Gertrude Ryan Obituary

RYAN, Gertrude M. (Rooney) Of Dedham Dec. 14, loving mother of Joseph M. Ryan & his wife Elizabeth of St. Charles, IL Michael P. Ryan & his wife Lisa of Glenside, PA, Kathleen A. Handley & her husband Edmond of Chesapeake, VA, Maureen M. Grier & her husband Douglas of Dedham. Sister of Jack Rooney, Geraldine Pacheco & Dorothy Packard all of Dedham and the late Joseph Rooney. Also survived by 10 grandchildren & 2 great grandchildren. Funeral from the George F. Doherty & Sons, Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home, 456 High St., DEDHAM Wednesday at 8 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church Dedham at 9 AM. Relatives & friends kindely invited. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8. Interment Brookdale Cemetery, Dedham. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Gertrude's memory to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 101 A. First Ave., Ste. 6, Waltham MA 02451. Late retired telephone operator from Latham Ansewing Service of Dedham. For directions and guestbook www.gfdoherty.com. George F. Doherty & sons Dedham 781-326-0500

Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 15 to Dec. 16, 2008.
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I worked with Gert at Lathums back in the mid 1990s. She was such a wonderful woman. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Her children were her pride and joy and she always spoke highly of all of you. I hope that brings you some comfort in the days ahead.

Leah Fossella-Hawkins (f/k/a Bravoco)

December 16, 2008

Dear Geri,

sorry to learn of the passing of your
sister, Gert...God Bless Her..

Sally Crowley

December 16, 2008

Geri and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. If there is anything you need please let me know. Again sorry for your loss.

Bobby Lyon

December 15, 2008

Kathy, my dear oldest friend, Michael, Joe and Maureen-and your families-you are all in my heart this day and hope comforted in each other's kinship and love. God bless Gertrude and may each of you find peace this week as you say goodbye to a stronghhold and loving presence in your life that will be missed by all. My prayers are with you.

Dianne (Barter) Robichaud

December 15, 2008

Rest in Peace, Ma.

Kathleen Handley

December 15, 2008

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