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Thinking of Phil today and always. Miss him and his wise counsel and kind ways. Carol and Noel Leary
Carol Leary
April 01, 2025 | Friend


Holyoke, Massachusetts
Philip H. Ryan died peacefully on March 31, 2021. Phil was 88 years old and lived a very happy life. Phil was a graduate of Villanova University and was a huge supporter of the institution’s academic and sports programs. He endowed an education fund for the benefit of Villanova’s students. After...
Read MoreThinking of Phil today and always. Miss him and his wise counsel and kind ways. Carol and Noel Leary
Carol Leary
April 01, 2025 | Friend
My deepest sympathies to those who loved Phil Ryan. I was fortunate to meet Phil as a member of the Board of Trustees of Bay Path University when I arrived as president over twenty-five years ago. Once he retired off the Board, I counted him as a dear, trusted friend and advisor. Our twenty-five year friendship was a true joy.
In addition to his connection to Bay Path, his smart, financial expertise helped many in the Greater Springfield area including serving on the Board of AAA,...
Carol A. Leary
April 07, 2021 | Friend