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Ryan Broghamer Obituary
Ryan M. Broghamer, 25, of Sullivan Street in Forty Fort, died Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010. Born April 25, 1984 in Kingston, Ryan was a member of the Class of 2002 of Wyoming Valley West High School. He continued his education at Penn State University in Lehman and earned his bachelor of arts in communications and journalism from Wilkes University in 2006. Ryan had been a 911 Telecommunicator for Luzerne County for the past two years and was also active as an EMT for Swoyersville Ambulance and Deputy EMS Chief for Wyoming Hose Co. No. 1. Ryan loved life and had a true passion for music. He was a member of the Marching Band and District Band in high school, the Jazz Band, Civic Band and Chorus at Wilkes, and the Wyoming Valley Barbershop Chorus. While he was at Wilkes, Ryan was an intern for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins hockey team, and he became active with the AHL Broomball league, where he played goalie. His maternal grandparents, Fred and Regina Charnoski Sweinberg, and paternal grandparents, Joseph and Madeline O'Neil Broghamer, preceded him in death. Ryan was the wind beneath the wings of his parents, Robert and Gail Steinberg Broghamer, and his sister, Ashley. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends who will miss him. Ryan's Life will be Celebrated in a Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Friday in Church of Holy Family, 574 Bennett St., Luzerne. Interment will be in Oak Lawn Cemetery in Hanover Township. Visitation will be held today, from 5 to 8 p.m., at McLaughlin's Family Funeral Service, 142 S. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre. Memorial donations are preferred and may be made to Maltby Volunteer Fire Company, 253 Owen Street, Swoyersville, PA 18704. To see Ryan's Life Story, get directions, leave a message, share memories, photos and more, go to www.celebratehislife.com .
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Memories and Condolences
for Ryan Broghamer
Beverly Cottle
January 7, 2023
Our son, Kevin, was best friends with Ryan. To this day Kevin misses his buddy. Ryan´s picture has been hung on Kevin´s refrigerator along with photos of our granddaughter, Kevin´s daughter. I wanted you to know that the Cottle family has not forgotten Ryan. Love, Bruce, Beverly, and Kevin, Crystal & Lily Cottle
Lauren Kerstetter
February 7, 2010
You always dared to disturb the universe. Rest in peace, Bubba.
Gary Burney
January 31, 2010
I played fantasy baseball with Ryan for the last 6plus years.. Ryan was a great guy, I didn't know if very well outside of that but what I did know of him is nothing but great things..... I am very sorry for you loss.... May God be with you at this time...
Paul Goeringer
January 18, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss, I did not know Ryan, but a close friend Ed Conner told me what a great person he was. God bless , and comfort you in this heartbreaking time.
Deb Myers
January 16, 2010
Ryan you were a great person and all who knew you know how special you were. You touched so many lives and we are missed deeply by everyone you left behind. My sypathy goes out to your family and your girlfriend and the friends you left here. The AHL Bromball tournement will not be the same without you this year but watch over all of us and protect us and keep us safe. I will miss you....I will never forget the last time i saw you, the last time we talked and now i must say my good friend i will see you later!! OH GOD BLESS YOU AND I LOVE YOU!
Corrine Rushkowski-Satriano
January 15, 2010
What very little I knew of 'Bubba' from his friendship with my little sister was a charasmatic, witty young man with a smile painted across his face. Even this quick crossing of paths left a permanent fond memory in my mind. I am better off for having met him and will keep his memory close to my heart.
January 15, 2010
Ryan was so young and so full of life it truly is a sad day. It is a wonderful God that we have, he can and will help you with your loss and loneliness. Remember to call on him and like a loving father he will be there to comfort you. My prayers are with all the family and friends that he was blessed to have.
Lesa Shusta
January 15, 2010
I baby sat for Ryan and Ashley in the summer of 1991. He was a delightful child, so bright with such a promising future. Even at the age of 5 or 6 he was so articulate and I was able to talk with him about so many things. I am shocked and saddened about his passing, and my prayers are with the entire family.
Donna Dowling-Hall
January 15, 2010
To Ryan's Family and Friends,
On behalf of the Philadelphia Phantoms Phan Club, I wish to extend to you our condolences. Ryan was somebody special and will be truly missed by all who had the chance to cross paths with him.
January 15, 2010
Dear Gail, Bob and Ashley:
What can one say. A young, vibrant, beautiful young man taken from us all too soon. We are so sorry for your loss, and pray that God will give you the strength to endure the pain of such a devastating tragedy. Our hearts and prayers are with you. Emily, Bill and Rob Isaacs
Laura Gaiteri
January 14, 2010
Dear Gail,Bob,and Ashley,
There are no words to express how saddened and deeply sorry I am for your loss. I still see that blonde haired,big eyed little boy telling me he would never,ever be able to write his name in cursive because it was, "way too long". Over the years I watched him become a wonderful,caring,dedicated,loving young man...always with a great big,"Hi" and a contagious smile,never a complaint. Just a few weeks ago,I saw him in Walgreens and we talked for a long time...he was so excited about his life as I teased him about his rides for his hoagies. Ryan lived life to the fullest.
