Honoring Ryan Plowman with Ride4Ryan: A Legacy of Generosity and Cycling
At Apple Chevrolet, we strive to foster a sense of family within our dealership and our community. Tragically, on November 5, 2022, we lost a beloved member of our extended Apple family. Ryan Plowman, just 17 years old, passed away after battling mono complicated by Crohn’s disease. Ryan was the cherished son of Dan and Jen Plowman and a devoted brother to Drew Plowman.
Ryan’s life was a testament to kindness and selflessness. Whether he was volunteering at the local soccer club, supporting his friends, helping at school, or mowing lawns for elderly neighbors, Ryan consistently gave back to his community. His generous spirit left an indelible mark on all who knew him.
Shortly after Ryan’s passing, one of our technicians, Mike Morenic, sought a way to honor Ryan’s legacy. Knowing Ryan’s passion for cycling and the countless mountain bike adventures he shared with his dad, Mike proposed the idea of Ride4Ryan. This initiative focuses on collecting new bikes to be donated at our annual Toys for Tots event. Sharing Ryan’s love of cycling by providing bikes to children in need is a cause we believe Ryan would have wholeheartedly embraced.
Continuing the Ride4Ryan Tradition
This year marks the third annual Ride4Ryan, and we are proud to carry on this heartfelt tradition during our Toys for Tots Toy Drive. Dan Plowman and our dedicated team at Apple Chevrolet have collected, assembled, and donated nearly 300 bikes to date. Each donation brings us one step closer to keeping Ryan’s memory alive and spreading joy to children in need during the holidays.
We remain committed to continuing Ryan’s legacy for years to come. Together, we can honor Ryan’s generous spirit and love for helping others. #Ride4Ryan #4RyansGoal
Join Us for Apple Chevrolet’s Annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive
The holiday season is here, and that means it’s time for Apple Chevrolet’s annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive! As Chicagoland’s largest single-point drop-off location for Toys for Tots, we are excited to bring holiday cheer to children in need.
Join us on Saturday, December 14th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., for the Toys for Tots Toy Drive Party and 2025 Chevy Trax Drawing, with special guest- WGN Radio’s Bob Sirott, at our Tinley Park Chevy dealership. From now until December 14th, we are collecting toys to support the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. Every donation helps bring a message of hope and joy to children who deserve it most.
For questions or additional ways to help, please call us at (708) 336-3167. Together, we can make a difference this holiday season while honoring Ryan’s incredible legacy.
