Matthew Ryals

Riceboro – Matthew Wesley Ryals, 66, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2024, at his residence.  Born in Ludowici, he lived in McIntosh County all of his life.  He was a carpenter who enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing.  He was a loving father and papa and was Church of God by faith.  His parents, Ernest and Edna Mae Howard Ryals, preceded him in death, and his brothers, Albert, Ernest, and David Ryals.

Survivors are his daughter, Cheyanne Ryals of Riceboro; sons, Robbie Ryals of Jesup, Dennim Ryals (Samantha) of Greenville, SC, and Tucker Ryals (Darien) of Riceboro; sister, Jane Pointek (Joe) of Townsend; brothers, Johnny Ryals of Hinesville, Paul Ryals (Cindy) of Riceboro, and Mark Ryals (Carmen) of Tyler, TX; 7 grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

The family will hold private services.

Family and friends may sign the online register at www.howardfuneralga.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Howard Funeral Home of Ludowici.

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