My prayers and thoughts are with you. Ryan will be missed very,very much. Ryan was an exceptional young man. May you rest in peace with our love Ryan...you will be greatly missed
Mary Ann Ratajczak
January 14, 2010
Dear Gail and family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your son Ryan. May god bless you all. Rest in peace Ryan.
Amy Drobish
January 14, 2010
Dear Gail, Bob, and Ashley,
I am truly saddened upon hearing about Ryan's passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris O'Shea
January 14, 2010
Ryan
may you rest in peace,Gone to soon. Your smile,laughter and your friendship will be missed by all of us at the AHL Broomball tournaments.
My prayers and thoughts go out to your family and friends.
Sympathies and condolences also are extended from the Worcester Sharks Booster Club and Broomball Team to the WBS Penguins Boosters and Broomball Team
Laura (Simon) Donaldson
January 14, 2010
Many thoughts & prayers go out to the Broghammer family at this devastating time. Such a fantastic person was taken from us far too early. Ryan made everything that much better for all us who had the pleasure of being in an organization with him because of his huge smile and personality. I feel honored to have called Ryan a friend throughout high school and in the years since. Rest in Peace, Ryan. You are already missed by everyone more than words than describe.
January 14, 2010
Gail,Bob & Ashley:
I cannot find the words to offer you comfort for there is none! Ryan would be in and out of our lives by his friendship with our niece Jen Powell and always would bring a smile to our hearts.
You have our most deepest sympathy:
Roseanne & Jim Gallagher
Dennis Curtin
January 14, 2010
Dear Bob, Gail and Ashley, my deepest sympathies go out to you. Ryan was truely one of the nicest people I have ever met. Fun loving and outgoing. Myself and my family will miss him.
Joe Lynch
January 14, 2010
Your spirit shall forever be in my heart...a good kid....a great man....a giant of humanity...
Tom Ksiezopolski
January 14, 2010
I'll always remember the shifts I worked alongside Ryan. No matter how bad the day was, he was always there to make me laugh. He always gave his friends, family, and his patients 110%. Thank you for all the great memories Ryan. You will be missed greatly. My heart and prayers go out to his friends and family.
April Grasso
January 14, 2010
Marching band just wouldn't have been the same had you not been there. You brought good cheer and good times to all the competitions and games. You will always be a talented and great artist. You will be missed greatly. My prayers and thoughts are with your family and friends.
melissa hughes
January 14, 2010
ryan you were a true hero among men and will be missed greatly by everyone who has ever had the pleasure of knowing you.
justine borino
January 14, 2010
Gail & Family,With deepest sympathy at the loss of your son.May your faith help comfort all of you through this sad time.Memory Eternal Ryan!!Justine Borino
Rose Drobish
January 14, 2010
Gail,Bob and Ashley,
Words cannot express my sorrow at Ryan's passing. He was a great kid and I will remember him in my prayers.
Janelle Gaiteri
January 14, 2010
I'll never forget growing up with you, and spending the summers riding bikes, playing cops, and watching you chase emergency vehicles up and down the street, or around the block (since we weren't allowed off that block!) You and Robbie with your bicycles that had not only sirens, but red and blue lights on it. You've done more in your short life time, than many can only dream about. But even better Ryan, you made an impact on more people than anyone can ever imagine. You took care of strangers that were in-need, as if they were a family member. You will never be forgotten.
Debby Ciccone
January 13, 2010
Whenever Ryan and I shared an ambulance shift, there was always a lot of laughter and if we were lucky, a nice hearty lunch :) Ryan was a skilled EMT and will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with his friends and family.
The Siracuse Family
January 13, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to your family and friends. We were so glad to have known you and to have shared a part of our lives with you. You spent a lot of time at our home when you were younger...grocery shopping with Charlie early Saturday mornings...Civil Air Patrol with Garon...working New Years' Eve's at Piledggi's. We are so sorry we became out of touch with you in the past years. You were sweet and funny and just a good kid all around. Sleep in peace until we meet again. The Siracuse Family -- Chas, Cathy, Garon
Beverly Cottle
January 13, 2010
To Ryan's family, all our love and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. I want to "thank you" for sharing your dear son, Ryan, with us. We had the pleasure and honor of knowing Ryan and he was a blessing to our son, Kevin, who worked with Ryan frequently as his partner and he was a blessing to our entire family as well with his famous outlook and perspective and infectious smile and laugh! I will always remember Ryan for coming to our home for chocolate milk and string cheese! He was an absolute joy to have around and a true precious friend to our son whose heart is aching over the loss of his "buddy." May God hold you in the palms of His hands and bring you peace in knowing that He has said to Ryan, "well done thou good and faithful servant" because Ryan was truly a young man with a servant's heart. All our love, Bruce and Beverly Cottle
Kevin Cottle
January 13, 2010
I always enjoyed working with, and spending time with ryan, he is an amazing partner, EMT, dispather, and more importantly an amazing person. He will truly be missed. Ryan touched so many lives and made such a positive impact on everyone he met. I remember working with him and no matter how bad your day was, when he walked in he always knew what to say and do to make everything better. I really miss you bud.
cathy Curtin
January 13, 2010
I will always remember ryan telling Shannon that "I Love your Family"
We all really loved him and are glad we were able to know him. He was so good to my mom as well. We will miss him.
Cathy Curtin
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