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PATRICK RYAN Memoriam

In Loving Memory of PATRICK J. RYAN who passed away February 13, 2013.

Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Feb. 13, 2014.
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Dear Pats Family,

From Viña del Mar we always remember Patrick and his big heart to support and guide us during our 2 years tour in California. He will be in our memories for ever. His tour in Chile in the 70s was a great example of commitment and love to the fatherland. Please, receive our warmest regards from Rosie & Arturo Fuenzalida

Arturo Fuenzalida

Friend

February 16, 2020

I miss my friend, Pat! He was a great Marine and a faithful mentor. He headed my only ground patrol in Vietnam, as I was in the Wing, and upon our return to San Diego we shared our mutual membership in the California Bar. He was a great lawyer and an advisor to me for a very important application, and we shared leadership duties at different times for the MCRD Historical Foundation. He made his mark and will not be forgotten. Warmest regards, Judge Vic Bianchini

Vic Bianchini

Friend

February 16, 2019

I had the priviledge to have worked for Coronel Patrick Ryan during his tour in Chile. I was the Secretary-Interpreter for the US Naval Mission and left a good memory among the Officers and Personnel who met him. He helped me to advance in my career and I will never forget his great integrity and honor, but of course, he was a US Marine. Rest in Peace.

March 2, 2013

Pat stands tall as a Marine and leader from my first tour of duty as a Navy chaplain. He leveraged his strategic and tactical skills with confidence, yet was always good for a laugh. May his tribe increase.

Chuck Marvin, CAPT, CHC, USN (Ret)

March 1, 2013

I met him when I was a boy, in the 70' in Chile. He taught me how to dive and was one of the best friends of my Father (R.I.P.) and my whole family. We shared a lot of nice memories together, summer holydays in Zapallar and Cachagua, a lot of barbecues, interesting conversations and a couple of margaritas in his home in La Jolla.
From him, we learnt how an honorable man is, how we have to defend our values and stand for our principles.
Uncle Pat family, our deepest condolences, let the Lord have him in his kingdom. He is in a better place now.
Ignacio A. Martínez Bello

March 1, 2013

Lt.Col.Patrick Ryan was a noble marine who always will be remembered by his friednship and assistence to chilean marines.
God bless and rest in peace.
Ary Acuña Figueroa
Rear Admiral(RET)
C.G.Chilean Marine Corp

Ary Acuña

February 28, 2013

Dear Ryan Family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss, and also our loss. Receive our warmest condolences.
Pat & Ms. Ryan were a great support during our tour in California (90-92), our friends and Family. Many thanks for that.
Warmest personal regards,

Arturo & Rosie Fuenzalida
Rear Admiral (Ret) Chilean Marine Corps

Arturo Fuenzalida

February 28, 2013

To Patrick family
On behalf of our members, Legión de Infantería de Marina de Chile our sincere condolences. He was an Honorary member of our organization, and well known within the Marine Corps and among the Marines. I met him personally, and served with him during his staying in Chile
Hector Valdes, President

Hector Valdes

February 27, 2013

To the Ryan family: I am sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences. Pat was a true man of integrity and honor and was a pleasure to work with. My thoughts go out to you all.

Jim Whelpley

February 25, 2013

To the Ryan Family,
Pat was a great Marine and a good friend. May he rest in peace.
Jim Guerin, Col USMC (Ret)

Jim Guerin

February 25, 2013

LtCol Patrick Ryan was a true leader from the front and a man that understood the words honor, courage, and commitment. Thank you Pat for giving the men of the Force Recon Association inspirational leadership. You made an immeasurable impact on our young Marines and Sailors.
God bless and Semper FI,
Major Andy Christian

Andy Christian

February 24, 2013

Pat Ryan's new assignment: To help guard the streets of Heaven!
Rest in peace my friend.

Jess Wise

February 23, 2013

Colonel Ryan was a man of outstanding dedication and character. If this country only knew more of this man's personal history and record of achievements, the knowledge alone would serve as a model from which honor would be paid to the very values for which he sacrificed.

A man's man of an enduring fighting spirit for the cause of freedom, who had personally endured the vicious rigors of combat, he also suffered under the steady, transforming Hand of the Almighty, which fashioned him into an instrument of gentle loving kindness.

Rest now, valiant warrior. May we who remain be privileged to be remembered and missed as you will be.
Phyllis and William Lolli, TSGT USAF

William Lolli

February 22, 2013

Pat was the epitome of a United States Marine Officer! May he rest in peace with our other departed Marines whose formation awaits us.
Major General Tony Studds, USMC (Ret.)

February 22, 2013

Pat was truly a Marines' Marine. His legacy lives on in the Force Recon Association. Semper Fi my friend.

Jay Sullivan

February 22, 2013

God be with you, my friend!

Col. Jack Kelly

February 22, 2013

Dear Ryan Family:

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Pat was a great friend, a great Marine and a great lawyer. I value my friendship with him and with all of you. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I know as you cope with your grief you will be celebrating a life well lived.

Warmest personal regards,

Judge Vic Bianchini

Vic Bianchini

February 22, 2013

Colonel Pat Ryan was a mentor and outstanding
Marine.
From Miramar Chapter of MOAA
President DC Yorck USMC Ret

David Yorck

February 22, 2013

Pat, It is a true honor to have served with you at the MCRD Museum Historical Society! You set an example for leadership and service that truly inspired myself and others! Semper Fi Good Friend!
Allan

Allan Rappoport

February 22, 2013

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