It is with broken hearts that the family of Ralph Francis Ryan, of Southern Harbour, NL, formerly of St. Joseph’s, Placentia Bay, announce his passing at Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital, Clarenville on Monday, January 15, 2024 at the age of 65.
Ralph was predeceased by his loving parents Robert & Margaret Ryan, Father and Mother in-law Maurice & Margaret Best, sister in-law Matilda Ryan, brothers in-law George Best, Rick Best and Gerry Riggs, his best friend Terry Parsons and his two nephews Corey Pirotta and Samuel Clements.
Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories to cherish forever, his wife Linda Ryan of 45 years, his three children who loved their Dad dearly, son Justin (Melissa) and their three beautiful girls Victoria, Abigail and Lily, daughter Cherise (Stevie) step-sons Marco and Marcus, son Paul (Melissa) and their two gorgeous girls Ava and Layla. Brothers and sisters Maurice (Alice), Patrick, Mike (Judy), Robert (Marilyn), Clara (David), brother and best friend Norman (Mary), Arthur (Donna), Rita (Ed), Blanche, plus his brothers and sisters in-laws Joan (Bill), Leo (Cindy, his singing and playing buddy), Rubert (Helen), Gord (Wendy), Carolann (Shawn), Randy (Pam), Teresa, and his nephew Maurice Best aka Johnny whom he thought of as his own, plus a large circle of extended family and friends, too many to list but none the less never forgotten.
Ralph loved his family dearly. His children and grandchildren were his pride and joy. If he didn’t receive a call from Justin, Cherise and Paul (he always did), he was sure to say “Linda, did you hear from anyone yet today?” He wanted to make sure everyone was doing well. He was always so proud of them, and he made that known throughout his life. He started his career as a fisherman and later became a pipefitter as well, both giving him so much joy and the ability to provide for his family. Those who worked with him knew him for his hard work and big laugh. He was always up for a joke, especially when it came to the good ol’ hockey game (when the leaf’s lost), he was sure to ask Linda how to post the scores on facebook the next morning. His big smile, his laugh and his little wave will be missed the most, but the stories and jokes will last his family and friends a lifetime. His hard work, determination, and legacy that he leaves behind will never be forgotten. The family would like to give a very special thank you to his family doctor Jacqie Elliott and the nurses and doctors who cared for him at Eastern Health.
Flowers kindly accepted or a donation to Autism Society of Newfoundland
Resting at Christ The King Roman Catholic Church, Southern Harbour. Visitation Tuesday, January 16, 2024 7-9 p.m., and Wednesday, January 17, 2024 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place Thursday, January 18. 2024 at 11:00 a.m. with interment at Christ The King Cemetery, Southern Harbour
“Don’t be too lonely now while I am gone, ‘Cause I will be back when the robins come home”
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Jamie Compton says
January 16, 2024 at 12:51 pmI am so sorry for your loss. Ralph was a great man and will be forever missed
Linda & Family says
March 14, 2024 at 9:02 amThank you
Cairine Woodman says
January 16, 2024 at 1:31 pmI was sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. My condolences to his family on their loss.
Bride Hepditch says
January 17, 2024 at 9:33 pmSorry to hear of Ralph’s passing.
Linda & Family says
March 14, 2024 at 9:06 amThank you Bride
Linda& Family says
March 14, 2024 at 9:03 amThank you!
Ethel Mulrooney. says
January 16, 2024 at 1:37 pmMy thought and prayers to all your family. So sorry for your my Linda. RIP IN PEACE MY FRIEND.🙏🙏
Dianne pirotta says
January 16, 2024 at 1:44 pmSincere condolences 🤗🙏🏼❤️
🥲🙏🏼Let me start to say uncle Ralph will be missed tremendously our hearts are broken 🥲was a special person to everyone his smile his laugh will live on forever never forgotten we made so much beautiful memories that will live on forever ❤️I will always open the window and say hi uncle Ralph you home I love you Brandon says uncle Ralph I have that paint brush ready ❤️And yes he always said Brandon you still in bed get out of bed 😝
😇🙏🏼 MISS YOU ALWAYS FOREVER FROM ALL OF US love from all my family 🙏🏼❤️ LOVE YOU Uncle RALPH ❤️🙏🏼🥲RIP
Dion Gorman says
January 16, 2024 at 2:20 pmCondolences to Justin and his family , sorry for your loss.
Barbara Hudson (Evans) …. Pouch Cove says
January 16, 2024 at 3:42 pmCondolences to all of Ralph’s family. May he rest in Peace.
Dianne&Jim Lake says
January 16, 2024 at 5:05 pmOur thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so saddened to hear of Ralph’s passing. This is such a difficult time for you and your family. Cherish your memories they will help you through. He will never be forgotten. RIP Ralph.
Patrick and Clara whyte says
January 16, 2024 at 5:10 pmOur condolences to Blanche on the passing of her brother also his family .
