Name: Visitation for NANCY E. RYAN
Start: 2015-01-16T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2015-01-17T00:00:00.000Z
Location: William W. Tripp Funeral Home - Pawtucket

RYAN, Nancy E. (Harte) 71, of Rumford, RI, passed away surrounded by her family on Tuesday, January 13, 2015, after a courageous 35 year battle with Multiple Sclerosis. She was the beloved wife of Joseph T. Ryan for 46 years. Born in Arlington, the daughter of the late Joseph B. and Ethel (Walsh) Harte, she was raised in Milton and had resided in Rumford since 1977. Nancy was a graduate of Milton High School and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She had been a fourth grade teacher at Prescott Elementary School, Norwood. Nancy was a former member of the Wannamoisett Country Club and in the past had been involved with the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Most of all, she enjoyed being very involved in the lives of her grandchildren. Nancy was an inspiration to all. Besides her husband, she leaves a daughter, Kathie A. Frattarelli and her husband, Anthony of Rumford; two sons, Joseph T. Ryan and his wife, Rebecca of Norwood and Michael T. Ryan and his wife, Greta of Newton and nine grandchildren, Tori, Ricky, Lily, Maddie, Charlie, Joey, Matt, Brendan and Danny. She was the sister of the late Robert and William Harte. Her funeral will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. from William W. Tripp Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, RI, (MA exit 2A off Rt. 95) followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Margaret Church, 1098 Pawtucket Ave., Rumford. Visitation will be Friday 4 to 7 p.m. Flowers are welcome or memorial gifts may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Rhode Island Chapter, 205 Hallene Road, Suite 209, Warwick, RI 02886. TrippFuneralHome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for NANCY RYAN

23 Entries

Matt Lennon

January 18, 2015

My thoughts and prayers to the entire Ryan family during this sad time. I've not seen Mrs Ryan in many years but will always have great memories of her...she was a wonderful person.

Kathy McKnight

January 16, 2015

Kathie and family, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved mom. What a beautiful and remarkable woman she was! I hope that you will find great comfort in knowing that you were the most wonderful and most devoted daughter she could have asked for. God bless you. Please know that you will be in our prayers. ~ The McKnights XO

January 16, 2015

January 16, 2015

My condolences to the Ryan family during
this difficult time. May the love of
friends and family carry you through
your grief. Trust in God for the
strengh to endure - Peteer 5:7.

-EJ/Michigan

Julie Ryan

January 16, 2015

Nancy was an inspiration to us all and we will always remember the wonderful times we had with her. My deepest sympathy to the family. Love, xo Julie Ryan

john dick

January 16, 2015

kathie, my thoughts and prayers have been with you for years now,find comfort knowing you were a terrific daughter,friend and care-giver to your mom. no regrets just unconditional love,she will always be here as your angel. so sorry for you and your family.

Angelo and Dawn Frattarelli and family

January 16, 2015

We were saddened to learn of Nancy's passing. While she will be missed here on earth take heart in the knowledge that she defeated her affliction and is walking free with the Lord in heaven. God bless you all

John Archer

January 15, 2015

Joe, Kathie, and the entire Ryan family, my deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers..

Mike, Michele and Mikayla Sweeney

January 15, 2015

Nancy was such a great lady. She is the true definition of a fighter and was an inspiration to everyone. Mike has special memories of wrapping her in blankets as she looked over the water at the Lake and will always cherish the many talks they had and her beautiful smile.
Mike, Michele and Mikayla Sweeney

the (Cowen) Ribeiro family

January 15, 2015

To the Frattareli & Ryan Family, What a long hard fight, I can only imagine. the love and support given, unimaginable as is the peace she finds now. In time I hope you all find the satisfaction in her peace and your own. God bless.

Edythe De Marco

January 15, 2015

Dear Kathie,
We were so sad to learn that your beloved mother, Nancy, passed away on Tuesday. Please accept the heartfelt condolences of my entire family. We will be keeping your mother, you, Anthony and all your family in our thoughts and prayers.

With deepest sympathy,

January 15, 2015

Kathie, Anthony and family,
Our sincerest sympathy to you and your family.

Emanuele and Angela Criscione, Cranston, RI

Beth Hosey-Prizio

January 15, 2015

Kathie...
I am so very sorry to hear about your mom's passing. She was truly a strong and remarkable woman. You and your family are in my prayers.

January 15, 2015

A saint on earth

January 15, 2015

Our prayers and support go out to you and your dear children. We are so sorry for all you have been through and this very sad loss. Stay close to each other and find comfort in knowing that many people are praying for you. Hugs, your neighbors, the Lynch Family

Jack Sinibaldi

January 15, 2015

Dear Kathie & Joe Sr, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family and friends. Your mother was an inspiration to all of us, and her legacy will always live on. Now as an angel, she will guide all of you in your daily journey here on earth. If I can do anything to help, please let me know.

January 15, 2015

Dear Kathie, my condolences to you and all of the Ryan family and friends. A new angel now watches over all of you....and she smiles and is grateful for all that you did for her, and now she watches and will help guide all of you in your journey here on Earth.

Joanne Beauregare

January 15, 2015

I already miss your cheery Hi Joanne every afternoon. Love you and I will always keep you in my heart.

Paul vichroski

January 15, 2015

Thoughts and prayers are with the Ryan family. Love , The Vichroski's.

Brian Krivitsky

January 15, 2015

My heartfelt sadness for your entire family as you have lost an inspirational and special woman, wife, mom, aunt, sister, grandmother, and friend. So sorry for your loss, and may the wonderful memories last forever. Until you meet again, be greatful for all your wonderful moments together. RIP

Luis&Mary Rego

January 15, 2015

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Lynne DiCecco

January 15, 2015

Dear Kathie and family......my heart goes out to you all dealing with the great loss of such an incredible woman. May God give you all the strength to continue living in her spirit. My prayers go out to you all. Kathie, if you or your family neeed ANYTHING.....please know I am here!!!! With much LOVE, Lynne

Anthony Frattarelli III

January 15, 2015

If tears could build a stairway,
and memories a lane,
I'd walk right up to Heaven,
and bring you home again.
love you mom

Kathie Frattarelli

January 15, 2015

I love you Mom??

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