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Ryan Poland Obituary
39, of Providence, passed away on January 18th unexpectedly.
He was a much-loved son, father, brother, uncle, nephew and friend of many. He leaves behind 3 children, Joley, Jack and Seven, his mother, Lori Desmarais, Father Randy Poland, his twin brother Kyle Cross, brother, Tyler Poland and sister Abigale Glantz.
Ryan was raised in Barrington, and had a deep love for fishing, a passion for cooking, music, gardening and was a song writer and musician.
For the past 18 yrs. Ryan was employed by Jesmac Builders.
A Memorial will be planned for all to come and celebrate his life.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Ryan Poland
Tony, Cindy, Anthony and Erica Cioe
February 10, 2021
Lori - We have such fond memories of Ryan. His smile and laugh are still quite vivid in our minds, along with his thoughtful and comical ways. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
With sincere sympathy,
Tony, Cindy, Anthony and Erica Cioe
Colette Damuth
February 3, 2021
Lori - although I never had the honor of meeting your son, Ryan, I hope you know my thoughts, love & prayers are with you & yours at this very difficult time. May God bless you & help you stay strong through this heatt-breaking time. Im so very sorry for your loss.
Annabelle Zinni
January 26, 2021
Dearest Lori,
It is with a heavy heart I heard of Ryan’s passing. Sending my deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family.
Much love,
Annabelle(Tootsie) Zinni
Donna Longo-Kumes
January 26, 2021
Randy - my sincere sympathies to your and your family on the passing of Ryan. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert Gonzales
January 26, 2021
I first met Ryan 18 years ago, he was just a kid. He was small in stature but his spirit was huge. Our discussions about life, politics, and music always made me think he was much older. Working with Ryan was never work. His infectious smile and humor kept me laughing all day.
His lose will stay with me always, but the good times we had will fill my heart and soul with happiness forever!
Rest In Peace my Brother
Caryn and Gordon Farrell
January 26, 2021
Our sincerest sympathies to the Poland family on this tragic loss. It has been many years but we remember Ryan with a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye.
Kelly Bense
January 25, 2021
Ryan has been a constant in my life since I was a child. In recent years, Ryan was one of the closest branches in a family intertwined with my own. Ryan cannot be replaced and my heart truly goes out to his children, his parents and his siblings. He will be remembered fondly always, and truly missed.
Rick McGrath
January 25, 2021
I only briefly meet Ryan, but for the time I had a conversation with him, Ryan was likeable he was a good kid, Rest In Peace Ryan
Julie Lindquist
January 24, 2021
Ryan was always a blast and a free spirit. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Sending love.
Unknown Davis
January 24, 2021
Used to see him everyday, god always takes the good ones, R.I.P ry
Pat Grattan
January 24, 2021
I remember Ryan from our Religious Education program at St. Luke's and my heart is so heavy for your tragic loss. May God bless, comfort and heal you all.
Lee and Seymour Glantz
January 24, 2021
Please express our sincere condolences to the Poland family.
Lee and Sim Glantz
Linda Ferria
January 23, 2021
Ryan was a beautiful person, with a smile that could light up a room, and a laugh like no one else, I can still hear it and it makes me smile. If you had the pleasure of meeting Ryan, he is someone you will never forget. We were all blessed and lucky to call him our family and friend. My prayers go out to all his family for their loss. He will be forever loved, missed and never forgotten.
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