He was born December 4, 1956 in Peoria, IL to Robert and Shirley (Abbott) Ryan. He married Diane Ervin on January 23, 1996 in Peoria. She survives.
Also surviving are his two children, Margo Trapper and Aaron (Becky) Krasner both of Peoria; a step-son, Jesse (Shawna) Ervin of East Peoria; three brothers, Patrick Ryan of St. Louis, Tim Ryan of Wyoming, IL, and Chris (Chris) Ryan of Minnesota; and two sisters, Gina Ryan of Peoria and Roseann Calander of Arizona.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Pamela Krasner.
Mike worked as a Chef and Pizza Cook for Agatucci's Restaurant in Peoria. He enjoyed making guitars, tattooing, yard work and just working with his hands.
Cremation will be accorded and Remmert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the Illinois Cancer Care Center in Peoria. Words of comfort can be shared with the family at www.remmertfuneralhome.com.
