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RYAN MCGRATH Obituary

McGRATH, Ryan M. Beloved son of Mimi and Tod McGrath, passed away on July 3, 2018 at the age of 29. Ryan leaves behind his beloved brother Mike who he was so proud of, and Mike's girlfriend Lesley Johnson who he admired greatly. He also leaves behind 18 aunts and uncles, 25 cousins, 9 great aunts and uncles, a maternal grandmother, and his paternal grandfather who he so loved to spend time with watching sports and talking politics.

Ryan was strong, kind, polite, generous, and engaging. He was a thinker who had a wonderfully clever sense of humor and a keen memory that his mother always relied on. Ryan was a peacemaker; he was always interested in what others had to say, took care to see that others were comfortable, and helped those who he thought were being discriminated against. Ryan loved playing basketball, playing the guitar, watching our Boston sports teams, and listening to music, particularly classic hip-hop. He was proud of his dual careers in commercial real estate and national and international event promotion for classic hip-hop artists. Ryan was a loyal friend to his friends from Hingham and Manhattan College, and his colleagues from MIT. Most importantly, Ryan would always tell us that he loved us, and he was openly thankful for all he felt he was blessed with. His love for spending time with his big extended family and the love he had for his dogs graced us all. Ryan, you are loved by everyone you loved and will be forever missed. You've made us so proud to have you as our son and brother. Until we meet up again, there is comfort to know that you'll be resting in God's peace. Love you Rhino.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday in Church of the Resurrection, Hingham at 10 AM. Burial in St. Paul's Cemetery, Hingham. See www.Keohane.com or call 1-800-Keohane for directions and online condolences.

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 6 to Jul. 8, 2018.

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Aunt Brenda

June 30, 2024

RIP Ryan and Drew! We miss and love you both!

Sarajane Eversley

July 1, 2019

Dearest Ryan, purest soul - truly missed each and everyday. I will never forget your way of calling me Sadie aww I miss you more. Your Sadie (Sarajane) xxx

Sarah Eversley

July 1, 2019

It is still so raw and upsetting. It is very hard to accept a wonderfully spirited human being Ryan is no longer with us. I send prayers to Ryans parents. Ryan will never be forgotton, he was blessed with the attributes of a pure soul that was far reaching. He was purest person ever. I miss him so dearly. God bless always Ry. With infinite Love, Sarah xx

Pat Taylor

June 30, 2019

Our family was remembering Ryan just last night he is still in our hearts in and our memory I pray that God is blessing and easing your pain while I'm losing them but he's a bright and shining star above looking down upon you God bless you and keep you

Marion Cunningham

July 17, 2018

Dear Tod, Mimi, and Mike

I was so sorry to hear about the death of your son and brother. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I am sure you will carry him in your heart.

Liz Bailey

July 14, 2018

Dear Mimi and Todd. I just heard about your son through a neighbor of yours. I'm so sorry. What an incredible loss. My thoughts are with you. Liz (Nandi's mom)

July 13, 2018

Mimi, Todd & Mike, Please know that our hearts and thoughts are with you and your family. Sending you love and healing, Dan and Sheila Dahlgren

Candy Rosen

July 13, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss .My son was a friend of beloved Ryan and he is heartbroken for all of you ...Your family will be in my prayers .God Bless

Lisa and Jeff Thoma

July 13, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Tod, Mimi, Mike, extended family and friends. Anyone who met Ryan walked away knowing they had just been in the company of a very special person. He had a way of making people feel happy and special themselves. I know that's how I felt the first time I met him. Everyone you touched, Ryan, is a better person for having known you. Thank you for sharing your authentic self with us while here on earth. We pray it will provide comfort to your family and friends to know you will continue to be with them as you shine your love and light upon them from heaven.

wendy warring

July 12, 2018

Todd and Mimi, some folks at MassHousing forwarded this to me. I'm so sorry for your loss, which is heartbreaking. Ryan looked so much like Todd, from the picture included in the obit. Of course, it is far better for our children to outlive us and carry our presence forward, not the other way around. I hope your family and friends are able to provide comfort, that you will relish the memories you have of Ryan, and that you are both otherwise healthy and well. With sincerest condolences, Wendy Warring/ Troy Brennan

July 12, 2018

Words seem in adequate to express the sadness we feel at the loss of you son Ryan. Our hearts go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow. Maureen Carter Dover Ma

Joseph Fisher

July 12, 2018

Mimi and Tod,

Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Ryan. I mourn with you for the loss of your son.

July 12, 2018

Mimi, Tod,and Mike,
It broke our hearts to hear Ryan is gone. Ryan was a bright light and I know how proud you were of him and of the joy he brought you all at the best of times. He always impressed me as a thoughtful person, a caring son, and a close brother. Our thoughts are with you as you endure this painful loss.

Jane and Joe Freeman

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July 11, 2018

Tod & Mimi,
I was saddened to hear of your loss. I can't imagine how hard this is for both of you - but my thoughts and prayers are with you.

This is so sad.

Mike McGinnis

July 10, 2018

Dear Mimi and Tod.

I am so sorry to hear about your loss - there are no words. I would like to make a donation in Ryan's name so please let me know me know what organization/charity he supported. It seems like just yesterday you were staying in my apartment on Marlborough Street and you had Ryan. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Karen Wilbrecht

Christopher Pine

July 10, 2018

I am Very sorry for your loss may God be with your family in this time of sorrow deepest condolences

July 10, 2018

Dear Mimi and Tod,

Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your son, Ryan. We grieve for you and for your loss.

Christine and Michael Puzo

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July 9, 2018

Mimi and Tod,
Just heard of your loss. Mary and I are so sorry for your family. Please know that you are in our prayers.
Mary Hull & Mark Baranski

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Sara Jane Eversley

July 7, 2018

Ry I miss you praying for you and Family.
Rest in Peace my Love.
Thank you for reaching out to me when I suffered loss of my Father in 2016.
Deepest sympathies for Family.
God bless.

Sara Jane Eversley

July 7, 2018

Ryan was a very good friend to me. He was 1 in a million reaching out when I suffered great loss in 2016. I am choked up to hear this - I am all the way in London England. I send my deepest condolences and sympathy to Ry Mom

Pat Taylor

July 7, 2018

To the family my deepest condolences I am so sorry for your loss.l just learned of it. Wish I could be there. Give my love to Mike. CJ grandmother Pat Taylor

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

July 7, 2018

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any mans death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

Brenda Salazar-Mitchell

July 7, 2018

Mimi and Tod, I am so very very sorry for your loss of Ryan. I can not imagine the grief you are experiencing. It is such a tremendous shock to me and to Drew and Bryce. They truly loved Ryan and both have touched base with him in recent times. Drew just a couple months ago. I really wish we were closer to you so we could reach out during this time. Please know we are thinking of you and praying for you and Ryan. Love Brenda, Bryce and Drew

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