James V. "Sam" Ryan, Jr.
James V. "Sam" Ryan, Jr.
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James V. “Sam” Ryan, Jr., 84, of Cass Township, passed away Saturday, October 4th, at his residence.
Born in Pottsville, on April 1, 1941, a son of the late Nellie (Bambrick) and James V. Ryan, Sr.
He was the husband of Ellen M. (Brennan) Ryan.
Sam graduated from Cass Township High School and then served in the U.S. Army.
He was the owner and operator of Schuylkill Contracting Company.
He was a lifelong member of the former St. Kieran's Church, Heckscherville.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son James V. Ryan, III and daughters Amy O'Brien wife of Rich and Marie Huda wife of Matt, all of Pottsville; grandchildren Nicholas and Ella Huda and Grace and Shane O'Brien.
Services and interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
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1818 Mahantongo St, Pottsville, PA 17901
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