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Duane Ryan Obituary
Duane Anton Ryan, 65, of Hershey, passed away Monday, October 28, 2019, in Hershey Medical Center, surrounded by loving family.
He was born November 2, 1953, in Waynesburg, a son of the late Tamer and Elizabeth Katschinsky Ryan.
Duane was a 1971 graduate of Mapletown High School and California University of Pennsylvania. He retired from Hilti, where he was a tool repair manager for more than 20 years, and later worked for AHEDD as an employment specialist in the Harrisburg field office.
Mr. Ryan was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Hershey, where he would volunteer as a money counter and at the church's summer festival. He also volunteered for many years at Hershey Medical Center.
Mr. Ryan was blessed with the time he spent traveling the United States and Europe with his wife, Angie, as well as a love of history, especially the Civil War and trips to Gettysburg. He enjoyed walking and hiking and was a well-known dog lover, always having biscuit treats in his pockets.
Duane is survived by his wife, Angela Udovich Ryan; a brother, Sean Ryan and his wife, Twyla; a nephew and godson, Andrew Ryan; and other nieces and nephews Terra DeAlmeida, Summer White, Juliet Ryan, Ramona Harris-Hamilton and Damein Harris.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Sharon Ryan-Coil.
A prayer service will begin at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, October 31, followed by a visitation concluding at 8 p.m. in Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory, 88 Lucy Avenue, Hershey. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, November 1, in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey. An additional visitation will be held from 10:30 until 11:30 a.m. Saturday, November 2, in Yoskovich Funeral Home, 300 South Vine Street, Carmichaels. Interment of his cremains will follow in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Crucible.
In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to either Heart of the Parish Fund, in care of St. Joan of Arc Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033, or Best Friends Animal Sanctuary at www.bestfriends.org/sanctuary.
Arrangements are being handled by Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory Inc. of Hershey.
Send condolences via the guest book at www.hooverfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Duane Ryan
Cindy Madich
November 19, 2019
I just happened to accidentally come upon this sad news. My heart goes out to Angie. May God be with you during these sad times. Duane was a nice person the little I knew of him. May he Rest In Peace.
November 6, 2019
I am heartbroken for myself and his family, but glad Duane has been freed from his suffering. He was a good friend of my husband, Barry, and I know they are going to enjoy each other's company once again. They enjoyed razzing one another. Please know my heart and mind go to his family.
October 31, 2019
Many many great times of love and laughter. Duane Ryan you are my friend.
John Callahan
October 31, 2019
We met Duane and his wife on their regular walks on Plymouth Circle in the Stafford heights neighborhood in Hershey. Duane was always friendly and positive no matter what health oriented challenges he was facing. We are so sorry to hear that we won't be having the pleasure of his company going forward. We will keep Duane, Angie and all of his Family & friends in our thoughts and prayers.
Ginny & John Callahan
Bob, Sharon and Bella Willison
October 31, 2019
Duane Ryan - what a man! Witty, intelligent, generous, kind and thoughtful. We'll miss you dear friend.
October 31, 2019
Angie my friend
I have missed you so very much. I am so sorry to hear about Duane. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marie Accorsi
October 31, 2019
Angie my friend. How I have missed you. I am so very sorry to hear about Duane. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marie Accorsi
Marie Accorsi
October 31, 2019
Angie, my friend. How I have missed you. I am so sorry to hear about Duane. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Orris
October 31, 2019
He was a great man and will be deeply missed.
Jim Orris
October 31, 2019
Angie may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I have great memories of working with Duane at Hilti.
October 31, 2019
Dear Angie and Family,
Words cannot express how saddened we are to hear of Duane's passing. He was an amazing man and such a special light and positive presence in our cardiac rehab program. We enjoyed hearing about and getting to share in the stories and pictures of your travels with him (we got to be world travelers due to you and Duane)! There was never a day that he didn't bring a smile to our faces or those around him. His faith was also particularly inspirational. He will be remembered for so many acts of kindness and care. We are blessed to have known him.
With much love and friendship,
Roxanne, Mike, Stephanie, Debbie, Wendy (and many other cardiac rehab friends)
October 31, 2019
Dear Angie and Family,
Words cannot express how saddened we are to hear of Duane's passing. He was such a bright light and positive presence for us all during his days in cardiac rehab. He was a special joy to each of us. He shared his love of traveling and trips with you in both pictures and words. We all became world travelers due to you and Duane! His faith was also an inspiration. May it continue to bless you and keep you comforted during this difficult time.
With much love,
Roxanne, Mike, Stephanie, Deb, Wendy and many other cardiac rehab friends
Don Kinderman
October 31, 2019
RIP Boss, We sure had some good times , See you on the other side.
Janice & Marty Yoskovich
October 31, 2019
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