Ryan was born September 11, 1978 in Longmont, Colorado, the son of Tom and Ginger (Werther) Jenkins. He was a 1997 graduate of Niwot High School.
Shortly after graduation Ryan began working for McLane and always enjoyed his career with them.
Ryan was an outdoorsman, enjoying camping, boating and water skiing. His hobbies included RC Cars, 4X4 vehicles and striving to live a simple and happy life. He will be remembered for his generosity with both time and money.
Survivors include his parents Tom and Ginger Jenkins of San Tan Valley, AZ and his brother Rusty of Longmont.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m on Monday, August 1, 2011 at the Howe Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Mark Peterson of Bethlehem Lutheran Church officiating.