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Christopher Ryan Obituary

RYAN, CHRISTOPHER JOHN 'J.R.' 62, formerly a longtime Jamestown resident, died July 10, 2008 at Riverview Healthcare, Coventry. He was the husband of Rebecca A. (Jones) Ryan. Born in Waterbury, CT, he was the son of the late Christopher and Marie (Roberge) Ryan.

J.R. was the head carpenter and construction manager for DMR Construction and for Health Concepts since 1984. A skilled craftsman, his work can be seen throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. J.R. also was an avid sailor and boater.

Besides his wife, he leaves four children, Kristin Charpentier and her husband Russell of North Kingstown, Kim Ferro and her husband Robert of Johnston, Jason DiDonato of Smithfield, and Scott DiDonato of Boca Raton, FL, and four grandchildren, Julia and Emma Charpentier, Cody Ondrick, and Nicholas Ferro.

His funeral service will be held Tuesday at 11 am in the ROBBINS FUNERAL HOME, 2251 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Park, Johnston. Calling hours Monday 5-8 pm.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 12, 2008.

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Lisa Mayo - Whitney

July 16, 2008

Becky,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this hard time. Over the years working with JR it was always a pleasure. He will be missed greatly.

John Palmer

July 14, 2008

Becky, I was sorry to read about JR. I have fond meories of working with him on some projects at Riverview.

Maria Anglin

July 14, 2008

so sorry for your loss. From the many years of working for Health concepts, have had the opportunity of having many conversations and interactions with Jr.
We will all miss him.
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Debbie Gallo Robert Seitz

July 12, 2008

Becky,
Sorry to read about the loss of "JR", you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please call!

robyn brown

July 12, 2008

I'M SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR HUSBAND.MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIM. SOUTHKINGSTOWN NURSING.

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