Francis James "Jim" Ryan, 92, of Hiawatha, died Friday, October 19, 2018 at Pinicon Place in Anamosa.  As per Jim's request, private family services will be held at a later date.  Brosh Chapel and The Avacentre in Cedar Rapids is handling Jim's arrangements.

Francis was born January 19, 1926 in Waterloo, the son of Francis and Marie (Swift) Ryan. He graduated from high school in Waterloo.  Jim served in the United States Army during World War II, as a medic, during the Battle of the Bulge.  Jim was united in marriage to Lois Yarbrough on November 24, 1984, in Las Vegas.  He worked as a crop duster, mechanic, and truck driver for many years. He enjoyed building planes, boating, riding motorcycles, and working around the house.

Jim is survived by his wife, Lois; children Sherie Grant, Craig Ryan, Lisa Ryan, and Erin Ryan, Jerry Clair (Marcia), Bill (Sharon) Clair, Tony (Tina) Sykora, and Mike (Beth) Sykora; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his daughter-in-law Debbie Clair; his brother Don Ryan; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, step-son Steve Clair.

Memorials may be directed to the family.