Bo Ryan's father, Butch, has passed away at the age of 89 early on Friday morning according to a report by Jeff Potrykus of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.
Ryan, who lost his mother last year, was informed of his father's deteriorating condition at a golf outing on Wednesday according to the report.
William, Butch's real name, was a visible and sometimes vociferous presence in Bo's life and the stories and thoughts about Butch have been pouring in since the announcement of his passing. We'd like to share a few as we extend our thoughts and prayers to Bo and his entire family.
May Butch rest in peace.
Butch Ryan was a retired pipe fitter, a decorated World War II hero and one of the funniest storytellers you could ever meet.
— Wisconsin Basketball (@BadgerMBB) August 30, 2013
@BadgerMBB Loud fake sneeze that shook the empty Kohl Center whenever #Badgers were practicing FTs. Always startled Otto. #NeverGotOld
— Brian Lucas (@BrianLucasUW) August 30, 2013
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Memories of Butch Ryan will always make me smile. Could always tell a good story–an entertaining and smart man. Taught his son well.
— Matt Lepay (@MattLepay) August 30, 2013
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1 of my favorite Butch Ryan memories was during Bo's 1st yr as UW coach. Badgers beat Illinois 72-66. Butch ran on court with team (cont)
— Matt Lepay (@MattLepay) August 30, 2013
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Condolences to Bo Ryan on the passing of his dad, Butch. When you talked with Butch, you know where Bo got his sense of humor/toughness from
— Fran Fraschilla (@franfraschilla) August 30, 2013
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A clear definition of a father and son best friendship was Butch and Bo Ryan. The love, respect and true admiration those 2 had was special.
— Tom Crean (@TomCrean) August 30, 2013
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