David G. Ryan

David G. Ryan obituary, Lawrence, MA

David G. Ryan

David Ryan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by John Breen Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. - North Andover on Jun. 7, 2025.

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David G. Ryan, 64, of North Andover, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, following a brief illness.
Born in Methuen on September 5, 1960, he was the beloved son of Anne Marie (Tetler) Ryan and the late Edward Ryan. David was raised in North Andover and was a proud graduate of North Andover High School, Class of 1979.
David worked as a dedicated truck driver for many years, serving with the North Andover Highway Department, BFI, and later with Stericycle. He was also a proud member of the Knights of Columbus, where he achieved the rank of Third Degree Knight.
He was predeceased by his father, Edward, and his four brothers: Robert, Ricky, Jimmy, and Shawn.
David is survived by his loving mother, Anne Marie Ryan; his sister Mary and her husband Jim; his brothers Thomas and his wife Lisa, and Michael and his wife Karri. He also leaves behind many cherished nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in David's honor on Friday, June 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM at St. Michael's Church, North Andover, MA.

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John Breen Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. - North Andover

35 Merrimack St, North Andover, MA 01845

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