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Elizabeth Ryan Obituary

Ryan, Elizabeth I. LATHAM Elizabeth I. (Murphy) Ryan, 66, of Latham, beloved wife of the late Patrick J. Ryan., died suddenly Saturday, July 19, 2008 at her home in Latham. Born in Cullen, County Cork Ireland, she was the daughter of the late Phillip and Mary (Keane) Murphy. She was a graduate of the National School Convent in Boher, County Cork, Ireland. Elizabeth came to the United States in 1960. She married her beloved husband Patrick J. Ryan and the two shared a blessed union for over 45 years until his passing January 9, 2008. She was a secretary, employed by JLT Services in Latham until retiring in 2007. Elizabeth was known for her sense of style and fashion. She was proud of her Irish heritage and formerly took Irish step dancing lessons. She also enjoyed gardening and taking care of her home in Latham. Survivors include her loving daughters, Kerry P. Ryan of Cohoes and Lisa A. (John) Usher of Delmar; her dear sister of one, Noreen Nixon of Cohoes; and brother, Gerry Murphy of Cork Ireland. She is also survived by several nieces and a nephew. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, July 24, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 498 Watervliet-Shaker Road, Latham. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home, 149 Old Loudon Rd., Latham on Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. Interment will be next to her husband in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. For directions, information or to light a memory candle for the family please visit: www.dufresneandcavanaugh.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Jul. 21, 2008.

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Sharon Hempstead

January 6, 2009

I just recently learned of Liz's passing and am deeply saddened. I worked with Liz at JLT and she was such an energetic woman full of life. She will be missed by many.

Kristen Sharum

July 25, 2008

To the Ryan Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Liz was the first person that I met at JLT and she made me feel right at home - always had a kind word and a sweet smile. She was a classy lady and I will always remember her in that regard. May God bless your family in this trying time.
a former JLT co-worker,

Lisa Hughes

July 25, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Liz was such a joy to work with. More so a wonderful friend. She was so full of happiness and always put a smile on your face. I will miss her dearly.

Beth Casse

July 23, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Melissa And Chris Usher

July 23, 2008

Lisa and Kerry, we are truly sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are here for you so please let us know if there is anything we can do.

Jan Bogdanowicz

July 23, 2008

To the Ryan girls, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was a wonderful person, so kind to everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. From a former JLT coworker,

Nancy Winters

July 22, 2008

It is still hard to believe you are gone. The 5 Nixon kids and 2 Ryan girls had the best times at 5 Glennon Rd!!! We have Uncle Paddy, Daddy and now you looking out for us in Heaven. No more sad eyes for you, you are with "yur man". Till we meet again, know that you will always be loved by all the Nixon kids-FOREVER !!! Sláinte

Eileen Walsh

July 22, 2008

It is still so hard to believe your gone. 5 Glennon Road will never be the same. I loved you so much and I know you had to go. You are free now and truly happy. I'll always keep you close in my heart and remember the last time I saw you in your finest and thought how beautiful you looked! I'll love you forever and know you will be looking out for all of us with Paddy Joe and my Dad at your side.

Eileen & Bob Collins

July 22, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Jerry Murphy

July 22, 2008

Dear Kerry and Lisa. Just to let you know we are thinking of you all at this sad time. Wish we could be there with you. Lots of love. Uncle Jerry, Breda, Annmarie, Kevin and families.

Cindy Fogarty

July 22, 2008

My thoughts are with you

Rebecca Sirigiano

July 21, 2008

To the Ryan Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Liz's passing. She truly was a wonderful lady. I worked with Liz at JLT and no matter what she always had something nice to say.

Maureen Ramundo

July 21, 2008

It is so hard to believe that you are gone from us forever. You were such a big part of all of our lives. I will never forget you and will always remember only the good times.

You are now back with the the two people who truly new how to take care of you, Uncle Pat and Daddy!

I truly did love you,

Tina Eckhardt

July 21, 2008

To the Ryan Family,
I wish I had the words to describe the incredible loss to this world with the passing of your mom. She truly was one of the most cheerful, classy and giving woman I have ever met in my life.

She was such a "refreshing" face with a welcoming personality while working with her at JLT. I hope the memories of the wonderful times shared in the past and the fact that she is with Paddy brings you strength at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Monica Morrell

July 21, 2008

Dear Ryan Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Liz will always be remembered in my heart and memories as one of the most caring, giving people I have had the pleasure of knowing. I am honored to call her my friend. She always had a smile and a kind word for all. I am sure she is dancing in heaven with her beloved husband. Prayers & strength to all of you.

Shayna and Jason Usher

July 21, 2008

Lisa and Kerry,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.

Darlene Deucker

July 21, 2008

TO THE FAMILY
I have a fond memory of Liz when
we went to NY City at Christmas time. We went to Radio City Hall
and had lunch together and had great time I love her very much and I worked with her and saw her every morning and I loved our conversations.
Darlene Deucker

Cathy Lawyer

July 21, 2008

Hi,

Your Mom was such a pleasure to work with at JLT. You are both in my purple thoughts and purple prays.

Dori Usher

July 21, 2008

Lisa and Kerry,
I want to express my deepest sympathy during this difficult time. My heart and prayers are with you both.

Marie Wertman

July 21, 2008

Kerry & Lisa,

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. You mom was one of the sweetest people I have known. We have missed her so much since she left JLT. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.

Jeanne Pinckney (Manss)

July 21, 2008

Kerry & Lisa,
So sorry to hear the passing of your mom. I have been her neighbor since a kid and she and her gardens will be sorely missed. She and your dad were so friendly and kind.
God Bless you and the rest of the family.

Brian Gillie

July 21, 2008

I am sorry to hear of Liz's passing & have fond memories of her friendship while working at Key Bank. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. She will truly be missed.

Kevin & Gina Burke

July 21, 2008

Kerry & Lisa
Your mom was a lovely lady who always had a smile. Now shes smiling down on you from above.
Our prayers are with you.

Rosie Brinson

July 21, 2008

To the Ryan Family,

I am sadden to hear of our loss. Liz made everyone feel like family. Her pleasant smile and daily kind words made it a pleasure to work at JLT. She will be missed.

Noel Nixon

July 21, 2008

It is hard to believe you are gone now. I will always remember how proud you were of your Cork roots. All those great words you taught us-gobshide, knacker, tinker, egiot and others. Thank you for being a part of my 42 years here on earth. You will now be re-united with "yur man" of 45 years Uncle Paddy. We all love you and will miss you.

Noel, Carolee, Liam and Caleigh

Patricia King

July 21, 2008

Lisa -

I was so sorry to hear the news about your mother. Although I had only met her a couple of times, I do remember her quick wit and smile. She made me laugh. You have our deepest sympathies.

Dainelle Belcastro

July 21, 2008

I am not there, I do not sleep, I am a thousand winds that blow; I am the diamond glints on the snow. I am the sunlight that ripened grain; I am the gentle autumn's rain. When you awaken in th morning hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quit birds in circle flight. I am the soft ster that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there. I did not die.
Irish blessing poem # 368

Megan O'Toole

July 21, 2008

Lisa, My heartfelt sympathies to you and your sister on the loss of your Mom. We shared many laughs while working together at JLT. And, I will always have fond memories of the trip to Ireland with the two of you.

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