Ryan McGovern

Ryan Randall McGovern
Irishman. Lefthanded defenseman for Maple Grove Crimson class of ’99 with a bone-breaking slapshot and love for teammates measured by minutes in the penalty box. Strong regard for Norths Star’s enforcer, Basil McRae. Stinking Blackhawks. Unapologetic Packer fan who wore Green & Gold in a sea of Purple before the winning seasons began. A kid at heart and at home coaching Boy’s hockey and Girl’s softball. Family man. Dog lover. Kenny Chesney fan. Made perfect in God’s sight through faith in God’s own Son, Jesus Christ. An uncommon man. Our pride and joy.

Survived by loving wife of 12 years, Katie; daughter Madyson and son, Donavyn. Parents Randy & Michele McGovern and Tim & Jan England. Siblings Nicole (Dave) Wallin, Katie (Jim) Christensen and Roman England.Nephews and Nieces and many friends.

Ryan died unexpectedly on April 25, 2018. Services will be held on Monday, April 30 at 11:30 am at Timberwood Church in Nisswa, MN with Pastor Eric Holst officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services. Private interment will be at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens in Crystal, MN. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenny Funeral Chapel in Baxter, MN.

Visitation one hour prior to service.