David W. Ryals, 43, of Gasport, NY, passed away on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Richard A. Ryals and the late Karen (Lepkosky) Ryals.

On July 20, 2013, David married Dawn M. (Stope) Ryals at Potter's House Christian Community Church in Niagara Falls, NY.  David was employed for 8 years as a Butcher in the Meat Department at Sam's Club in Niagara Falls.  A true outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and target shooting, and enjoyed collecting guns and knives.  Above all, he loved his family, and would spend as much time as possible with them with every chance he had.

In addition to his wife of 8 years and his father, David is survived by his children, Cassandra Ryals, Savannah Cook, and Kimberly Ryals; his grandson, Alexander Lee Cook; his siblings, Dawn M. (Thomas) Adamec, Joshua S. (Stephanie) Ryals, Scott A. (Tasha) Ryals, and Kari Anne Ryals; his half-brothers, Richard Ryals, Jr. and Jason Ryals, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 18 from 3 – 7 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304, where funeral services will begin at 7 PM.  Committal Services will be held on Friday, November 19 at 11 AM at Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery, 5871 Military Rd, Lewiston, NY 14092.  Visit mjcolucciuneralchapel.com for online condolences.