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Jessica
June 29, 2024
Hi Dad... Missing you a little extra lately. Special thanks to the people who left condolences since I've checked last. Especially my Stephanie.
Dad, I've been doing the best I can for Mom and all those people you always took care of, including myself. I hope you are enjoying building that home up there for yourself, Mom and everyone you love. Someday when it's finished, you'll be showing me around it all.
Until then, I remain your devoted silly little Jess.
Robert C. Ryan, Jr.
February 21, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Robert C. Ryan, Jr. - Former classmate of David at West Boylston High School Class ofv 1964
Jett
January 10, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Dave was such a great guy, I always enjoyed talking with him. Thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time.
Janie LaRochelle
January 8, 2020
Hi Cathy: So sorry for your loss...think of him often.. talk about him often..you will find comfort in your memories and will laugh a lot at all the things you haven't thought of in years.
I still blame Roger when I can't find stuff. You and the girls are in my prayers.
*Janie
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Stephanie Patrick (Upton)
January 8, 2020
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. So many great times spent with you all, memories I will have for ever. Your family is in my thoughts often and even more at this difficult time. Love you all! Love, Stephanie
January 5, 2020
Dear Cathy, so sorry to hear of Daves passing. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. Such a nice man. Ken and I have lots or great memories of you both. Sincerely, Anita and Ken
Sandra Legasey
January 4, 2020
Dave was always a quiet reserved guy with a dry sense of humor...kind and sweet...he and his family were all of the same mold.He was part of my life for 10 years as I was niece- in law and couldn't have been part of a better family.You will be missed...
David Buteau
January 4, 2020
Dave you were the best father in-law a guy could ever ask for. You were such a good man I am privileged to be married to your daughter Jessica. You will always be missed. Thank you for all the advice and guidance you've given me.
Beth Johnstone
January 3, 2020
To Dave's Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Dave from his years at Norton/Saint Gobain.
Kathyv Jolly
January 3, 2020
My condolences. To Catherine and the family.
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