Ryan was a Recon Marine in the aftermath of the Cuban missile crises. He served in Bangkok with the Air Force during Vietnam and at the American Embassy in Dublin, Ireland, during the violent 70's.
Ryan holds a Bachelors degree with Honors in Political Science and has completed graduate work in Public Administration. During his career, Ryan has served as Chief Executive Officer or City Manager in multiple American and international communities. An accomplished public speaker, he frequently accepts invitations for public presentations.
Passed away due to Cardiac Amyloidosis caused by exposure to Agent Orange in the Vietnam War.
1943-10-05
Brooklyn, New York
2012-11-14
McKendree University
Chief Executive or City Manager, Public speaker, US Marines and the US Air Force
As a late life author, I have found the joy of writing and publishing far more enjoyable than a career of public service. While pleased with my career choices, in writing fiction, I can assure that things turn out right. That is NOT the case in local government.
New Zealand Society of Authors; LDS Small Press Authors
Male
Author
English
Ryan also co-wrote the Ninth Crossing series, which is not related to the Church.