Thelma Lee Ryan's Obituary
Thelma Lee Ryan, 63, of New Haven, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024, at home with her family by her side. Born in Springfield, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Emerson and Helen (Pollock) Beechler. She attended the Bible Baptist Church, Fort Wayne. Thelma enjoyed babysitting, bowling, shopping and garage sales. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, John Ryan; sister, Janice (Darrell) Fish; Stepdaughters, Chasity (Nick) Hobbs, and Stephanie (Donovan) Loving; and 4 step grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Rebecca G. Ryan; siblings, Carol Beechler, Gene Beechler, and Lynn Hancock. There will be no services, per Thelma's request. Preferred memorials are to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at stjude.org. Arrangements by Harper’s Community Funeral Home, 740 St. Rd. 930 E., New Haven.
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