Cornelius J. Ryan

I went to a preparatory school called St. Aidan's Nursery between 1992-93. This was located within the precincts of St. Henry's College, Kitovu (SHACK). To be exact, we used to access the school through the last gate to the staff quarters. It was actually next to the residence of the revered Holy Cross football lover Fr. Ryan Joseph Cornelius. I have fond memories of how some of my classmates used to frequent his dumpster to pick up discarded stuff. This was a no go zone for me courtesy of my...

I went to a preparatory school called St. Aidan's Nursery between 1992-93. This was located within the precincts of St. Henry's College, Kitovu (SHACK). To be exact, we used to access the school through the last gate to the staff quarters. It was actually next to the residence of the revered Holy Cross football lover Fr. Ryan Joseph Cornelius. I have fond memories of how some of my classmates used to frequent his dumpster to pick up discarded stuff. This was a no go zone for me courtesy of my...

I did not know that the Rev. Fr. Ryan was Cornellius John since the C.J. were abbreviations. I used to admire his caps, beard and friendliness since he was a family friend. I got to meet him many times and all the while it was inspirational. May his soul rest in peace. I visited Indiana and opted to shift to Notre Dame to surprise him. It is fun memories to think of Fr. Ryan as a mentor to many. As a Global Health Promotion Specialist now, I dedicate my work in memory of Fr. Ryan and many...

Its been a month now since you left us to be with the Lord. Still hard to believe we cannot have those lengthy soccer conversations anymore. Thank you for everything you did for youth sports not just at St Henry's but for Uganda in general. Till we meet again Coach. Rest in peace! Vee B: (SHACK 91-94) & (St Leo's College Kyegobe 95-97)

In the mid-1990s I received a call from someone I had never met, Fr. Cornelius Ryan, when I was director of public relations for Umbro, a soccer brand based in the USA. He asked if we ever made available equipment for discount purchase and as he told me of his work in Uganda, I saw that we could help him. That began an association that caused us to donate uniforms, balls, boots and other gear so he could utilize it with his teams. Later, he told me of the many people who came to the USA on...

A legacy that will last for generations you left at St. Henry's College Kitovu May you Rest in Peace Ssali Francis 91-94

My sincere condolences to the family of the deceased and the old boys of St. Henry´s College Kitovu. You developed talents across the board. The small Yamaha 33 keyboard (Piano) you donated to the college helped shape many great musicians who are celebrated across the world to date. May you Rest In Peace Father.

With deep sorrow i learn of our icon´s passing! The memories of you linger on in me even today as i navigate thru´ life. Thank you for the inspiration, lessons and generosity. Rest In Peace Man of God. Reverend Father Ryan was my teacher, coach and family for all the while i was back in Uganda i was schooled by him in St. Henry´s College Kitovu, remained in contact even after high school up until i left the country. AA Katimbo SHACK 1989 a 1991

It's with great sorrow that we learn of the passing on of an icon. Ryan was such a great inspection to the youth that I was then as a fresh graduate from University. His memory will remain at both St Henry and St Leo's. May God's grace be with his soul eternally.