Thomas Ryan Obituary
He was the beloved son of Marilyn (Lane) and the late Thomas Ryan; brother of Renee Kanash and her husband Bob of Weymouth and Linda Starry and her husband Jim of Emerald Island, NC; and uncle of Rob, Mary, Danny and Timmy.
Tom knew from a very young age he wanted to be a doctor. He graduated from UMass Medical School in 1992.
He enjoyed building model ships and painting and was a skilled chess player. He played both the drums and guitar. Tom loved travelling; his favorite place was Paris, France. He could happily have spent all his time in the Louvre. He was smart as a whip and would beat everyone at Jeopardy.
He was very excited to see his Patriots back on the winning track. He will be cheering for them from heaven!
All of Tom's family was important to him in his last years. His loving mother Marilyn, sister Renee, brother-in-law Bob, and his cousin John were all constant visitors, as well as his sister Linda who would travel back to MA frequently to see him. He thoroughly enjoyed the food and companionship.
Tommy will be greatly missed. His courage and perseverance were unending, but it was time for him to say goodbye.
Services will be held on Monday, December 8, 2025 at the MacDonald Funeral Home, 1755 Ocean Street in Marshfield, with an hour of visitation beginning at 12:00 Noon and concluding with a Funeral Service at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Couch Cemetery.
For online guest book, driving directions and other helpful information please visit the website macdonaldfuneralhome.com
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17755 Ocean St. PO Box 84, Marshfield, MA 02050
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Ralph Lanzetta
December 8, 2025
Hi Bobby and Renee. Lisa and I are so sorry for your loss. The older we get the more losses we suffer but the love we get from our savior helps us through the tough times. It´s comforting to know that Thomas is safe now from all his worldly troubles and pain. God bless.
Paul Grafton
December 8, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear about Tommy. I have fond memories of working with him 30 odd years ago. I met up with him a couple of years ago and he was the same nice smart funny kid from a long time ago. My prayers are with you Bobby Renee and Marylin
Judith Hassan
December 8, 2025
I am so so sorry for your loss My he be at peace Love and care and prayers to you all. Love Judy
Scott Fitzgerald
December 8, 2025
God bless tommy.peace and rest with Almighty God. My prayers of love and acceptance for bobby renee and Mary and bob their children....fitzy
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Elizabeth R Espinosa
December 7, 2025
Although I never had the opportunity to meet Tommy, I feel as though I knew him through his brother in law Bobby. To hear all that was accomplished in his life, and to read all the lives that have been impacted both in his life and in his death, it is evident Tommy tried to leave this world better than he found it. I pray for the repose of your soul, may God be with you and your family. God bless
-Elizabeth Espinosa
Mary Kanash
December 7, 2025
When visiting Uncle he always had a smile one his face when I came in. He always had witty jokes and that is what I´m going to miss most. Rest in peace Uncle
Laura Lane Cooke
December 7, 2025
"Beauty is where the beheld butterfly disappears from sight." - R.H. Peat
My dear cousin Tommy, I will see you with each butterfly that visits me, which are many.
All my love, Laura Lane Cooke
Michael Colella
December 6, 2025
"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us." - Helen Keller
Through his lengthy illness Tommy had a profound impact on his brother-in-law Bobby Kanash. Bobby would frequently share about his visits with Tommy and the gamut of emotions that he was experiencing and had to process. I´m a believer that God determines each our paths and Tommy, through Bobby, taught a lot of people about compassion, duty to family, love, pain and remember to laugh. I pray for peace for Tom and your family.
Paul Carrozza
December 6, 2025
He will be sadly missed . What a wonderful person to have his time cut so short. Praying for him
Renae Tuffy
December 6, 2025
Thankful to have heard so many wonderful stories of Tom on our adventures with Bobby. I pray you can all find peace in all the wonderful memories you have been blessed with. Sending love to you all.
Cheryl Nichols
December 6, 2025
My heart hurts for your loss but knows Tommy is at peace and in a much greater place. I will always remember him as the brilliant kid with the bright smile. He fought fiercely to the end. That is the true testament of the love you shared.
Darren DiGravio
December 6, 2025
Sorry to hear of your loss ,I´m a friend of Bob K I did not know Thomas but though Bobs shares he mentioned his love of him .May the memories you have of Thomas last a lifetime as he is welcomed in Gods loving arms . My prayers are with all the hearts he has touched .
God bless ,Darren
Renee Kanash
December 6, 2025
Saying "Goodby" to you was one of the hardest things I've ever done but I know you are in a better place, little brother. Tell Dad I said hi and keep sending me beautiful signs. Until we meet again, Love Na
WARREN CANTELMO
December 6, 2025
Sorry to hear of Tommy's passing he at home now in peace
Rich and Mary Ghiorse
December 6, 2025
We are sorry for your loss. May Tom rest in peace. We keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Rich and Mary Ghiorse
Bob Kanash
December 5, 2025
Many thoughts come to mind as I think about the last few years we have gotten the opportunity to hang out together. Some very difficult and some very funny. During our time together you have taught me many lessons. I have learned to love deeper. I have learned patience. I have learned how much you really meant to me. So we haad some really good times when you were young arcades in Hull, moving you up to Amherst to start college. Then the opportunity when you were heading into your 60s we got close when times were really tough. But you were a lot tougher than the times.
Oh ya I was jealous right to the end.
Jealous of the head of hair you had as mine was thinning. I will miss you. But there will be a reunion than we will all laugh and rejoice together.
Timmy Starry
December 5, 2025
Rest in peace Uncle Tommy. I wish I could have visited more often, but I will always cherish the good times we had together. You will truly be missed. Love, Timmy
Linda Starry
December 4, 2025
I am truly grateful for the last couple of years with Tommy. Lots of good company and goofing around. As I assembled photos for his memorial video, I was reminded of all the good times we had as children. I will miss you, Tommy.
Jim Starry
December 4, 2025
To my brother"in-law", Tommy. You will be greatly missed. I'm honored to have known you as family. Your soft spokeness and gentle good humor was always nice to be around. I'll always remember the Chess games and playing Jeopardy on TV.
I was always impressed on how well you could play Jeopardy. I remember too all the times we had having Pizza and Chinese food together. Good times.
Like so many , I'm glad you're at peace now, being in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Ray Lane
December 3, 2025
Tommy, you're finally at peace. Physically passed but always remembered by all of us who love you. My favorite nephew.
Uncle Ray and Aunt Bonny
Danny Starry
December 3, 2025
We'll miss you Uncle Tommy, I won't forget our summer trips up to see y'all and play soccer and hang out. You'll be missed.
Always love,
Danny, Kailey, Eli, and Deuce
Rob
December 3, 2025
I'll always remember the many chess matches I played with Uncle Tommy. I'll also cherish our memories going to the beach, him telling the 'gorilla' joke, and teaching me how to play the drums. Rest in peace, Uncle.
Michele Burnell
December 2, 2025
I never had the privilege to meet this handsome man but have heard him spoken about with such love. You have my deepest sympathies, may you find peace and comfort in the memories of your hearts.
Deepest condolences,
Michele Burnell
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