Ryan Jon Boes

Ryan Jon Boes, age 46, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023. The world was a better place with Ryan in it. People were drawn to him. His unique brand of humor. His shy chuckle. His knowing smirk. The way he loved so deeply. A mountain of a man who could be the biggest presence in the room but make whoever he was with feel like they were the most important. A mentor. A man of faith. A model for living a happy and chill life. He soothed, protected and snuggled. He loved to craft a good home brew, camp, hike, and mountain bike. He was a best friend, great listener and proud father. He was an excellent partner for a road trip, a walk around the farmers market, or kayaking down the river. He loved his fishing boat and spent many hours with his favorite people motoring around Murray Lake. He will be profoundly missed by his wife, Sara Sella; children, Ben, Gabe, Lucy, Layla and Conner; parents, Stan and Janna Boes; siblings, Matthew (Colleen) Boes, Anna (Nate) Bundy; nieces, nephew and many extended family and friends. To celebrate his extraordinary life, please join his family for a visitation on Friday, November 17, 2023 from 4-7 p.m. at MKD Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 1601 Post Dr. NE, Belmont, MI 49316. There will also be a memorial service on Saturday, November 18, 2023, starting at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Visitation will take place 1 hour prior to service, from 10-11 a.m.