Mr. James Lynn Ryan Jr. age 68, of Grassy Creek, NC died on Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at the Ashe Memorial Hospital in Jefferson, NC. Mr. Ryan was born on January 10, 1943 in Cabarrus County to James Lynn Sr. and Mary Robinson Ryan. Mr. Ryan was preceded in death by his aunt, Lucy Miller. Mr. Ryan was a big lover of animals. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Mr. Ryan is survived by: 2 daughters: Shana Douglas of Asheville, NC & Erin Fruchtman and husband Larry of Tiger, GA also surviving are 5 grandchildren You may send and view condolences to the family through our website, www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. Ryan's arrangements.