Blake H. Ryan

Blake Henry Ryan of Palm Beach Gardens went home to the Lord on Thursday, June 20, 2013. He was born on February 18, 1984, at Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale. He attended William Dwyer High School graduating in 2002. He went on to attend The Florida State University. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree of science in 2007, and remained a devoted, zealous Seminole fan. After graduating Blake returned to South Florida and worked as an independent insurance agent and subsequently became the founder and senior partner of United Retirement Solutions. Blake had numerous talents and interests and his love and passion for music lead to a hobby as a DJ, which he was excellent at and which he truly loved.

Blake touched many hearts and had countless friends. He left a lasting impression on everyone he met and will always be remembered for his contagious smile, warm heart, mesmerizing blue eyes and unassuming nature. He always gave people a chance and looked for the best in everyone.

Blake was preceded in death by his mother Cynthia Lee Ryan and his fathers Henry Zimmerman and William Ryan. He is survived by his grandparents Edna & Jerry Stapella and Donald Lee; Aunts and Uncles Gloria and Kelly Hancock and Susan and Jack Hooker; cousins Kelly and Carson Hancock and Jennifer Hooker Clarke, and his beloved dog “Griffin”, plus many extended cousins and friends.

Friends and family are invited to attend services to be held Wednesday, June 26, 2013. Viewing at 1:00 p.m. and the service will convene at 1:45 p.m. at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, 200 West Copans Road, Pompano Beach, FL 33064, 954-764-4000. Reception to follow services.

The family requests all donations to be sent to the Broward County Humane Society, Ann Bennett, 954-266-6835, 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, or on line at www.HumaneBroward.com.