Ryan M. Jansen, age 31, of West Bend, found eternal peace on Tuesday, March 5, 2013.
Ryan is the beloved son of Bill and Donna (nee Galloway) Barkelew; loving brother of Justin (Julie) Jansen and Scott (girlfriend Megan) Dzwonkowski; step-brother to Sarah (Dana) and Noah Barkelew; adoring uncle to Mackenna, his favorite person in the world; and grandson to Hilton and Constance Schmidt. Ryan is further survived by a special friend, Beth; and many other aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Ryan was preceded in death by his loving grandma, Grace Galloway; and great-grandmas, Agnes Shipley and Elizabeth Hamlett.
Ryan enjoyed spending time with his family and always made sure they came first in his life. He will be remembered for his love of children, animals, and music.
A memorial service in honor of Ryan will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 5:00 pm at the Myrhum-Patten Funeral Home in West Bend. Rev. Luke Emrich of New Life Christian Fellowship will officiate. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Saturday from 3:00 pm until the time of service.
Memorials will be used to purchase a permanent memorial in Ryan's name and would be greatly appreciated by the family.