Ryan Emken

RYAN E. EMKEN

Cedar Rapids

Ryan E. Emken, 33, of Cedar Rapids, died Wednesday, May 25, 2016, unexpectedly at his home. Services: 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Mark's United Methodist Church by Pastor Bonnie Koeppen. Burial: Anderson Cemetery, Swisher. Friends may visit with the family after 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the church. Teahen Funeral Home is serving the family.

Ryan is survived by his brother, Ross of Swisher; father, Steven Emken (Deb Woods) of Cedar Rapids; mother, Brenda (John) Conyn of Webster City; grandparents, Waunita Emken and Nancy and Keith Hummell, both of Cedar Rapids; three uncles, Kurt (Michelle) Hummell of Cedar Rapids, Jason (Jennifer) Hummell of Shellsburg and Ray Hill of Marshalltown; and eight cousins, Adam, Joel, Luke, Paul, Janie, Jolie, Kinsey and Kaitlyn.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Marvin Emken; and aunt, Debbie Hill.

Ryan Eugene was born June 7, 1982, in Cedar Rapids, the son of Steven and Brenda. He took great pride in being a big brother to Ross. He graduated from Prairie High School, where he enjoyed playing football and spending time with friends, which gave him memories for a lifetime. After graduation, he went on to attend Iowa Central College. Ryan was a gifted and talented carpenter in the construction trade.

Biggie enjoyed spending his time going to movies, being outdoors and all kinds of music. He loved to surround himself with people and share with them his incredible sense of humor. Ryan cherished his family and friends greatly and would want all of them to know how much he loved them and spending time with them. Ryan gave hugs that were powerful and priceless and left an impact on anyone who was lucky to have gotten one.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

Online condolences may be left at www.teahenfuneralhome.com.