Ryan Jay Oezer
July 19, 1977 – September 7, 2025
Ryan Jay Oezer, 48, of Whitewater, WI, unexpectedly passed away on September 7, 2025. He was born in Racine, WI, to Joel and Patsy Oezer. Ryan graduated from Horlick High School in Racine in 1995. He worked for Target for over 18 years before becoming co-owner of Reynolds Heating and Cooling, LLC, in 2020.
Ryan was a devoted foster and adoptive parent for more than 13 years through Walworth County DHHS and Milwaukee Children’s Services. He enjoyed spending time with his children, traveling, and attending events at the Jefferson County Speedway.
He is survived by his mother, Patsy (Trish) Oezer of Kissimmee, FL; his sister, Allison Oezer of Las Vegas, NV; his brother, Jordan (Mackenzie) Oezer of Madison, WI; and several nieces and nephews.
He is also survived by his former wife, Katie Reynolds of Whitewater, WI; his children, Carolina Oezer of Nashotah, WI, Leonid Oezer of Elkhorn, WI, Topanga Reynolds-Oezer of Whitewater, WI, Aiden Reynolds, Lawson Reynolds, Espyn Oezer, Isaiah Oezer, Anastasia Oezer, Anthony Oezer, and Antonia Oezer, all of Whitewater, WI; his three grandchildren; his significant other, Brenda Leader of West Allis, WI; and many other friends and relatives.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joel K. Oezer, and his niece, Taylor N. Oezer.
A memorial visitation will take place on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 841 Brewhouse in Whitewater, WI, from 4–6 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, an account has been established at First Citizens State Bank in Whitewater, WI, for “The Family of Ryan Oezer.”
