Ryan Adam Dittus, (AKA Flyin Ryan) age 31, of Miles City departed this life on June 12, 2021 doing what he loved, riding hard and living on the edge.
Ryan was born on June 1, 1990 to Rick and J’nine (Frost) Dittus in Casper, Wyoming. He was the second child of four: Bradley, Ryan, Jesse & Hope. Ryan was a natural, pure talent on two wheels. Give him a dirt bike and a track, Ryan would show you how to ride it fast. Friends and competitors alike would agree he was very humble about his ability to race and win. Being on his dirt bike was his favorite place to be. Ryan and his dad Rick formed a strong bond racing in his childhood. The Dittus family went racing most weekends and Ryan was always a top contender. He accomplished many things in racing and made a lot of memories and friendships. The motocross community was a family. Ryan raced a lot of local tracks from Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana.
Ryan had a bond with his family like no other. Losing their older brother at a young age, made the bond between siblings inseparable to the end. Jesse (AKA Bubba) was always his racetrack pitman and was always there to tell him what line to run or what mistakes other riders made. Hope was Ryan’s biggest fan. She would watch and learn from her brother how to be a fast rider and followed the Dittus name and became a racer. Bubba was a spectator until he got older and decided to show his older brother he could be a rider too. They all enjoyed riding together later in life, but the race was always on! Ryan had a bond with his mother like no other. She was his #1 fan and was always there to keep him at his best on and off the road. She would make sure he would have his schooling while he was racing and would make sure the whole family had food, clean cloths, riding gear and a clean home or RV on the road. To the end, J’nine always had Ryan’s back and he had the love of a proud mother.
Ryan married Bethany Bielen in 2012 and they had two daughters, Briley (now age 7) and Kinley (now age 4). Ryan loved his family more than anything. He loved his girls Briley and Kinley more than life itself. He worked tirelessly to make sure his girls knew love and they were the most important part of his life. Although Bethany and Ryan parted ways, Ryan recently found a new wonderful lady Sarah that brought a smile back to Ryan’s face and love back to his heart. Their love for each other grew fast and was built for a lifetime, but sometimes God has other plans. Ryan lived life full throttle, one lap at a time. May we all know the freedom he felt running a final fast lap!
Ryan is survived by his girls, Briley and Kinley; mother J’nine; father Rick; brother Jesse and his children Paisley and Langston; sister Hope, grandma and grandpa Carol and Melvin Dittus; along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Ryan was preceded in death by his brother Bradley, grandma Susie and grandpa Lawren “Frosty.”
Family will receive friends on Thursday, June 17, 2021 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 18, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Grace Bible Church. Interment will follow in the Custer County Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevnesonandsons.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ryan’s name at Stockman Bank for his daughters.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Thursday June 17, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Memorial Service
1:00 PM
Friday June 18, 2021
Grace Bible Church
3505 Stower Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
After Memorial Service
Friday June 18, 2021
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Thursday June 17, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Memorial Service
1:00 PM
Friday June 18, 2021
Grace Bible Church
3505 Stower Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
After Memorial Service
Friday June 18, 2021
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Lori clark says
This just seems so unreal. Ryan you were such an amazing, caring man and father. We all will miss you hear on earth. Prayers to the family.
Ron and Connie Watts says
Our hearts are breaking. This is so unreal. 💔 Many prayers for Ryan’s family. God bless you all.
Joe Ferris says
Carol ,Rick, and family I’m so very sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa & Robert Legare says
J’nine and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Valerie Schwindt says
I am so very sorry for your loss. Words can not express what I want to say. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Vikki Bradley says
Dittus Family, I am so sorry for your loss, Ryan was such a awesome young man and taught many young boys and adults how to ride. Ryan was such a great father to his girls and they were the light of his life. He will be greatly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Jean Jones says
My heart is breaking for you all. My thoughts are with you.
Jean Jones
family of Zack Smith says
A punch in the stomach to hear of the loss of your beloved son. We are so very horrified and sad and intimately know the depth of pain you are in now and forever. Our Deepest sympathy.
Carol Bean says
J’nine, Rick, Bubba, and Hopey. This is still so unbelievable…a big brother to my girls. Our family’s hearts are breakling along side of yours. You should be so proud of the kind and respectable man you raised. He was a gentle soul, and wonderful son, father, and friend to many. Love and prayers to all of you!
