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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dusty-Wade Robert Joseph Ryan on Oct 7th, 2024, of a pulmonary embolism at the age of 37. Dusty was born May 21, 1987, to Francine Adair, nee Ryan (Rob), and Scott Diotte (Jane), in Sarnia, Ont. Dusty was the soul mate to Nicole Salisbury and the father of 6 beautiful children and 1 step- son, daughters Hailey Cook-Ryan (18), twins Alexis “Lexi”, Trinity “Trin” (14), and Zoey Ryan-Georgiou (13) as well as 2 sons Ryker (8) and Sawyer Ryan-Salisbury (6) and stepson Bradley Pritchard (16). Dusty also leaves behind 3 younger brothers, Tyler (Lizz) Ryan, Brandon Ryan and Jordon (Jordan) Ryan, along with nephews Kaleb Ryan and Joshua Bradshaw, nieces Haleigh and Morgan Ryan, aunt Nicky Ryan, uncles Bobby (Lisa) Ryan and Jay Ryan along with cousins Brittany, Cain, Tamus, Gabriel, Edison Ryan and Tanner Dukelow. Dusty is predeceased by his loving grandparents, his maman Diane Ryan, (nee Lauzon) 1949-2019 and his papa Robert Ryan 1946-2016. He was well known in the baseball community as a pre-teen, he could always be found at Errol Russell Park watching or playing a game. He spent many hours in a baseball field from the time he was 4 days old in which he was at his uncle’s games and then later started playing at the age of 3. He played travel ball for the Sarnia Braves for numerous years. Dusty had a great memory and a big heart and never forgot anyone's birthday and always tried to reach out and wish them the best. Dusty was very loved and will be missed dearly, but we all know he is at peace and with his maman and papa now. Rest in peace Dusty. Family and friends will be received at Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia, on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sympathy may be expressed through donations to charity of choice (cheques only at the funeral home please).