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Terrence Ryan

Valejo, California

1941 - 2023

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Terrence RyanOctober 17, 1941 - August 20, 2023Terrence Ryan a native of San Francisco was a long time labor and political activist died on August 20, 2023 of lingering illness. Terry was what he proudly called a "card carrying" member of the Burton Machine. Those days, politics of the Burton's...

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Much love from your late best friend Frank Gray's family in the UK, Terry! Reunited at last. Rest in Peace.

I am a very old friend of terry my husband the late frank gray was his best friend they were at school together at serra Terry was best man at my wedding in 1963 I am 80 Frank died in 2013 of a stroke he was 72 born 1941 Terry never knew this Terry was fun to be with and the last time we saw him he was married to dear Marta rip

Hello Diane My name is Carole Gray wife of the late Frank Gray who was Terry's best friend they went to school together. Terry was also my best man in 1963. I have been trying to find out about him for ages. He never did know that Frank died in 2013 of a stroke he also had parkinsons. Terry lived longer also Allan Long a friend died 2 years ago my email is [email protected] please keep in touch. How is Michael

Terry was a union colleague, a neighbor, a City employee & retiree colleague, a good friend, a consultant and always a teacher. He rowed his own boat! But he was generous with his wisdom & time. He didn't fit any mold, either. Can't believe I can't pick up the phone or drive over afew blocks to contact him. He always had answers for my questions. A very unique person, as well. Could not imagine being his supervisor or manager! He was exceptionally bright. Few understood. The neighborhood...

I met Terry as a fellow activist in the California Federation of Young Democrats and in activities and campaigns involving the Burton's. He was a great guy and a splendid raconteur. I remember well when he enthralled a room full of Young Democrats with his description regarding the special nature of politics in San Francisco. Tales of Phil and Johnny and Bob Burton, Willie Brown, Dave Jenkins, George Hardy,Harry Bridges, Joe Beeman.....the battles on behalf of working men and women...Civil ...

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.