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Ryan J. Lanza
1986 - 2015
Ryan J. Lanza
1986 - 2015
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BORN
1986
DIED
2015
Ryan Lanza Obituary
AGE: 28 • Atco
passed away on February 13, 2015.
Ryan was set to marry his fiancé, Jennifer DeCroce, on Sunday at the chapel at Jefferson University hospital, where he was undergoing treatment. He is survived by his parents, John and Nannette (nee Simcik) Lanza, sister, Suzanne Lanza, father and mother in law, Anthony and Lorraine DeCroce, sister in laws, Jacqueline and Kristin DeCroce and grandmother, Josephine DeCroce. Also survived by many loving family in Connecticut and friends in New Jersey.
Ryan was a corrections officer with Camden County Corrections. He was a member of PBA #351. He graduated from Hammonton High School class of 2005, where he was captain of the tennis team. Ryan was a 2nd degree black belt, certified personal trainer and held degrees in Sports Management and Business Management.
Relatives and friends are invited to the viewing and funeral on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 from 9:30 to 11:30AM at the Christ the Redeemer Parish, Assumption Church, 318 Carl Hasselhan Drive in Atco. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 11:30AM at the church. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the National Brain Tumor Society, 55 Chapel Street, Suite 200, Newton, MA 02458. For more information or to e-mail a condolence please visit www.lpwoosterfuneralhome.com
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Nicholas DiCicco
February 10, 2021
Ryan was in a sport management class I taught at Camden County College. We became friends through our mutual interest in tennis and played many tournaments and matches against each other. Ryan was a class act and an outstanding individual. My last memory of him is of a very fit and happy individual running around a tennis court. About one year later I heard about his passing on. I still have trouble processing this and it brings tears to my eyes as I miss him and feel for his family. I know Ryan is in heaven and in a much better place but the loss is still there. I do look forward to seeing him in heaven. My heart and prayers go out to his friends and family. It was indeed a pleasure and a blessing to have know him.
Jackie DeCroce
March 7, 2015
Thinking of you everyday. Still doesn't seem real that you are no longer here with us. It just doesn't seem fair that your life was cut so short. You accomplished so much on your short time here on this earth and you will never be forgotten!! You were a great role model and brother to me Ryan Lanza. I love you! Rest in Peace!!
Marsha
March 1, 2015
My heart aches just a bit more. I miss you. Peace to your family and the love of your life. We shall celebrate you always.
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Anthony DeCroce
February 20, 2015
A few days have passed since I spoke with you last! I had so much more to say. I wish I can tell you today! Ryan you are the best thing that ever happened to my daughter! You are and will always be the one! I always considered you as a son! Your legacy will live on forever in all of our hearts. It wasn't, until the last few days that I seen how many lives you have touched with your good natured heart! i know now the pain you have endured inside and still seemed to accomplish everything with pride! Your life was cut short but you gave everyone a lifetime of memories! I am proud to call you my Son! God bless you Ryan! May you rest in peace!
February 18, 2015
I just wanted to say that I am so sorry I missed the funeral. I had recently heard Ryan was sick and in the hospital. I never made it to the hospital or his memorial service. I just wish I could have paid him the respect he deserved. To his parents, you raised an outstanding young man. I pray that God will carry you through this until you are reunited with him in heaven. -- Nick DiCicco, his tennis partner, professor, and friend.
Nicholas DiCicco
February 18, 2015
My heart aches for the loss of Ryan. I knew him as a student and a friend. He was truly an outstanding young man with a bright future. God often calls the best early from this life and He chose a terrific young man. I pray that he is in the arms of Jesus and away from the pain of this world. My deepest and heartfelt condolences. -- Nick DiCicco
Jennifer DeCroce
February 18, 2015
A man among men
We lost Friday night
Feeling such peace
As he followed the light
The love in his eye
And the sound of his laughter
Remains in our hearts
Forever and after
Through all of his loved ones
He'll never be gone
Through each one of us
His spirit lives on
We all have a purpose
And something to give
With each breath
That we take
For as long as we live
Ryan can rest easy
With Angels above
As we share his gift
Of laughter and love.
Joanne + Ron Mento
February 17, 2015
May God's gift of Peace and the consolation of His Presence surround you during this time of loss and grief. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Goebel Family
February 17, 2015
May you rest peacefully.
Marie Vener
February 17, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you throught this profound and devastating loss. Ken and Marie Vener
Lynn & George
February 17, 2015
God bless you, Ryan. You will be missed
Mike Tulino
February 17, 2015
To a man i've never met but know very well simply by the profession you chose. Rest peacefully my brother
February 16, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy is with the family. When our loved ones are taken away in death it can be a devastating time for the ones that are left behind. Hope, Prayers, and faith that our heavenly father's promise will be fulfilled soon. (1Cor. 15:26)
Tryon Family
February 16, 2015
Thought highly of Ryan; he was my nephrew's friend but he will always talk to me about everything. He was a great person and he will truly be missed.
February 15, 2015
Rest in Peace
Elizabeth Benedetti
February 15, 2015
I'm glad I got the opportunity to know you and see how graceful you were during treatment. You were courageous, strong and kind and I am honored to have known you. Rest in peace and watch over us. Liz Benedetti RN
debbie shifflett
February 15, 2015
Ryan you will be missed greatly! You never had a bad thing to say bout anyone . He enjoyed life an adored jennifer. You were always positive an fought for wht you wwanted. Ryan loved training people at gym in fact I couldn't have had a better one. You were an inspiration to everyone. Love you miss you an you will always be in thought pray an heart.
Ryan Taylor
February 15, 2015
Ryan J. Lanza was the most honest, hardworking, dedicated man I ever had the privilege of knowing. He was a friend to everyone. I haven't seen him in 5 years. My only regret is I didn't tell him what a great friend he was to me. I will pray for him and his family. May God bless you and keep you always.
J KING
February 14, 2015
R.I.P. Officer Ryan LANZA #314.... You were a real inspiration to everyone and without a doubt a true warrior... You will be missed by all that had the honor to know you!
john mcmullin
February 14, 2015
Worked with Lanza at Delaware DOC graduated acadmey together, he was a great guy very well respected. I was blessed to have ment such a good person. You will be missed. Rip.
Lou Siderio
February 14, 2015
God speed Ryan...RIP
Jennifer DeCroce
February 14, 2015
Always in love with you Ryan <3 this breaks my heart .. I will carry a part of you with me everyday till the day we meet again :(
Ed Mendelero
February 14, 2015
I will always remember your lighthearted spirit ! Find memories I will always hold on too ! Going to miss you buddy .
Anthony DeCroce
February 14, 2015
I have three daughters but never had a son! If I had my choice of people Ryan would sure be the one! He loved my daughter Jen and had many many friends! He was also known to have had a big heart and when Jen brought Ryan to our home I knew that from the start! After his passing My heart has been ripped apart knowing that I will not walk my little girl down the aisle and watch Ryan waiting at the alter with a big smile! I dreamed of someday taking their daughter or son to a ball game for some fun! Or maybe take them fishing those things I will be missing! I love you Ryan and wanted to say I am very grateful that you treated my family and our daughter with respect in everyway! We are all so lucky to have had you in our lives! May you rest in peace with the Lord up in the skies! Paradise they say! I am sure we will all meet you there someday!
DAVID HART
February 13, 2015
GREAT OFFICER, AND A BETTER FRIEND I WILL MISS HIM.
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