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Donald Eugene Ryan
AURORA - Donald Eugene Ryan, 68, passed away at his home in Aurora on April 6, 2023. Donald was the son of the late Clair A. and Emma Jane (Wilson) Ryan and resided in Southern Cayuga County all of his life.
He was a free spirit who did his own thing. He was a crop farmer who loved his dogs. In his free time he enjoyed watching old cowboy movies and sitting on his porch looking at the boats on the lake.
Surviving is his brother, David A. Ryan of Riverdale, MD; a sister, Mary Jane Ryan Sherman Stiles of Auburn; nephews: William E. Sherman, Richard B. Stiles (Alice Hilliard) and Michael A. Stiles; a niece, Tracie L. Ryan; grand-nieces: Elizabeth A. Sherman, Alana R. Stiles and Brianna Hafl. He was predeceased by both parents and two infant brothers: Baby Ryan and Richard E. Ryan.
At Donald's request there will be no calling hours or services. Expressions of sympathy may be made to a charity of choice in his memory.
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Terry Radcliff
April 10, 2023
Sorry To hear about donny had a lot of fun with him years back
Richard Dillon
April 8, 2023
Mary Jane & David, I am very sorry to hear of Donnie's Passing. Sure did have a lot of fun with him when your Mom Babysat us.
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