Leo Ryan

Leo Joseph Ryan Jr. (May 5, 1925 – November 18, 1978) was an American teacher and politician. He was a member of the Democratic Party. He was the U.S. Representative from California's 11th congressional district from 1973 until his assassination as one of the victims of the Jonestown massacre in 1978.

Leo Ryan
Ryan c. 1977–1978
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California's 11th district
In office January 3, 1973 – November 18, 1978
Preceded by	Pete McCloskey
Succeeded by	William Royer
Member of the California State Assembly from the 27th district
In office 1962–1972
Preceded by	Glenn E. Coolidge
Succeeded by	Lou Papan
Mayor of South San Francisco, California
Personal details
Born	Leo Joseph Ryan Jr. (1925-05-05)May 5, 1925 Lincoln, Nebraska, US
Died	November 18, 1978(1978-11-18) (aged 53) Port Kaituma, Guyana
Cause of death	Gunshot wounds
Resting place	Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, California
Political party	Democratic
Children	5
Alma mater	Bates College (V-12) Creighton University (B.A.)(M.S.)
Occupation	Politician
Military service
Allegiance	United States
Branch/service	United States Navy
Years of service	1943–1946

Death

On November 18, 1978, Ryan was shot to death by members of Peoples Temple in the Cessna aircraft during Jonestown ambush. He was 53 years old.

Other websites

• JoinCalifornia, Election History for the State of California
• Congressman Leo J Ryan Memorial Page, hosted by Arnaldo Lerma
• Leo J Ryan Memorial park in Foster City, California