Ryan Lewis Plew, age 30 of Paris, Illinois, passed away at 7:39 a.m. Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at his residence. He was a construction worker for Chuck Connelly Construction and was a member of Dennison Baptist Church. Ryan was the most loveable human being and anyone he ever met was not a stranger. He will always be his wife's best friend and anamcara (soul mate). He will be forever in his family's hearts.

Born August 16, 1987 in Paris, he was the son of the late Richard Lee Plew and Jackie DuCharme. He was married to Karen (Hagen) Plew.

Survivors include his wife Karen, his mother Jackie DuCharme of Vermilion, Illinois, two sons, Sylus and Odin Plew, both at home, a step-son Jagger Craig, at home, four brothers; Tyson DuCharme of Paris, Aaron Plew of Taylorville, Vance Plew of Paris, and Jessie Plew of Mattoon, several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

As per his wishes, cremation is planned; his cremains will be taken to Colorado.

Stewart and Carroll Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to an education fund for his children or the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. For further information and online condolences please visit www.stewartandcarrollfuneralhome.com.