JR, Carol, Brianna, & Ashley Bean
Jeanne Vetch says
I am so sorry for your loss. Ryan did some carpentry work for me and impressed me with his wonderful attitude as well as his work ethic. My sympathy to his entire family.
Deeon Bickle says
So sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Jason brink says
My condolences to all this is deviateing Ryan and I kinda grew up together hangin out with him was a true blessing
Heather Dahl says
Janine, and family, my deepest condolences. It is so surreal. All my love and prayers to you all!
Tim and Kim Wold says
J’Nine, Rick and family , we are holding all of you in our thoughts and prayers. May the life, love, and memories of Ryan be ever cherished in your hearts. May our Lord shelter all of you in His care and eventually bring you His peace. We send our love and hugs across the miles.
Love,
Tim & Kim Wold
Darbie Karch and family says
To the Dittus family: keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Heaven gained another special angel. Hold onto all your special memories.
Darbie Karch and family says
Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May your memories and God’s love guide u all . Heaven gained another special angel.
Sharon Volkman says
For the Dittus family I am so very sorry for your loss of an amazing person. The many good memories will stay with you.
Sharon Martin says
I don’t even know u I’m Donnie Martin mom n Val my prayers r with the family so sorry for yr lose I know the feeling I lost my oldest son don older brother 6 yrs sho and it hard I miss him so much my prayers r with u all 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Tom & Kathy Strub says
Dittus family I have been trying to think of the words to help ease a small amount of your pain. Ryan was a light, a smile, comfort, and a true true friend to his buddies. He touched many lives and I hope the Lords touch will ease some of your pain. Our prayers are with you all.
Raylynn Sleight says
Ryan was a fantastic example of being a present parent. There was no doubt he loved his girls. His legacy lives on in his two beautiful daughters and they’re off to conquer the world. Sending my love and condolences to all who loved Ryan and are working through their grief at this time.
Brett & Shauna Johnson says
Dittus Family – I am so sorry for your loss. I have no words, and just not able to comprehend this. He raced with Brett back in the day, and him and all of his family was always so kind, and caring to other. He was an amazing rider, and was fun to be around. Prayers for all of you in the coming days, weeks, months, and years. Please reach out if you need anything
Denise Harvey says
My heart breaks for all of you. Prayers for all who love Ryan and will miss him desperately. You will all have a fierce guardian angel riding his bike in heaven and watching over you always.
Ken Kellum & Shannon Hartman says
To the Dittus Family.
We are sending our deepest sympathy to all of you today, to let you know we are thinking of you during this time.
May God bless each and everyone of you ❤️.
Ken Kellum & Shannon Hartman
Karina Lahue says
May Ryan’s smile warm your hearts and heal your tears. May God comfort you all during this time. Many thoughts and prayers!
Karina Meidinger-Lahue
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
To all the Dittus family-
I am so very sorry for your great loss. May you find comfort in your memories and stories. You have a lot of people to lean on when you need to.
My sincere sympathy, Dolores Willson
sandra stoltz says
To the Dittus family – we are so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express our sincere sympathy for you all. Remember all your happy memories of Ryan; he will always remain in your hearts. Our prayers are with you all.
Sandy & Jim Stoltz
Lourdes Reynolds says
😭🙏🏼❤️
Tammy Holmes says
Oh Ryan. Gone too soon. Some good memories fishing with you and Bubba. God speed my friend. All my love, thoughts and prayers to this amazing family.
Stephanie mazzuca says
J’nine and family i am so sorry about Ryan I love you and keeping you in my prayers and thoughts
Judy Sprandel says
J nine and family, May God surround you during this tragic and difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Judy and Ray Sprandel
Kay (Chapweske) Trail says
I’m so very sorry! ❤️
Paula Hanson says
I am so very sorry for your loss. I am heartbroken for each and everyone close to Ryan. Sadley reading thru all the kind words I’m so sorry I didn’t get a chance to know him! May you find comfort in knowing you raised such a wonderful son and loving dad and brother. Keep his pictures near and all the precious moments to memories as they will carry those thru each day!
