Ryan graduated from Spencer-Naper High School and went on to earn a construction management degree from Wayne State College. He brought his energy and work ethic to Midwest Infrastructure, Inc., where he served as a project manager—always taking pride in each project and finding joy in every moment shared with coworkers.
Ryan and Gina met while they worked at a restaurant during college. They entered into marriage August 27, 2011 and built a beautiful life in Lincoln. They enjoyed traveling especially to South Dakota and riding the trails. There was never a dull moment at Hotel Hamilton where countless parties were hosted and great times had with friends and family. They most enjoyed raising their boys and attending sporting events and doing endless boy activities.
Outside of work, Ryan was happiest outdoors. As an avid hunter and fisherman, he loved weekends at Turkey Creek Lodge with family, turning wrenches on his many car projects, and getting his hands dirty in the garage (usually with a cold drink nearby). He was carefree, quick with a smile and a genuine, unforgettable laugh, and always the life of the party.
Ryan also cared deeply about his community, serving as an active member of the Thompson Creek HOA and helping maintain the neighborhood ponds and park—just one of many quiet ways he gave back.
He leaves behind his wife and partner-in-laughter, Gina, and their three amazing sons, Karter, Logan, and Mitchell. Also surviving are his mother Sue Benson Hamilton; father Roger Hamilton; brothers RJ (Nessa) Hamilton and Riley Hamilton (fiancé Sara Streedbeck); father-in-law John “Jack” Korth; mother-in-law Lori Heller; sister-in-law Emily Korth (significant other Brian West); brothers-in-law Luke (Robyn) Korth and Ross Korth; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, niece, nephews, and friends who felt like family.
Ryan is now reunited with their angel baby and his maternal grandparents Hugh and Millie Benson, paternal grandparents Bob and Dilas Hamilton; uncles Dale Tarr and Steve Benson, and his mother’s devoted partner Bob Mayo—probably already sharing a few jokes and a good story or two.
Rosary: 5:00 p.m. Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Roper and Sons South Lincoln Chapel, 3950 Hohensee Drive. Family will greet friends for visitation from 3:00–5:00 pm.
Memorial Mass: 10:30 am Monday, August 18, 2025, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 9101 S. 78th St.
In place of flowers we invite you to honor Ryan’s memory by contributing to University of Miami Neuroendocrine Cancer Program, St. Michael’s Catholic Church, or the college fund of his children.
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