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Edward Ryan Obituary
It is with deep sadness that we announce Edward A. Ryan ("Eddie") passed away on August 2, 2025 at the age of 83.
Loving husband of 62 years to Maureen (Glynn) Ryan. Eddie was the cherished father of Colleen Twinem & her husband Mark, Christopher Ryan & his wife Sheila, Edward Ryan & his wife Noelle, Deirdre Ryan, and Sheila Ryan & her husband Chris.
Beloved Papa to Brenna Twinem; Shannon, Christopher & Conor Ryan; Shane & Jack Ryan; Andrew, Emma & Owen Plourde. Loved by many nieces and nephews.
Eddie was predeceased by his brothers Thomas Murray and Christopher Ryan and his sisters Carmel Brereton, Ann Daly, Rene O'Neil, and Mona Rafferty. He is survived by his sister Arlene Crossen.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday August 16, 2025 at 10:00AM at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 441 Fellsway W, Medford, MA 02155.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Billy and Pat McCormack
Yesterday
Sincere sympathy to Maureen and family, So sorry to hear about Eddie's passing. May he rest in peace Billy and Pat McCormack Galway Ireland.
Eileen Daly
Yesterday
Mike and I remember all the good times we spent together. My sympathies to all of the Ryan Family. Eileen Daly
Una McDonald
Yesterday
RIP Eddie and thank you for the wonderful kindness you showed to me way back in 1988. Sympathy to all the family.
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Steve Mathey
August 11, 2025
Eddie, I´ll never forget the great fun and laughter you gave to me and our gang at the Oaks golf course during the years we worked together! All of our lives are better for knowing you! We´ll all toast a Guinness to you next visit to Linkster´s!
Rest in Peace my friend!
Brendan and Maureen McGrath
August 11, 2025
Rest in peace Eddie. Some great memories from the craic we had in the Irish Village in Brighton and beyond. You were a great character. See you on the other side
Kathy
August 11, 2025
Rest in Peace Eddie, sending our love and condolences to his family from the UK- Chris,Kathy, Dylan´s Grace. Carmel loved you so so much xxx
Noel
August 10, 2025
In memory of a great golfer and friend. We will miss you.
Brenda & Eddie Giroux
August 10, 2025
Uncle Eddie, you were always a rock in our lives. Words can not describe the loss we all feel. May you rest in Peace uncle Eddie. We love you so much!!!! Brenda Giroux
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Aug
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St. Francis of Assisi
441 Fellsway W, Medford, MA 02155
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