Jerry Wayne Ryan, 68, of New Market, VA passed away May 4, 2023, at Shenandoah Memorial Hospital.

He was born July 29, 1954, in New Market to the late Oscar Miller and Vivian Lucille Marston Ryan.

Jerry was a machinist and quality control inspector at Kennametal for 42 years. After retirement he worked part-time at Shenvalee Golf Resort as a ranger. He was a member of St. Martins Lutheran Church of New Market. He enjoyed coaching youth activities and playing and coaching men's softball. He enjoyed hunting, and especially enjoyed fishing North Mountain and Bass Anglerz fishing tournaments. He was a previous member of Shenvalee's Men's Club and enjoyed playing golf with "the gang" before health issues made it difficult.

On June 1, 1974, he married the former Patricia Ann Dove, who survives.

Also surviving are two sons, Jeremy M. Ryan and girlfriend Stephanie Dean, and her children Isaac and Emma of New Market, Jonathan E. Ryan of New Market; one brother, Dale William "Bill" Ryan and partner Wanda Adams of Mt. Jackson; numerous nieces and nephews; and special in his heart, his niece and great niece Sandy and Brooklyn High of Timberville.

Pastor George Feldman will conduct a graveside service 1:00 PM Monday at Zirkle Cemetery in New Market.

Friends and family may pay their respects and sign the guestbook Sunday from 9 AM – 7 PM at Grandle Funeral Home in Broadway. The casket will be closed.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your local SPCA.