It is with heavy hearts and fond memories we
announce the passing of Michael J. Ryan, also known as “little
mike”. Passed away at the Placentia Health Centre on September
11, 2021 at the age of 89.
Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Hilda Ryan
of Petite Forte, sisters Mary Wakeham, Stella Elias, brother Anthony
Ryan and baby sister Rosemary. Parents-in-law William and Annie
Barry.
Leaving to mourn his loving and devoted wife of
63 years, Marguerite Ryan, the loves of his life, daughters Brenda
(Kevin) Jones, and granddaughters Deandra (Carson) and Breanna (Adam).
His sisters Anne (Don) Tarrant, Angela (John) Hanrahan, Nellie (Ron
Deceased) Boylan, brother Pat (Blanche deceased) Ryan and
brother-in-laws James Wakeham, Bill Barry, Jim Barry (Rose Deceased),
sister-in-law Frances (Larry) Foley and Winnie (Ed Deceased) Barry,
May (Gerald Deceased) Barry and Florence (Jack Deceased) Barry. Also a
large circle of nieces and nephews, friends and special friends Ned
Fitzgerald, Pius Ryan (cousin), Jim and Roberta Moore and Laura
Kitzke.
Mike was a great provider, hard worker and lived
by dignity. The salt of the sea was in his blood, he tried many jobs
but fishing was his true calling. He worked on the Naval Base in
Argentia, captain of the Morgan Star and was a Jack of all trades,
from building his house and boats, also an honorary member of the Star
of the Sea Association, Placentia. He suffered many ailments now god
has called him home.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to
Maher’s Funeral Home, Placentia. Visitation to take place
Wednesday from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. on a Thursday,
September 16th.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Michael Ryan 1932 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Placentia, Province: T-N