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James Ryan Obituary
Mt. Morris: Sept. 28, 2007 at age 71. Predeceased by his wife Patricia in 1988. He is survived by his children: Margaret Ryan of Springwater, Anne Ryan of East Avon, Judith Ryan King, and Thomas (Lisa) Ryan of Geneseo; 9 grandchildren, one great-grandson; brother, Lawrence G. (Margaret) Ryan of Victor; sisters and brothers-in-law, Kathleen McKay, Margaret & Cameron Gilbert, William & Beverly McKay, Elizabeth & Leo Clam, Sheila & Robert Roney; many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call Tues. 4-8 PM at the JOHN W. MARTIN FUNERAL HOME, 37 Chapel St., (Rt. 408), Mt. Morris. Prayers will be said Wed. at 9 AM followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Patrick's Church at 9:30 am. Burial St. Patrick's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Mt. Morris Library Fund or a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be emailed to
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Betsy Coon
October 4, 2007
My thoughts are with you.
Jim & Linda Bryant
October 2, 2007
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Jim was a great friend and will be greatly missed.
mike nesbitt
October 2, 2007
so sorry Anne about your Dad. I know how hard it is. I will always rember having his chili at the Making Strides. He was the kind of man you could make instant friends with. Keep the memories, they will last forever.
Anne Jones
October 2, 2007
Dear Jims family, You Dad truly touched my life with his kindness. I bought a truck from your Dad many years back, right after your Mom passed away. We became like family to him, and grew to love him.May your memories of him console you at this time.
Douglas Scarson
October 2, 2007
Dear Ryan Family;
Your Dad was a great man, neighbor and friend. We will miss his smile, laughter and friendship.
Scarson Family
Colleen Crocetti(Kretchmer)
October 2, 2007
Dear Jim's family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Growing up, our families did have so many good times. Although I had not seen your Dad(my godfather) in some time, I have thought of him often. My prayers go out to you all.
Don &Derena Turner
October 1, 2007
Jim,The memories are great. We'll miss you.
Janet Estruch Wilkerson
October 1, 2007
Dear Anne, Margaret, Judy, and Tommy,
I am so sorry to hear the death of your dad I can still see his smile and saying how you doing today Janet, and I would answer ok Mr. Ryan.
I have to work Tuesday night or I would come out.
Take care and God Bless.
With sincere sympathy,
Janet Estruch Wilkerson
Rick Hallinen
September 30, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Ryan family. You were all a huge part of my family growing up and I charish the memories.
mary turner martin
September 30, 2007
My thoughts & prayers are with Jim's children and brother Gerry at this time. Jim was a great guy and I have many happy memories of fun times with him.
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