Background
Ryan, George Homer was born on February 24, 1934 in Maquoketa, Iowa, United States. Son of Thomas J. and Jeanette (Bowman) Ryan.
pharmacist state government official
Ryan, George Homer was born on February 24, 1934 in Maquoketa, Iowa, United States. Son of Thomas J. and Jeanette (Bowman) Ryan.
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, Ferris State College, Big Rapids, Michigan.
Member, Illinois House of Representatives, 1973-1982; minority leader, Illinois House of Representatives, 1977-1980; speaker, Illinois House of Representatives, 1981-1982; lieutenant governor, State of Illinois, 1983-1991; secretary of state, State of Illinois, since 1991.
Member Kankakee County Board, 1966-1972, chairman, 1971-1972. Chairman Illinois Literacy Council. With United States Army, Korea.
Member American Pharmaceutical Association, Illinois Pharmaceutical Association, One Hundred Club, Masons (33d degree). Lodges: Elks, Moose, Shriners.
Married Lura Lynn Lowe, June 10, 1956. Children: Nancy, Lynda, Julie, Joanne, Jeanette, George.