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Thomas Ryan Obituary

THOMAS J. RYAN ST. JOHN, IN Thomas J. Ryan, age 56, a 20 year resident of St. John, IN, formerly of Dolton and Chicago's Roseland area. He was the husband of Mary Lou Miller Ryan (nee McGrath) and the late Deborah Ann Ryan (nee Kowalski); father of Jennifer (Gregory) Buss, Joel (Melissa) and Holly Ryan; stepfather of Michelle (Bryan) Wade, Steven (April) and Brian Miller; grandfather of Nathaniel and Zachary Buss, Ruby Ryan, Jackson and Sydney Wade; son of Carmella (nee Sartori) and Edward Ryan; brother of Richard (Faye) and David (Susan) Ryan; beloved nephew, cousin, son-in-law, brother- in-law, uncle and friend of many. An accountant, Mr. Ryan was the owner of Ryan and Associates accounting firm in St. John. Visitation will be Friday, November 14, 2008 from 2:00-9:00 p.m. at Elmwood Funeral Chapel, 11300 W. 97th Lane (1/2 block west of U.S. 41/ Wicker Ave. at 97th St.), St. John, IN. Family and friends will meet Saturday morning for 10:00 a.m. funeral services at First United Methodist Church, 352 Main Street, Crown Point, IN. Interment Chapel Lawn Cemetery, Schererville, IN. For information: (219) 365-3474.

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Published by The Times on Nov. 14, 2008.

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Jillian Janicki

March 5, 2009

Holly,
It was only yesterday I heard of your father's passing and I am so sorry for your loss. I think of you and your siblings often and hope you are all holding up okay. My thoughts and prayers are certainly with you.

Your old Friend,
Jillian Janicki

Jennifer Edwards

January 19, 2009

I was so sorry to just hear of Tom's passing. He was my CPA for several years now, and I looked forward to sitting down with him every year to have him do my taxes. He always talked about his kids, stepkids, and grandkids. He will be missed. I even travelled 2 hours every year after we moved to sit down with him to do the taxes each year. My condolescences to his beloved family!

Rick Macak

December 1, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers to the family.

Nancy Janett

November 19, 2008

Mary Lou and family,
We wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. We were out of town, so we were unable to attend the services and express our sympathy. With sympathy, Nancy and Steve Janett

Mattea Medeiros

November 19, 2008

To Joel and Family
We are saddened to hear of your loss.
You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mattea Medeiros and Family

Janelle Webb

November 17, 2008

Marylou& Miller-Ryan family,

I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Meghan Hepburn

November 16, 2008

Mary Lou and Miller-Ryan family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Tom was such a pleasant man to be around. I had the pleasure of cutting his hair for the last 3 years and I really enjoyed talking with him. He loved you all. My thoughts a prayers will be with all of you.

Barbara and Michael Lengyel

November 15, 2008

Mary Lou,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Don Stubblefield

November 15, 2008

Ed and Carmella,
My deepest condolences to your family. Tom and your family are in my prayers.

Don and Sue Stubblefield

Cheryl Wilson

November 15, 2008

Mary Lou, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please take care.

Paul Coleman

November 15, 2008

Deacon Ed and Carmella

I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your son. May his soul, and the souls of all the Faithful Departed, find rest with our Lord.

Vicki and Bob Graham

November 14, 2008

CARMELLA and ED
Our dear friends, we share with you the agony of your grief and we ask Our Lord to please take away the hurt. May He comfort you and give you peace.

Carrie Schrader

November 14, 2008

Holly,

I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything you need, please let me know!
Love You, Aunt Carrie & Family

Ragen Alcocer

November 14, 2008

Mary Lou:
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this time of grief. May you continue to turn to God for comfort and support. You are continually in my prayers and I am here for you no matter the time of day or night.
Love in Christ

Natalie Schnoor

November 14, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. We will all be praying for you at this tragic time. God Bless.

Jack & Nancy Latoza

November 14, 2008

We are sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Allison Phillips

November 14, 2008

Thomas was such a great guy he always helped me with my taxes my prayers are with his family and children. You will all be in my prayers coming this holiday season.

Wendy Jansen

November 14, 2008

Holly,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, may your memories of your dad bring you comfort. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Love, Mike, Wendy, Jenn, Kim and Greg

Joanne and John Koepl

November 14, 2008

Jen Ryan-Buss and family:
Our thoughts are with you at this terrible time. Please keep your family close to you, it will help. Always remember your father still loves you.

Angela and Bill Kvasnica (OLK)

November 14, 2008

Ed and Carmella,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Eternal rest grant unto Thomas, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.

MARTIN AND VERONICA ALDAPE

November 14, 2008

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF SORROW. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS.

Doug and Joan McClusky

November 14, 2008

Mary Lou we are thinking of you and are praying for you and your loving family.

Cassie Cauffman

November 14, 2008

Holly and Family,
You have my biggest condolences. Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers.

Elizabeth (Lee) Santacaterina

November 14, 2008

My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Diane Cline

November 14, 2008

May happy memories sustain you and your family. Tom loved his family.especially the grandchild.

Cousin Colleen (McGrath) Fleming

November 14, 2008

Mary Lou and family
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You're all in my prayers!

Gene Falkowski

November 14, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Laura Bianchi Eikenmeyer

November 14, 2008

Mary Lou & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With love,
The Eikenmeyers

Linda Boren

November 14, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Janice and Javier Bravo

November 14, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Wayne & Joanne Nordin

November 14, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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