G. L. Brightharp & Sons announces the transition of Ms. Ella V. Ryan who entered into rest September 24, 2025.

Ms. Ryan was a native of Edgefield County.

Virginia leaves to cherish her legacy and precious memories her sons, Pacarso (Leslie) Ryan of Mint Hill, NC, Mickey C. Ryan of Los Angeles, CA and Dayarlo T. Ryan, Sr. of the home. She is lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Christopher Anderson, Martika (Dwayne) Hood, Chance Ryan, Colby Ryan, Caden Ryan, Dayarlo Ryan, Jr., Zion Ryan, Jaheim Dangelo and Daylani Ryan; her great-grandchildren, Marlaysha and Makinley Anderson; her sisters, Pearl (Oscar) Brooks, Freada Ryans and Shirley (Frederick) Ryan-Thompson; her brothers, James (Adelle) Ryan, Jr. and Hillary Ryan; aunts, Beatrice Lewis and Kate Tillman of Edgefield, SC. She also leaves behind  host of nieces, nephews and friends who will forever treasure her memory.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Thursday, October 2, 2025 at Springfield Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will gather for an Hour of Reflection prior to the service at the church. Viewing will be held from 2:00 PM until 5:30 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.

Family and Friends may call or visit at the home of her sister, Shirley Ryan-Thompson (297 Bettis Academy Rd, Graniteville, SC.)

Professional Services are under the care of G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary-Edgefield.