Name: Calling hours for Virginia Mary "Ginny" Ryan
Start: 2018-08-03T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-08-03T17:00:00.000Z
Location: Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home Ltd.

Ryan, Virginia "Ginny" Mary LATHAM Virginia "Ginny" Moore Ryan, 89, of Latham, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2018, at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Utica with her loving family at her side. Born on February 17, 1929, in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Michael J. and the late Gertrude (Schafer) Moore. She was a 1947 graduate of Philip Schuyler High School. Ginny married Patrick F. Ryan on November 26, 1950, in St. James Church in Albany, and the two cherished 67 loving years of marriage prior to her passing. They met dancing and they danced for the rest of their lives. Ginny was an office manager for Dr. Anthony Tripoli in Albany for 20 years until retirement in 1992. Survivors include her beloved husband Patrick F. Ryan; her loving children, Thomas (Barbara) Ryan of Clinton, Karen (Dr. Michael) Sbuttoni of Slingerlands, Kathleen (Gary) Franko of Latham, and Lori (Mark Edgar) Ryan of Auburn, N.H. Ginny also leaves behind nine cherished grandchildren, Michael and Matthew Ryan, Michele Thompson, Michael and Ashley Sbuttoni, Jason and Brendan Franko, Jason and Steven Edgar as well as thirteen adored great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son Michael Ryan; twin-daughters, Laurie and Lorraine Ryan; her siblings, Ann DeCosmo, William Moore, Dorothy Flanagan, Catherine Moore, and her twin brother Johnny Moore. Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Friday, August 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home, 149 Old Loudon Rd., Latham. Funeral services for Ginny will be celebrated immediately following the visitation at 1 p.m. in the Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home with Reverend Nick TeBordo officiating. Entombment will take place in Graceland Cemetery, Albany. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in our mother's name, as this was her favorite charity. For directions, information, to light a memory candle or order flowers for the family please visit www.dufresneandcavanaugh.com.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Aug. 1 to Aug. 2, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Virginia Ryan

9 Entries

Ginny and Pat

Kathleen Franko

August 12, 2018

My Mom was such a beautiful lady! She was a wonderful, loving Mother who always put her children first. She was a great role model who raised four children to be strong, compassionate, loving, generous, happy, humble and respectful of others. She raised us to value and appreciate our family and friends and to treasure these relationships. When sad things happened in our lives she allowed us time to cry and then made us get up and get on with our lives. She touched the lives of everyone who knew her and I am so very blessed to have had my Mom for 63 years. Heaven has received a Beautiful Angel! Love you forever Mom! Kathy xoxox

Nora Ryan

August 4, 2018

I always admired Ginny and all her kindnesses over many many years. I'm sure her children will carry on her legacy as she raised them May all the family fine peace in their hearts knowing Ginny is healed of all earthly pain. I'm sorry to hear this news. I sent a special hug to Pat that he too will be comforted. Nora ryan.

Emily Kuder

August 3, 2018

Heaven has truly gained a angel , she will be truley missed , and forever hold a place in my heart.

Emily Kuder

August 3, 2018

My sincerely condolences to her family, Ginny was such a amazing, kind hearted, generous person with a beautiful soul .. I had the honor of doing her hair for the past 4+ years and she will be truly missed . She knew how to light up a room and all of us at fantastic sams always loved to see her come in. She has touch so many hearts and I will always remember her she has a permanent spot in my heart . Heaven has truley gained a angel ..

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Emily Kuder

August 3, 2018

Ginny was such a amazing, kind hearted, generous person with a beautiful soul .. I had the honor of doing her hair for the past 5 years and she will be truly missed . She knew how to light up a room and all of us fantastic sams always loved to see her come in. She has touch so many hearts and I will always remember her. She has a permanent spot in my heart ..

Krissie Snyder

August 3, 2018

My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Ginny. I used to do her hair many years ago and looked forward to the days I would see her. Ginny was an amazing woman with a beautiful heart and a loving spirit. Rest in peace, Ginny.

JUNE Busold

August 3, 2018

My sincere condolences to your family. It is so difficult when you lose a parent. Ginny was a favorite friend of mine going back many years ago when our daughters were attending schools together and were friends as well. God blessed your family with a loving caring mom. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy, JUNE Busold