James K Ryback

James K. Ryback, age 84 years. Resident of North Prairie and former Longtime resident of West Allis. Passed to eternal life surrounded by his loving family on Friday, September 26, 2025, at his residence. Devoted Husband of 63 years to Rose (nee Niezgoda). Loving father of Phillip (Ginger), Kenneth and Scott (Stacey) Ryback. Proud grandpa of Andrew (Kerry), Eric (Sarah), Nicholas (Arissa), Jonathan (Bailey), Sydney (Tristen), Hannah (Marcus), Samantha, Molly (Joe) and Mattie. Brother of Linda Kotzian. Brother-in-law of Stanley (the late Ruth) Niezgoda. Also survived by 10 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Jim proudly served his country as an Air Force Veteran. Jim retired after 30 years as a detective with the West Allis Police Department. Special thanks to the many caregivers who took care of Jim for the past 3 years. Jim’s final words were “you can kiss my ashes”. Jim will have a private family funeral. Lazarczyk Family Funeral Homes of Lake Geneva and Delavan is proudly serving the family.