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Born August 5, 1977, he passed away on October 23, 2025, after a brief illness. A resident of Swansea, Ryan previously resided in Taunton and spent his childhood in Randolph where he was active in sports throughout high school.
Ryan earned his bachelor's degree from Westfield State University (then College) and his master's degree from Suffolk University. He spent his career as a social worker where he touched so many lives with his seemingly endless compassion and love.
Throughout his journey to different schools and employers, Ryan met many lifelong friends along the way. He loved being at the ocean and a good beach day, attending concerts, playing golf, and supporting the New England Patriots in person as a season ticket holder for many years. But above all, Ryan cared most for his family: son Cameron McGrath, partner Nicole Macedo and her daughter Alexis Bonanno. Ryan is also survived by his mother Diane Jackson and stepfather Bill Jackson.
At Ryan's request, no services will be scheduled.
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Debra Pozzi
October 31, 2025
Ryan will be missed and remembered fondly by so many. My deep condolences to Diane and all of Ryan's loved ones.
Kerry Fanning
October 29, 2025
To Ryan´s family- it was no surprise seeing after all his years working at camp that he became a social worker continuing to look out for youth. He was always phenomenal with kids and the best role model. I´m so sorry for his kids, partner and family. He was so much fun to be around!!! I´ll always think of him as the coolest big brother :)
Marty Barrington
October 28, 2025
Ryan you were such an amazing young man!!! I remember you as a kid first at Camp Yomechas. Then you joined our awesome camp staff family. For over 5 years you devoted your summers to all of us. I am most grateful for how you helped my son Matt. Matt was not a big fan of camp but as his Mom worked there he usually had to come with her. You took him under your wing and understood he wasn´t loving the camp routine. Thank you for patiently taking him out to the raft to fish and bringing him back when he was ready. You always brought your smile and laugh to everything we did at camp. I won´t ever be able to hear Kenny Rogers sing The Gambler without thinking of you. Love you forever my friend
Susan Oliveira
October 28, 2025
I will always remember how Ryan's face lit up whenever he spoke about his son. My deepest condolences to all his loved ones.
Sending prayers and love -
Susan Oliveira
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Amanda & George
October 28, 2025
We are so very sorry for the loss of Ryan. We enjoyed his company & friendship. Sending love and prayers to the family.
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