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Joseph Ryan VIRGINIA BEACH - Joseph Ryan, beloved husband of Lois, devoted father to Chris Dusch and Lori Shorr, and affectionate grandfather of Keri, Eliot, Kelsey, Sadie, Kevin and Jude passed at home Dec. 27, 2010 at the age of 78. Relatives, friends and neighbors will be received at the Ryan residence Thursday, Dec. 30, from 7 to 9 p.m. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cremate. org.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Dec. 29, 2010.

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December 24, 2011

Dear Lois and family,

As I prepare for Christmas you are in my thoughts and prayers......love you...Judi

carole and richard lauderbaugh

December 31, 2010

Dick and I send our love and know we are thinking about all of you in your time of sorrow.

December 30, 2010

Dear Lois - "my sister in my heart". Harry and I will never forget what you and Joe did for Manny - and when I finally arrived in Virginia and met the two of you - it was like coming home. You were so kind and loving to my sister and myselt. Over the last few years, speaking with you and occasionally with Joe - was just so special. We wanted to call you and Chris and Lori to pay our respects, but - with all your friends and neighbors coming to pay their respects - we will wait a day or two. You all have got to know that we are thinking of you and yours and send our love to you all. Your are in our prayers. Much love, Marcia and Harry.

December 30, 2010

Dear Lois,Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We share your grief. Tom and Nina Hitchcock

Judi Brdar

December 29, 2010

Dear Lois and family,

The loss of Joe is very sad for myself and my family.....he was more than a neighbor or a friend but indeed a part of our family....even though you have been away from Pittsburgh for many years, when we saw you or were together, it was as if time had not passed....the closeness that we shared as families would always be the same.........I have many fond memories of Joe but what I liked most about him was how welcome he always made you feel when you were in his home.....he was an uncomplicated man who was a good husband, father and grandfather......that makes him a man to be admired and an inspiration to his grandchildren......I know that your loss will be difficult but good memories will warm your hearts on trying days......my thoughts and prayers are with you....this is when I miss living a few doors away.....Love you.........Judi

December 29, 2010

Mrs. Ryan - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Becki (SVBGH).

Bob & Diane Sterling

December 29, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Bob and Barb Priggins

December 29, 2010

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

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