of Maumelle, AR

October 29, 1948 - January 8, 2024

Glenn G. Ryals, 75, of Maumelle, AR, passed away on January 8, 2024. He was born to the late Glendon and Lucille Ryals on October 29, 1948. He was predeceased by his paternal and maternal grandparents, and a sister, Patsy Farquharson. He is survived by Sammye, his wife of 41 years, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and special friends, Rick, and Sherry McNight.

Glenn graduated from Hall High School before attending State College of Arkansas, where he received a B.S. in Psychology in 1971. He then attended Northeast Louisiana University before graduating with an M.S. in Psychology.

Glenn worked at the Arkansas State Hospital as a Psychological Examiner for sixteen years before joining GAIN (Greater Assistance to those In Need), an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program in 1990. Glenn joined GAIN at its inception, providing intensive case management to individuals suffering from debilitating mental illnesses. He retired from GAIN in 2017.

Glenn was a loving and caring man. He enjoyed helping others, especially those he loved. I miss you, Glenn.

It was Glenn's wish to be cremated. A memorial service will not be held at this time.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Counting On Each Other, P.O. Box 13843, Maumelle, AR 72113 or to Maumelle Animal Services, 425 Cogdell Drive, Maumelle, AR 72113.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Chenal Funeral Home
13801 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
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