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Kevin Christopher Ryan
Resident of Monte Sereno
K.C. Ryan, dearest son, beloved brother, cherished uncle and devoted friend, was called home to God on August 16th, 2010.
K.C. was born in Albany, N.Y., on July 8, 1962, the eldest of Nancy and Kevin Ryan's five children. He graduated from Saratoga High in 1980 and earned a B.S. from the University of Notre Dame in 1984. He spent his career in the pharmaceutical and vision care industries, most recently in sales for Addition Technology.
A published cartoonist, avid comic collector, Toastmaster Club President, active Rotary and Lions' Club member, Knight of Columbus, and dedicated Cubs fan, K.C.'s eclectic interests reflect his varied passions and caring soul. His devout Catholic faith granted him serenity in the face of aggressive cancer. This grace enabled him to enjoy and create wonderful moments with those he loved until his last day.
Survived by his parents, Nancy and Kevin Ryan; brothers Chris Ryan (Roberta) and Sean Ryan (Lisa); sisters Erin Ryan Deehan (Bill) and Shannon Ryan McIlvain (Ben) and fifteen nieces and nephews.
Rosary 7pm 8/22 with visitation through 9pm at Darling Fischer Los Gatos. Funeral mass at 11:00 am on August 21st at St. Mary's of the Immaculate Conception, Los Gatos.
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Liam D. Ryan
January 6, 2025
God be with you, beloved uncle and friend.
John Phelan
August 31, 2010
Deepest sympathy and sorrow on KC's passing. I lost touch with KC after he moved from Buffalo, but re-contacted him only this year. His online postings about his life were remarkable for the candor, forthrightness, and lack of rancor. I remember while the Ryans lived in Williamsville,NY, KC once chalked an entire Wembly Bemus comic strip (in multicolored chalk, no less) on my family's driveway! Rest in peace, KC. Condolences to the Ryan family.
Sincerely,
John Phelan, Rochester, NY
Carrie Petersen
August 24, 2010
So sorry to hear of KC's passing. I went to prom with KC at Saratoga in 1980. I pray that God will watch over you and your family, comforting you in your grief and giving you assurance that He has him in His loving arms. ~Carrie Parrish Petersen
Susan (Odland) Lintonsmith
August 22, 2010
Dear Ryan Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I met KC my first week at Notre Dame when we worked together in the snack shop at Flanner Hall. KC was very kind and I enjoyed his humor. Please accept my most sincere sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Zeitz
August 22, 2010
My deepest sympathy on KC's passing. KC was such a terrific friend and we shared so many good times together with our Quest friends here in Buffalo and also when we would go off on some adventure to local points of interest. I will always remember the good times that I had with KC.
Randy Schmidt
August 22, 2010
I think I was one of the first friends that KC made when he moved to Saratoga. We double-dated together to the Senior Prom. I remember his cartoon artwork and his ambition to operate his own pharmacy...which sounded so adult coming from a high school student! I reconnected with him a few times over the years via e-mail, though I hadn't seen him since high school and I did not know of his illness. I remember his smile well.
August 21, 2010
Dear Ryan Family,
Thinking and praying for you all during this difficult time. KC was a true friend and everyone in QUEST enjoyed his company and zest for life. So many great times-- he was on the Leadership team and served as our Communications liason and also ran the Dining Out Club. May God hold you in His arms and heal the sorrow that you feel.
Anthony & Donna (Schlosser) Kolody (Buffalo, NY)
Rex Joyner
August 21, 2010
KC and I went to Notre Dame together, and we shared an interest in comics and gaming. When I made a pilgrimage to California in 1991 to attend the San Diego ComiCon, I spent the first part of the week at KC's place in Roseville, played tourist in San Francisco, and then drove down to San Diego by way of LA. It was one of the best weeks of my life.
I count KC as one of the best friends I've ever had. It's hard to type this through the tears.
Kevin Ruf
August 21, 2010
KC was a wonderful guy when I knew him at Saratoga High. Creative, thoughtful, super smart. I was not aware he was sick and just read some of his courageous blog posts; knowing he had incurable cancer and not a word of regret. I know he's in a better place (as he did). God bless him, his family and his friends.
Deb & Sami Buglewicz
August 20, 2010
Praying for God's loving comfort during this most difficult time. Based on all the stories we have heard, KC must have felt very blessed to be a part of the Ryan family. God bless all of you.
Maria (Hejna) Garrity
August 20, 2010
Dear Nancy and Kevin,
Your son KC will be well missed. I remember him as an active member of the "QUEST" Catholic fellowship group. KC always had a great sense of humor and a kind heart. May God's Peace be with you and the entire family during this sad time. With my deepest sympathy,
Gary Kinsel
August 20, 2010
On behalf of all of us who were lucky enough to know K.C. and share time with him through our service in QUEST back in Buffalo, our most heartfelt sympathy for your family. We on the leadership team will remember and miss his wit and witicism. Personally, his love of his Alma Mater Notre Dame made me an even bigger fan. I only wish he could have witnessed a few more wins. Now he can put in a direct request for the team! You remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Peace, Love and Friendship
Fr. Patrick O'Keefe
August 19, 2010
My deepest sympathies to your family. I was friends with KC through Quest in the Diocese of Buffalo and had the honor of officiating at his wedding. Please know that you are in my prayers. Peace!
August 19, 2010
Dear Ryan Family,
We keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. The Elliott Family has treasured its long and wonderful relationship with the Ryan Family. We remember K.C.'s great sense of humor, many and diverse talents, artistic skills, passion for the Cubs (shared by our son, Tyler) and love of his family.
God's love and peace to each of you during this time. We hold you and KC in our hearts.
Love,
Trevor, Anne, Ryan and Tyler Goldfisher
Pegge Crisham
August 18, 2010
My prayers are with KC's family at this difficult time. May he rest in peace with God.
Jim Roberts
August 18, 2010
KC was a good friend. My deepest condolences and prayers for you at this time
Darling Fischer Chapel of the Hills
August 17, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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