Anna Ryan Obituary
Mrs. Ryan, wife of the late Andrew Heidt Ryan Sr., died April 10, 2011. Born December 17, 1920, in Boardman, N.C., she was a daughter of the late Paul Judson and Mary Bertha Ward Britt. She was long-standing member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.
Surviving are her children, Dianne Light (Bob) of Columbia, Carole Bartlette (Joe) of Summerton, Andrew H. Ryan Jr. (Mary) of Manassas, Va., Veronica Hunter of Lexington; 17 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; siblings, Charles Madry Britt of Newport News, Va., Frances Friedman and Patti Tisdall, both of Columbia. She was predeceased by siblings, Bernice Hitchcock, Lucian and Judson Britt.
Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church, 3512 Devine St., Columbia, SC 29205 or Compassionate Care Hospice, 455 St. Andrews Road, Bldg. E, Suite 4,
Columbia, SC 29210.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.dunbarfunerals.com.
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Mike Atkinson
April 14, 2011
Andy & Diane, So sorry to hear about your Mother. I remember all the times that I spent over at your house. Great times to remember. I know that your faith will carry you through these tough times.
Mike Atkinson
Chris & Pam Younts
April 12, 2011
Andy & Diane,
So sorry to hear of your mothers passing, but my, what great families she left behind. Among many other quality's, I'm sure, her family is her greatest legacy. May God give all of you peace in the days ahead. If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to call.
MAC/LIZ WHITAKER/CLARK
April 12, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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