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Ryan Wojcik Obituary
Ryan Michael Wojcik, age 28, of Merrillville, IN, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Loving son of Dawn (late Michael) Dean and Michael (Lisa) Wojcik. Cherished grandson of Glenda Ratliff, late Vern Ratliff, Ron Wojcik, and Donna (late Buford) Painter. Dear nephew of Laurie (Kevin) Wilson, Amy (John) Eagan, Beckie (Tony Berenis) Ratliff, Shane (Jackie) Ratliff, Chris (William) Murray, Dawn (Jim) Witczak, and Jennifer (Jason) Naddy. Also survived by many other cousins and friends. Ryan was a graduate of Lake Central High School Class of 2015 and the World Wide College of Auctioneering. He was a vehicle inspector for Manheim Auto Auction. Ryan was loved by many and will be dearly missed.
Visitation Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. Graveside service at 2:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery – Schererville, IN. Memorial contributions may be given in Ryan’s memory to a suicide prevention organization of your choice. For further information please contact 219-322-7300 or visit www.SMITSFH.com
Memories and Condolences
for Ryan Wojcik
Terri Stasko
October 24, 2024
Our deepest condolences. Ryan was an awesome guy. Just an all around nice guy. I will miss his smile and his radiant personality. Always so polite. RIP Ryan
Tyler Books
October 21, 2024
Ryan was a kind soul and a great person, he will surely be missed
Terry Wilson
October 20, 2024
Dear Dawn and Family,
With deepest sympathy and sadness on the loss of your precious son Ryan. The thoughts of many are with you.
Steve and Debbie Grimm
October 19, 2024
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Rick & Cathy Wilson Holmes
October 19, 2024
Dawn and Family, We are so sorry to hear about Ryan's passing. Our heartfelt sympathies and prayers are with you.
Rob Papelbon
October 19, 2024
I had the privilege of working alongside Ryan at Manheim for the past few years. His thoughtful advice and willingness to help always brightened our days. My team and I will cherish his warm smile and carry his memory in our hearts forever.
Kyleigh McCoy
October 18, 2024
Ryan, from the moment we met in middle school, I knew you were something special. You had the kindest heart and the most genuine smile, and you always knew how to make everyone laugh. Life may have pulled us apart for a time, but when we reconnected, it felt like no time had passed at all. That’s just who you were—so easy to be around, so full of warmth and joy. I feel so fortunate to have had you in my life, even if it was for too short a time.
I love you, and I miss you more than words can say. Rest easy, my dearest friend this world will miss you so much.
Spencer Shipman
October 17, 2024
I met Ryan through my friend Jeremy. There was never a bad thing to say about him in all the years I knew him. He had the biggest smile and was always making us laugh. I had moved away for a couple years but when I came back we started up a dungeons and dragons group at my house. It was a pleasure to get to know him further through his love for the game. Every Monday for over a year our basement would be filled with laughter, I will remember Ryan most for his positivity. He always had something to say and was super passionate about everything he did. He will be dearly missed, it's hard to imagine a world without him in it. I hope he rests easy. My heart breaks for his family and for our friends.
Glenn Roy Greer
October 17, 2024
My deepest sympathy, mat God be with you
Lisa Clark
October 17, 2024
Please accept my sincere condolences.
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Smits Funeral Home, Ltd. - Dyer2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN 46311
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