Gregory Gardiner Ryan

Gregory Gardiner Ryan, age 66, of Tool, Texas passed away on Thursday, June 2, 2022. Gregory was born December 12, 1955; to parents, Bernard William Ryan and Eileen Louise Gardiner. He was a caring and doting husband, father, and grandfather; who loved spending time with his family. Gregory was adventurous and lived each day to the fullest; enjoying water skiing, snow skiing, and riding in his boat daily. Not only did he have the passion for boating; but for cars, motorcycles, and planes, as well. He shared his love for the water and outdoors as a swim instructor at the Cain Center, in Athens, TX.; a Scout Master of the Eagle Scouts, as well as a water ski and snow ski trainer, in his younger years. Gregory was a left handed pitcher in college, playing for Arizona State. His great athleticism got him drafted by the Giants and the Padres; lettered in baseball, basketball, and football. Gregory praised his Lord faithfully at the St. Jude Catholic Church, in Gun Barrel City, TX. His memories will live forever in the hearts of those he touched, throughout his lifetime.

Gregory is preceded in death by his parents, Bernard W. Ryan and Eileen L. Gardner.

He is survived by his loving wife, Tuddy Ryan of Tool, TX.; sons, Sean Ryan and wife Sarah of Coppell, TX., Chip Herring and wife Katherine of Ridgeland, MI; daughter, Shannon Ryan and partner Michael Sheehan of New York, NY.; brother, Scott Gardiner Ryan and wife Cindy of San Clemente, CA.; sister-in-law, Donna Kaye Herring of Ridgeland, MI.; grandchildren, Blaire Herring, Katie Herring, Anne Travis Herring; niece, Caroline Woodruff and husband Braden of Flower Mound, TX.

A Celebration of Life service will be held Sunday, June 5, 2022 at 2:00pm.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.eubankcedarcreek.com for the Ryan family.