Ryan D Metz Obituary (1984

Ryan D. Metz, 35 of Peoria, formerly of Bloomington passed away at 2:07 PM on Thursday August 22, 2019 at UnityPoint Methodist Peoria. There will be a funeral service for Ryan on Monday August 26, 2019 at 3:30 PM at Eastview Christian Church in Normal. Pastor Bob Knapp will officiate. There will be a visitation from 1-3 PM at the church. Military rites will be performed by the Bloomington Normal American Legion Honor Guard as well as active duty Marine Corp. Ryan's family asks that in honor of Ryan all in attendance should feel welcome to dress casually. Calvert & Metzler Memorial Home in Bloomington is handling arrangements. Ryan was born July 9, 1984 the son of Don and Janice Forrest Metz. They survive and reside in Bloomington. He is also survived by his significant other Julie Colehower of Peoria, one brother Jonathan Metz of Maryland and his paternal grandmother Janet Metz of Streator. Ryan proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps and served a tour in Afghanistan in 2009 and 2010 as a combat engineer. He was also a member of Eastview Christian Church in Normal. Memorial contributions may be made to his family to be used as a donation to a military organization of their choosing.