He served as a Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives.

[4][5] Ryan was born in Dania Beach, Florida.

He attended South Broward High School and the University of Florida.

[1] In 1956,[1] Ryan was elected to the Florida House of Representatives, serving until 1962.

[3] In the same year, he was elected to represent the 30th district of the Florida Senate, serving until 1967.