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Mayor proclaims August 1 as Ryan Funeral Home Day as business marks 100 years

City of De Pere Common Council · July 22, 2026
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Summary

Mayor James G. Boyd presented a proclamation recognizing Ryan Funeral Home's 100th anniversary and presented the owners with a ceremonial key; owners Scott and Carrie thanked the council.

Mayor James G. Boyd read a proclamation on July 21 recognizing Ryan Funeral Home's 100th year in business and proclaimed August 1, 2026, as Ryan Funeral Home Day in De Pere. The proclamation recounted ownership across decades and noted the business' service area and community ties.

"I hereby proclaim 08/01/2026, as Ryan Funeral Home Day throughout the city of De Pere," Mayor Boyd read. Scott (co-owner) accepted the recognition and said, "Carrie and I are very humbled by this. We're very honored to be the owners of Ryan's at this time in its history." The council presented a ceremonial key to the owners and offered congratulations.

The proclamation described the funeral home's service area and history and noted the city's appreciation for long-standing local businesses. The recognition is ceremonial and does not include a policy or budgetary action.