Debbie Williams says
January 16, 2024 at 9:27 pmMy sincere condolences to Linda and all the family. May his memory be a blessing. Rest in Peace, Ralph.
veronica wakeham says
January 16, 2024 at 5:34 pmSo sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. May your happy memories bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Hilda Wareham says
January 17, 2024 at 6:46 pmLinda Thinking of you and Family,at this sad Time
Mary Hynes says
January 16, 2024 at 6:34 pmBlanche and Linda, our deepest sympathy to you and your families. God bless and keep you during this difficult time. Mary and Reg Hynes
Bernice Crowley says
January 16, 2024 at 7:12 pmSo saddened to hear of Ralph’s passing. My deepest condolences to all his family and friends. May all your beautiful memories help you through those sad and difficult days. RIP Ralph
The Stones says
January 16, 2024 at 8:08 pmLinda and Cherise and families,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Ralph’s passing. Although we only got to know him briefly over the last month we will always remember his genuine kindness and his very good nature. It was certainly a pleasure to meet him and to get to know him. Please accept our most heartfelt condolences at this most difficult time and know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Stone family. Monroe, Trinity Bay
Gladys Morgan says
January 16, 2024 at 8:52 pmLinda, Blanche and all of Ralph’s family, sincere condolences on Ralph’s passing. May all the wonderful memories you have help you through the difficult days ahead. RIP Ralph
Doreen & Tom Ryan says
January 16, 2024 at 9:43 pmTo Linda, Justin, Cherise, Paul & all of Ralph’s family
We are very sorry for your tremendous loss. god bless you all.
Placentia U11 girls says
January 16, 2024 at 10:39 pmOur team is sending hugs to Layla and her family. We’re all sorry for your loss.
Kevin Finlay says
January 17, 2024 at 2:59 pmSo sorry Linda to hear of Ralph’s passing.What a terrible time this has to be for you and your family.RIP Ralph.
Corey warren says
January 16, 2024 at 11:08 pmSorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. My condolences to all his family. I had some good laughs with Ralph on the golf course and always a good chat when ever we met.
Eddie and Lynne Whiffen says
January 17, 2024 at 12:30 amDeeply sorry and praying for strength and peace for all of you.
Bruce and Marilyn Lambert says
January 18, 2024 at 10:44 amOur condolences to your family. We were very sad to hear of Ralph’s passing. Sorry we are unable to attend the funeral but we will be thinking about all of you and at this sad time in your lives.
Alemina Mulrooney- Martin says
January 17, 2024 at 11:32 amOur condolences to you and your family..May your memories of Ralph keep you strong at this time. Thinking of you Linda.
Sharon Rogers says
January 17, 2024 at 4:22 pmLinda and family, so sorry for your loss.. Ralph was such a happy ,funny -loving person. We had some great times with him and Terry . Condolences to all the family. Dennis and Sharon
Roy Careen says
January 17, 2024 at 5:07 pmSo sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. We are on holidays right now. Only for that we would be to his funeral. Thinking of Norm and his family. Condolences to all. May he rest in peace..
Fred Thornhill says
January 18, 2024 at 10:34 amSorry unable to attend the service this morning. Mine and Wanda’s condolence to the whole family. Keep the memories close to your hearts. Good by Mr. Ralph !
Harvey Jarvis says
January 18, 2024 at 11:03 amDeepest condolences to all his family and friends. I met him shortly after the 3Ps cod moratorium was declared and we spend many days/weeks/months together fighting for justice for Placentia Bay fish harvesters. He was one of the most knowledgeable, hard working gentleman I have known. Rest easy Ralph.
Dave ingram says
January 18, 2024 at 11:10 amSorry for your loss. I will forever remember our chats at hockey game and anywhere I would run into him. Great friend.
Rom Dalton says
January 18, 2024 at 11:49 amTo Ralph’s Family
Sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing, a man dedicated to everything he done in life.condolences to all his family and friends. R I P RALPH
Marie says
January 18, 2024 at 12:33 pmSo sorry to hear of RaLphs passing . Your precious memories will keep him with you forever
Loomis Way says
January 18, 2024 at 1:07 pmSorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. Sincere Condolences to his families.
Cam Brinston says
January 18, 2024 at 1:46 pmCondolences to the Ryan family. I’m sure there are many fond memories to draw on at this difficult time. RIP Ralph
Andy and Pat says
January 19, 2024 at 6:48 pmSorry to hear of Ralph’s passing our thoughts are with you
Drodge says
January 20, 2024 at 11:14 pmSorry to learn of Mr.Ryan’s passing. Condolences to the Ryan family at this difficult time. Ralph’s humour leaves us with fond memories in the short time we knew him.
May you rest in peace, Mr. Ryan.
Linda & Family says
March 14, 2024 at 9:00 amThank you!
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