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Ronald Michael RYAN Sr. obituary, St. Paul, MN

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Ronald RYAN Obituary

Age 81 From Saint Paul, MN Passed away at his lake home on Friday, September 2, 2022. Ron was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and St. Paul police officer of 40 years. He was raised in So. St. Paul, college graduate and was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy. His son, Ron Ryan Jr, preceded Ron in death. Ron is survived by his wife Colleen "Kelly" Ryan, daughter Maria (nee Ryan), (son-in-law, Brad) Hanggi and granddaughters Elena and Isabella. Funeral Mass 10am, Saturday, September 10th at Assumption Church, 51 7th St. W., St. Paul, with a visitation 1 hour prior to Mass and from 4-7pm, Friday September 9th at O'Halloran and Murphy Funeral Home, 575 Snelling Ave. S., St. Paul. In lieu of flowers please donate to Tunnel to Towers foundation (t2t.org) 651-698-0796


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Published by Pioneer Press from Sep. 4 to Sep. 7, 2022.

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Steve and Joanne Sporcic

September 12, 2022

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Ron was a wonderful classmate and friend and will be very much missed at our Reunions. He was the greatest Emcee and made us laugh. We will keep you Kelly, and your family in our prayers. Love and Prayers, Steve and Joanne Sporcic

Thomas Smith

September 11, 2022

My most sincere condolences to Kelly, Maria and the rest of the Ryan family. As difficult as a time this is, know that Ron´s legacy will live on with those of us lucky enough to have worked with Ron at the Saint Paul Police Department.

Tom Smith
Chief of Police (ret).

Mps

September 10, 2022

We have so many memories of being with the Ryans. Back from Ron Jr and our Tom in kindergarten, to skating for the hockey team at Hazel Park. Camping in our back yard.Then there was Junior Royalty where both our daughter Debbie and Ronnie applied and both were chosen to participate in parades and visiting places to show off their costumes and beautiful smiles. Camping at the Halbergs. Visiting at the Ryan cabin with Carol P.Ruth H, and me Geri. Our many memories will carry us through the years a head. We also must remember. "the good soup', Only certain people have that memory one is my son Tom. May you Kelly and Maria and the girls and Brad keep your sunny up. Be strong and remember the good times. my love to each of you. Most sincerely meant.

Julie Tatarek

September 9, 2022

I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I enjoyed talking to both of you when i delivered your mail on rose. I missed you two when you left. I will be thinking of you. your old mail carrier Julie Tatarek

Kathleen Brodkorb and family

September 9, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Kathleen K Brodkorb

September 9, 2022

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Cheryl J Linnell Kinney

September 8, 2022

Ron and his family were neighbors on 11th Ave. in So St Paul
we skated at the mudhole and played in the street..
MANY blessings to his family and friends as the changes in life continue..

John M Rybak

September 7, 2022

Prayers for the Ryan family at this difficult time . Kelly , my mother Carmen Rybak worked with you many years ago ..

Jacqueline M Heintz

September 7, 2022

I´m very sorry for your loss.
I never met Ron Sr. He was a great Officer and worked for the best police department ever. A true Irishman. May you find comfort in knowing he is reunited with Ron Jr. May God continue to bless you during this difficult time.

Barb Erickson Triemert

September 7, 2022

Ronnie Jr was a friend of mine in school. I remember how proud he always was of his dad and that he wanted to follow in his foot steps! My thoughts and prayers for your family at this difficult time!

Dan Flanagan

September 7, 2022

Ron, thanks for so many good memories! I look forward to seeing you as us Irish say "on down the road" !

Kelly, God bless you and your entire family!

Anna

September 7, 2022

My condolences to tge Ryan family... I knew Ron sr from his son jr.. He was a good guy and cop... Rest in peace. Prayers.. ANNA

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Sgt. David Struckman retired LeSueur Co Sheriff

September 5, 2022

Ron was a portrait of stength for all of us following the loss of a son. Rest In Peace brother you will not be forgotten.

Michael Ryan

September 4, 2022

I loved my Big Brother Ron so much. Ron was the most important person in my life. Ron is now with Ronnie and our Mom. Good luck with Mom. Kelly, Mia and family, I Love You All. Uncle Mike

Barb & Jeff Joynson

September 4, 2022

Jeff and I loved seeing you and Ron.. he will be missed by a lot of people who knew him. He was a wonderful guy.

Hugs to all and prayers to help you get through these difficult times.

Your family will be in our thoughts!

Barb & Jeff Joynson

Mary Weir

September 4, 2022

Ron was a wonderful person. I knew him from SPPD. He was a great cop. My condolences and sympathy to his family. Prayers to his family.

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