- Date Of Birth: December 2, 1973
- Date Of Death: August 5, 2017
- State: Indiana
Ryan Gene Meppelink, age 43, of Wheatfield, passed away on August 5, 2017, at his residence surrounded by loving family.
Ryan Meppelink was born on December 2, 1973 in Rensselaer, Indiana. He is the son of Larry Gene and Barbara Jean (Kamminga) Meppelink. Ryan was a graduate of Kankakee Valley High School, Class of 1992. He worked as an auto detailer for Fieldhouse Ford for 18 years. Ryan attended Grace Fellowship Church of DeMotte and faithfully served in many capacities, was involved in 4H for 10 years, enjoyed golfing, fishing, mowing, and plowing snow. He was also an avid Chicago sports fan.
Ryan is survived by his mother: Barbara Meppelink of Wheatfield, IN; sister: Shelli (Brett Risner) Meppelink of DeMotte, IN; Maternal grandmother: Alice Kamminga; nieces: Rylie, Kacie & Lynzie Hoffman; nephew: Kyan Risner; and best friend: Chris Dockweiler. Ryan is preceded in death by his father: Larry and sister, Kimberly Hoffman.
