David James Ryan

David James Ryan, 50, of Sour Lake, died Friday, December 13, 2024. He was born on December 13, 1974, in Chicago, Illinois, to Diane and James Ryan.

Survivors include his loving wife of 33 years, Sandra Ryan; sons, Sean Ryan and his wife, Micah, and Connor Ryan and his significant other, Channah Cleckley; father, James Ryan; brother, Michael Ryan and his wife, Theresa, all of Sour Lake; nieces and nephews, Heather Ryan, Johnathan Ryan, Macie Traiteler, and Evan Traiteler; mother-in-law, Diana Hoosier; and sister-in-law, Karen Traiteler and her husband Paul Traiteler. He also leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

David is preceded in death by his mother, Diane Ryan; father-in-law, Odis Hoosier; and grandparents, Adolph and Alice Czapiga, and William and Margaret Ryan.

David was a man who was dedicated to his career as a contractor/painter. He truly enjoyed doing carpentry, and it showed through the quality of his work. It wasn’t just a job to him; it was his hobby. Another passion of David’s included cooking. He found great pleasure in cooking meals for loved ones, and many can confirm he could make the best steak there is. His family also has many fond memories of their time spent with David riding four-wheelers on various trails. David also loved Christmas time. He had more Christmas decorations than most, and even continued to buy more every year.

As many know, David loved animals, especially his two dogs. Recently, he started caring for some stray cats outside of his house. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Southeast Texas, 2050 Spindletop Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77705.

A gathering of Mr. Ryan’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium.