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Barry Ryan Obituary
Barry J. Ryan, 54, of Macungie, formerly of Washington Township, N.J., died January 25, 2007 in the Inpatient Hospice Unit of Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown. He was the husband of Deborah (Hunsdorfer) Ryan. Born in Newark, he was the son of the late Lincoln W. and Dorothy A. (Dougherty) Ryan. He was a 1975 graduate of Ramapo College, N.J. He began his career at IBM in Parsippany, N.J. and then worked for Transnet, Somerville, N.J. He later was a self employed real estate investor in the Lehigh Valley and was a Pennsylvania licensed mortgage broker. He earned the Eagle Scout Award and was a former scoutmaster. He was a member of the Regina Mundi Knights of Columbus of the Clifton Council 3969. Survivors: Wife; daughters, Cassandra and Erica at home; brothers, Ron Ryan of Roatan, Honduras, Kevin Ryan of Budd Lake, N.J., and Kerry Ryan of Hartford, Vt.; six nieces, seven nephews. Services: Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. in the Schantz Funeral Home Inc., 250 Main Street, Emmaus, followed by a funeral service at 4 p.m. Send online condolences to: www.schantzfh.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Barrys name to Crossing the Finish Line, 170 West Germantown Pike, Suite C-3, East Norriton, PA 19401.
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Jennifer Rivera
February 1, 2007
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this sad time. May you find comfort and strength in the warmth and caring of family and friends.
Christina Kulp
January 30, 2007
Debbie and family,
My heart goes out to you all during this sad time. I know Barry had wonderful plans to make the most of his final days and I feel honored I was able to speak with him via phone about it. I think he demonstrated his deep love for everyone by trying so hard to arrange things, even if time wouldn't allow his hopes to become a reality. Even though I only spoke to him a few times, his love for you folks came through loud and clear. Keep the good memories close to your heart. Sincerely, Christina Kulp, LSW OACIS Services LVHHN
Heidi Dabek
January 29, 2007
Debbie - We would like to offer you and your girls our deepest sympathy. Barry was such a kind person and his sense of humor was wonderful. (I'll never forget those TransNet St. Patty's Day celebrations with him.)
-Heidi Dabek and family
Marcia Marsh-Hinds
January 28, 2007
I offer my condolences and my prayers during this time of bereavement.
Chris Supino
January 27, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Deborah O'Shea
January 27, 2007
Our deepest sympathy regarding Barry's death. We have very many fond memories of time shared with him; he will always be in our hearts.
Bill, Debi, Ed and Kelly O'Shea
Kathy Miele
January 27, 2007
Debbie so sorry to hear about Barry's passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. I will always remember Barry when we had the contest on who had on the most Green Barry and I had it out in the confrence room. He was very special and will be missed.
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