He is also survived by his mother, Sharon L. Dressel; his father, Paul G. Dressel Jr. (Sharon R.); brother, Paul G. Dressel III; sister, Jaymi L. Watters (niece, Lily and nephew, Kye); sister, Shey R. Dressel; Grandfather, Paul G. Dressel Sr., all of Yakima. Ryan is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Ryan was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Margaret M. Dressel; and his maternal grandparents, Warren C. Brown and Mary M. Gidley.

A gathering for family and friends is planned for Saturday, July 9, 2016. More details to follow.

Memorial Contributions can be made to Sharon Dressel for Ryan’s children and granddaughter in c/o of Langevin El Paraiso Funeral Home, 1010 W. Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA 98902.