Jnine I am praying and you are in my thoughts. I’m so sorry very sorry. I love you all much! Your cousin Paula Hanson and your uncle Bill Stuart along with all our Stuart families. Gods grace 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Audrey and Greg says
Hugs and prayers are with you all. So sad our hearts break for yous . The loss of a child is forever heartbreaking. May God wrap you in his arms and keep you strong. 🙏 🙏
Carolyn Kimball says
The loss of a child is excruciatingly painful. Look for comfort knowing how many knew and loved your son Ryan. You raised a wonderful young man!
Danny Pratt says
Sad to hear the news of Ryans passing. I was around Ryan in grade school appreciated the time in the classroom and around the neighborhood. I’m glad to hear of all the happy memories you all shared and will keep you all, especially his girls, in my prayers. I hope you all find Gods peace and comfort.
Sherry Stoltz says
No words can help your pain❤️😢Ryan was an amazing young man. J nine, Rick, Jesse, Hope and his beautiful daughters….I am so sorry for the loss of Ryan. It is the most heartbreaking thing that no family should ever have to go through ❤️🙏❤️😢
Rachel Gundlach says
Neenie and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss and sending you virtual hugs!
Doug & Donna Rowe says
Oh that we had the right words to bring you comfort! We are praying, and knowing, that God will hold you in His arms during this time!
Ryan was so special to us! We loved following his racing from such a young age…Thank you for sharing him with us!
Know that we are here…caring for, and loving you!
May God bless you with peace, knowing that Bradman and Ryan are enjoying a wonderful reunion! ❤️
Ern,Esther Nelson says
was so sad to read about Ryan! You all
Are in our thoughts and prayers.
May God be with you and give you
comfort . Our deepest sympathy and love.
Ern&Esther
Kim Stanton says
Dear family,
I am so very sad and shocked to see that Ryan has passed. I have the fondest memories of him as a little guy at Highland Park—his cute little smile, blonde hair and beautiful blue eyes! He was such a pleasant and sweet student to work with. Our entire family is sending prayers of support, peace, and healing for you all. An outpouring of love from so many is heading your way today and in the coming days.
With deepest sympathy,
Kim Stanton and family
Jan Munroe says
I have been struggling with how to express my feelings over the loss of Ryan. He was such a kind, gentle, generous young man. This was his nature but also a product of the loving environment in which he was raised. He was so wonderful with Hope and the boys and then later with his own girls and foster children. I can’t imagine the loss you are all going through. Know that you have my prayers, love, and help in the coming days. This is just heartbreaking for all, and we share your grief. Jan
Tyler Gress & Rhonda(Gress) Weber says
So sorry to hear of the loss of Ryan. Tyler has many good memories of racing with him so long ago. He was a remarkable young man and we were very blessed to have known him. May the love of family and friends bring you comfort during these difficult days and always. You are in our prayers.
Diana Unghire says
We are so very sorry for your loss. Ryan was an extremely important part of our Family and will be sorely missed by all of us. We loved him so very very much. His sweet smile and kindness touched all our hearts. We are praying for our sweet little girls and all he left behind. May God wrap his arms around you.
Sincerely,
Al and Diana Unghire
And the entire Bielen Family
Brad and Sherri Henderson says
Holding you all in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss and the world’s loss of such a nice young man!
Wendy Warren says
HUGE hugs to the family in this tragic loss of a super cool fun loving man. Prayers for you all daily.
Kurt and Diane Holland says
With deep heartfelt sympathy our thoughts and prayers go out to all the Dittus Family and friends for their loss. Besides getting to know Ryan in the past, we feel especially blessed to have had the time to visit with him this past Friday and Saturday. There are not words to express how heartbreaking this is, know that you we are here if you need us. God bless you all!
LaRae Tangen says
My heart just breaks for your family facing the loss of another child, brother and young father. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Darcy Boggs says
Hugs to all of you. Heartbreaking and shocking news. Thinking of all of you.
Carrie Beach says
J’Nine, thinking of you and your beautiful family.
Cindy and Dale Berg says
Dittus family,
So, so sorry to hear about Ryan. Prayers of comfort to you all.
Leslie L Church says
To The Dittus Family,
So very sorry about Ryan, Our Prayers go out to the whole family.