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Doris Ryan Obituary

RYAN, Doris T. (Bellenoit) Age 80, of Braintree, formerly of Quincy, died at home peacefully, Thursday, November 13, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Gerald J. Ryan, Sr. Devoted mother of Margaret A. "Peggy" Orlando and her husband Thomas of Quincy, Gerald J. Ryan, Jr. and his wife Joan of Quincy, Kevin P. Ryan and his wife Patricia of Weymouth, Karen R. Kane and her husband Timothy of Norwell, Kathleen A. Ryan of Provincetown, Richard P. Ryan and his wife Michele of Weston, Timothy J. Ryan of Quincy, Sharon T. Ryan of Baltimore, MD, the late Paul Ryan and the late Mary Ryan. Loving grandmother of Matthew Orlando, Gregory Orlando, Amy Orlando, Stephen Ryan and his fiancée Marissa, Michael Ryan, Kaitlin Ryan, Kevin Ryan and his wife Verena, Jamie Ryan, Ryan Kane, Conor Kane, Quinn Kane, Kaila Ryan and Brianna Ryan. Loving great grandmother of Keegan Ryan and Hayden Ryan. Daughter of the late Raoul C. & Viola C. (Blouin) Bellenoit. Sister of Paulette A. Maskell and her husband Howard of Weymouth, Annette C. Crowley of Weymouth, the late Ralph A. Bellenoit and his wife Joan Pelletier of Quincy. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and close friends. Funeral from the Sweeney Brothers Home for Funerals, 1 Independence Avenue, QUINCY, Monday, November 17 at 10AM. Funeral Mass in Saint John the Baptist Church, 44 School Street, Quincy at 11 o'clock. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday 2 - 6 PM. Interment Saint Mary's Cemetery, West Quincy. For those who wish, donations in Mrs. Ryan's memory may be made to Brigham & Women's Hospital Advanced Heart Research and Education Fund, Attn: Michael M. Givertz, M.D., Brigham & Women's Hospital Cardiovascular Division, 75 Francis St, Administration A Building 3rd Flr, Boston MA 02115

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2008.

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Bill Armstrong

November 26, 2008

Sorry for your loss..
Ann & William Armstrong

Carolyn Ryan

November 17, 2008

Aunt Doris was very special: full of warmth, curiosity, caring, and energy for life. She had a twinkle in her eye and a playful humor, which made her delightful to talk to. When she spoke to you, you immediately sensed her open-heartedness and authentic interest in your life. I will miss her very much, and feel lucky to have had her in my life.
The gift she leaves behind, it seems, is the family she and Uncle Gerald raised. My thoughts are with Doris and Gerald's children, my cousins, who have clearly inherited their parents’ capacity for kindness and caring, humor and grace.

My condolences to them, and to the rest of Doris’s loving family.

Para Jayasinghe

November 17, 2008

My deepest sympathies and paryers are with the Ryan Family

Elaine Fitzpatrick

November 16, 2008

To Rick & Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Tom & Elaine Fitzpatrick

Chris Ryan

November 16, 2008

To the Ryan Family.Your Mom was truly the salt of the earth.She was very kind,considerate and was sincerely interested in other people's lifes.I will really miss her.

Amy Orlando

November 16, 2008

Hey Gram,
I miss you so much already but I will never forget the years of amazing memories that we had together! You are the strongest person I know and I find comfort in knowing that you can rest now and watch over us.
Love you,
Amy

Joan Grela

November 15, 2008

Although I never had the opportunity to meet Doris, Marissa has told me about her extraordinary personality, her sense of humor and most of all the love and respect that she enjoyed from her family. I hope that your special memories will give each of you some comfort at this difficult time. Our family's thoughts are with you.

Kaila and Brianna Ryan

November 15, 2008

Dear Grandma,
We really miss you, but take reassurance in the fact that you are more comfortable up in heaven. We realize that you are with Papa, Mary, and Paul and that they are a very important part of your heart.
Love Always, Brianna and Kaila

m conley

November 15, 2008

With my deepest sympathy to the Ryan Family, Mrs. Ryan leaves a great legacy.
Maureen Conley

Peggy Orlando

November 15, 2008

We all love and miss you, Mom. You are my inspiration. I am so proud of you for letting us all share your last days together. Keep watching over us and guiding us with Dad. Thanks for creating in us a family bond that will never end. Godspeed.
Love, Peg

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