Thomas J. Ryan

Thomas J. Ryan obituary, Bethpage, NY

Thomas J. Ryan

Thomas Ryan Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jan. 31, 2025.
Ryan, Thomas J., 84, of Bethpage, passed away January 31, 2025. Beloved husband of 61 years to Judith. Loving father of the late Thomas, Robert (Barbara), Kate Kardonsky (Mark), Kevin (Christina), and Dennis (Nancy). Cherished grandfather of Emily, Brianne Fields (Raymond), Julia, Corey, Sarah Lutzker (Jeff), Alyssa James (Taylor), Alexa, Ashley, Jack, and Kiera. Adored great-grandfather of Raelyn and Molly. Dear brother of Nancy Prostow, the late Kenneth, and the late Daniel. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Former Grand Knight of Msgr. Delaney Council. Thomas was very proud of his Irish heritage, and he loved to laugh and have a good time. Thomas was strong-willed, neat, loyal, loving and a strong provider for his family. In his free time, Thomas enjoyed reading books of all different genres, fishing, gardening, and watching old western tv shows, on TMC. He was a big Yankee and Giant fan, watching their games on TV and going to many Yankee games with his family. Thomas' family was the light of his life, and any moment spent together meant the world to him. He will be truly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. The family will receive visitors Monday, February 3rd, 2-4 and 7-9 pm at Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc., 234 Broadway, Bethpage. Funeral Mass Tuesday, February 4th, 10 am at St. Martin of Tours RC Church. Interment following at St. Charles Cemetery.
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