Anthony "Ryan" Presley

April 7, 1982 – July 14, 2026

Anthony "Ryan" Presley won his earthly battle at the age of 44 and entered into the presence of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. He received his ultimate healing.

Those who truly knew Ryan would describe him as sensitive, kind, generous, and always willing to help anyone he met. He was the first to step up whenever there was a need. Countless times, he and his twin brother, Chris, kept not only my car but many others on the road, working tirelessly until the job was done. Ryan also devoted countless hours helping around his mother's home. He never hesitated to help a stranger, and if he had something to give, he gladly shared it.

Ryan was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents; both fathers, Hughie Valentine and Douglas Presley Sr.; and his brothers, Douglas Presley Jr., Robert Valentine, and Ray Valentine.

Those left to cherish his memory include his mother, Beverly Valentine; his son, Austin; his bonus daughter, Madison Shouse; his siblings, Dwayne Valentine, Andrea "Shelley" Presley-Jones, Angela "Angie" Huff (Lonnie), and his twin brother, Christopher "Chris" Presley (Desi). He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.

Ryan will be loved and missed forever. He has left an empty place in our hearts until the day we are reunited in paradise.

John 16:33

"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."

Heady-Radcliffe Funeral Home in La Grange is serving our family during this difficult time.

The family will have a private viewing at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Visitation for family and friends will follow from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., with the funeral service beginning at 1:00 p.m. A graveside service will immediately follow at Smithfield Cemetery in Smithfield, Kentucky.