Obituary: Ryan William DeBarry

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Ryan William DeBerry

Ryan William DeBerry passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 12, 2025 at his home in Gardner, Illinois at the age of 29. He was born on January 30, 1996 in Joliet, IL. Ryan lived a life rooted in love for his little family, whom he treasured time with, his work, and the natural world around him.

Ryan was a graduate of Coal City High School in Coal City, IL as a member of the Class of 2014. Ryan enjoyed playing football during his high school years. He spent the past decade building his career as a dedicated member of the Laborers’ Union Local 75 and an enthusiastic employee of “D” Construction in Coal City. Ryan truly had passion and a deep sense of pride for his work. His strong work ethic and tenacity earned him the respect of his peers and colleagues alike. Beyond his professional achievements, Ryan also had passion for his outdoor hobbies and his two family dogs, Lucy and Ella. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, and loved nature and time on the water. While these moments all brought him great joy, Ryan was happiest when spending time with his wife, Haley and daughter, Meredith. They were the light of his life. Ryan’s joyful times captured his deep appreciation for life‘s simple pleasures and his adventurous spirit, creating memories filled with love and laughter. Some of these memories include days spent water skiing as well as snow skiing with his loved ones. Ryan loved traveling with Haley and Meredith. They spent many laughter filled days at the beach as a family. He and Haley enjoyed date nights, going out frequently to a variety of places like Top Golf and their favorite restaurants, but most important to Ryan was being anywhere and doing any activity as long as he, Haley, and Meredith were together. Ryan was able to make everyone around him feel special and would take the time to engage in any conversation he was having. He truly had a heart of gold and a personality that will be missed for a lifetime.

Above all, Ryan was a loving and devoted family man. He is survived by his cherished wife, Haley Ann DeBerry; their beloved daughter, Meredith Jane DeBerry; his mother, Marilyn DeBerry of Morris, Illinois; and his brother Jakob (Josie) DeBerry of Gibsonton, Florida. Ryan’s extended family also mourns his death, including his mother and father-in-law, Tammy and Donnie Lenzie Jr. of Channahon, Illinois; his grandparents, Richard Henning of Joliet, Illinois; Ronald Korczak of Plainfield, Illinois; John Szepelak of Rochester, Illinois; and Pat and Don Lenzie Sr. of Gardner, Illinois; sisters-in-law, Kaitlyn (Jake) Weber of Camdenton, Missouri; Katie (Cody) Mack of Gardner, Illinois; Laura (Christian) Cogdal of South Wilmington, Illinois; nieces and nephews, William DeBerry; Ella and Lennyx Weber; Talon and Tori Mack; and Dalton Cogdal. Ryan will also be missed by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends.

Ryan was preceded in death by his father, William Shane DeBerry, with whom he shared an extremely close-knit bond. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Lehman DeBerry, Donna Henning, Jean Korczak, and Peggy Szepelak.

Visitation for Ryan William DeBerry will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory, 3200 Black Rd, Joliet, Illinois. Visitation will take place from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 7:00 p.m. As it was Ryan’s request, cremation rites will be accorded.

For more information, please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.

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