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Ryan O'Connor Obituary
Ryan is survived by his loving parents, Jean (Webb) and Thomas N. O'Connor; his sister, Kerry and her husband David Hooper of Nashua, NH; and his brother, Brendan and his wife Jessica (Coulson) of Barre; his paternal grandmother, Dorothy O'Connor along with many loving aunts, uncles and cousins.
Ryan attended Algonquin Regional High School and enjoyed hiking, golfing, sailing and was a passionate guitarist. Ryan also earned a Brown Belt in Karate.
A funeral service will be held at 10 AM on Tuesday, August 24th, 2010 at Church of the Nativity, 45 Howard St., Northborough. Calling hours will be on Monday, August 23rd, 2010, 5-8PM at Hays Funeral Home, 56 Main St., Northborough.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to: You Inc., 81 Plantation St., Worcester, MA 01604 or to UMass' dedicated Financial Aid Endowment Fund, UMass Medical School/UMass Memorial Development Office, 333 South St., Shrewsbury, MA 01545.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ryan O'Connor
Heather LaJeunesse
September 10, 2010
Tom, Jean, Brendan, Jessica, Kerry, David and Hank and Hartley(Because I know they miss him and realize his presence is lost) I cannot express in words how trully sorry I am for Ryan's loss. He was an amazing person who left me with TONS of happy memories and experiances, as well as introduced me to so many great things in life. I will carry on all of the good things he taught me and great memories and try to share them with others. Your son was trully an angel on earth, here to shelter others and take on everyone's pain, including his own. My family and I are still, and always will be here for all of you, and if ANY of you needs anything, please don't hesitate to ask. There isn't a day that goes by that he's not on my mind and just know, he's in a better place, with Rhys and Mr. Borey and everyone else who has passed and he's finally in peace, which he deserves more than anyone. I love you all like my own family and I thank you for all you have done for me over the years. Again, my deepest condolances and please don't ever hesitate to call for anything. I love you all.
Always here,
Heather LaJeunesse
Noreen
September 9, 2010
Jean and Tom, So sorry for your loss. Your family and friends are here for you.
Judy G.
September 3, 2010
Dearest Jean & Family,
Learning of your great loss just last night leaves all of us with a heavy heart. Our children are our most precious gifts and when one is taken away too soon the hole in our hearts cannot be measured. May your days be gentle. God bless all of you.
September 2, 2010
Ryan,
I will never forget our great memories together. I hope you realize you are responsible for introducing the girls and I to pfunk... What a legacy you created! So many great memories, and lots of laughter and love. I will always remember your wonderful smile and that amazing laugh. I know you are at peace now- and we will keep your spirit alive in our thoughts everyday. rest in peace, friend.
<3 tiff
Dave
September 2, 2010
Ryan, you wher truely one of my best friends. i will never forget all the times driving around blasting pearl jam, our me you cory and jon going to the pearl jam concert, we had so much fun!!! you and your family will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. Till the day we meet again, I love you ry.
Reggi Baika
August 30, 2010
There is no greater loss than that of a child. May God's peace and love guide you through to at least begin to heal your shattered hearts. Deepest Sympathies
Jan Haughey
August 30, 2010
Tom, and family,
It was with such sadness that I learned of your great loss. Close your eyes and feel him, he is here with you always.
Erika Browning
August 27, 2010
Jean,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Madeline Herman
August 27, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Aj Bruce
August 25, 2010
We will all miss you RyGuy. Had some good times with you and others in the past and I won't forget them. I know you're in a better place now and my thoughts and prayers still go out to your family.
Meredith Jackson- Speller
August 24, 2010
Tom and Jean,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. I did not know Ryan but I know what a blessing our children are. May you find comfort in your memories.
With love,Meredith
Krista Bergstrom
August 24, 2010
You will be dearly missed Ryan. You were too young and had a lot to offer this life. My prayers are with you and your family.
Kerri Field
August 24, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss, for your son and brother who was taken from you so soon. You are all in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Alicia Sutter
August 23, 2010
rest in peace you will be missed
Ruth Lopriore
August 23, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.
Laurie
August 23, 2010
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My heart aches for your entire family and my daughter Amie. May God watch over each of you and guide you through this awful time. You are all in my prayers.
Ashley Otenti
August 23, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go to Ryan and his family. I'll never forget that bright smile
Fred Escobar
August 23, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to you and the family, truly our hearts go out to you.
crystal
August 22, 2010
R.I.P Ryan my prayers go out to you and your family.
Heather
August 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,may you rest in peace ryan.
A
August 22, 2010
Prayers are with all of you in this time of great sorrow for a bright light that was snuffed out too soon...r.i.p~
Alissa Sefton
August 22, 2010
My sympathy goes out to all of Ryan’s family and friends. May we all remember the good times we shared with him and celebrate the life he lived, though it was taken much too soon. Ryan will surely be missed, along with his smile and contagious laughter.
Sam Cooley
August 22, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Georgia Brown
August 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the O'Connor family and friends at this time of sorrow.
I Remember Ryan visiting my salon quite a few times and he always had that smile. He always made a point of asking how I was and always asked how Alissa (my daughter) was and what she was up to. They graduated together and were friends since middle school. He will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Georgia Brown
August 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the O'Connor family and friends at this time of sorrow.
I Remember Ryan visiting my salon quite a few times and he always had that smile. He always made a point of asking how I was and always asked how Alissa (my daughter) was and what she was up to. They graduated together and were friends since middle school. He will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Nicole
August 22, 2010
I will never forget you Ryan, RIP
August 22, 2010
Dear Tom and Jean - Words cannot express my thoughts and prayers as you go through these days. I trust that you will be able to find comfort in the joys you did have while he was with you before he was called to leave. My family and I send our prayers for you. Love, your cousin Karen Berridge
Channing House
August 22, 2010
God bless Ryan and his family. A beautiful young life taken well before his time. R.I.P. brother.
Joanne Park
August 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with all of your family. I cannot express in words the way I feel, but I want you to know I am here for you in anyway you need.
Love,
Joanne
Ashley Gorman (Stone)
August 22, 2010
My heart goes out to all of Ryan's family and friends at this time and in the days ahead. I had not seen Ryan for many years but have always and will always remembered him as a good classmate that could make a lot of people smile
Ande Lockwood
August 22, 2010
Jean, Tom, Kerry and Brendan, David and Jessica we can't begin to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. As you have said, Ryan is finally in a peaceful place and that we can draw strength from.
Love,
Ande
August 22, 2010
Jean, Tom, Kerry and Brendan, David and Jessica we can't begin to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. As you have said, Ryan is finally in a peaceful place and that we can draw strength from.
Love,
Ande
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