Martin Joseph Ryan

RYAN, Martin Joseph. Sept 2, 1932 to March 4, 2022.  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the  peaceful passing of a beloved husband, father, poppy, grand-poppy, brother and brother-in-law Martin Ryan of Whitbourne. Leaving to mourn is his wife of 65 years Cecilia (Saunders), children Tony, Kevin (Carol).  Ramona (Dave Warford), Michelle (Wayne Foley),  Mary ( Bill Macintosh), Damian (Judy), David, Donna, Linda (Terry Gillam), Martin Jr. Sixteen grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, sister Blanche (Joe Dray) and special life long friend Mabel Brennan.

Predeceased by parents John and Elizabeth Ryan of Little Paradise. Placentia Bay, Brothers Greg, Peter, and Anthony. Sisters Dorothy Hickey, May Ward, and  Katherine Houlihan, and best friend Pius Brennan.

A special thank you to the staff at Agnes Pratt for their excellent care and compassion

Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home, 33A Cabot Avenue, Whitbourne, NL. Visitation on Monday, March 7, 2022 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm and  7:00 – 9:00 pm by invitation only. Vax pass is required. Mask is required at the Funeral Home at all times.

Funeral Mass 11:00 am  Tuesday, March 8, 2022. In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity of your choice.

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30 Comments

  1. Another special man gone to rest with relatives and Friends to pave the way for us.Rest in Peace with the angels Martin.See you later Gentleman.

  2. Martin was one of the best people I ever met and will never forget him. Linda your family is so amazing xx and it’s been a privilege all these years. Cecilia you are a legend and someone so very special and we love you so much❤️Much love to you all xx

  3. Ryan family so sorry to hear of Martian’s passing our condolences to all the families.May he Rest In Peace.

  4. Aunt Cecily and family,
    So sorry to hear of Uncle Martin’s passing,
    my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    May he rest in peace.

  5. My condolences to the Ryan family. I remember Marty when lived in whitbourne… very well likedmoan and will be missed by all

  6. To Cecilia and her beautiful children and extened familes , you have been in my thoughts snd prayers. Martin was a great man to all. He always gave me a laugh . He was well known with our church community, and did his part. Rip , Martin. Cecilia , we need to keep in touch . Hugs snd love , my friend . God bless you.

  7. Our deepest condolences to my sister Cecilia and all of the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sending hugs

    Joe, Ilda, Ana and Sammy Saunders

  8. So, so sad to hear of Uncle Martin’s passing. Glad I had the opportunity to visit during the Christmas season, never thinking it would be our last. 🥲 I will remember his silly and absurd comments however it was all in fun😊. He loved to have a few choice words over his favourite hockey team especially when they were losing. Haha
    Sorry I cannot be with at this time but my heart and soul will be there.
    Sending sincere condolences to you all !
    There are no words❤️😇

  9. Our thoughts and prAyers are with the Ryan fAmily at this sad time. Keep your memories of Martin close to your heart. R.I.P.

  10. We are so sorry to hear this sad news. We will keep the family in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Rest In Peace Martin.

  11. Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to my beautiful sister,Cecilia and family.
    May you feel our love embrace you during this sad time.
    Rest In Peace Martin.
    God Bless,
    Madonna, John,Regina, Jeff, Cheryl and Jay.

  12. We were so dad to hear that Martin had passed. I have lots of great memories of our families visiting and vacationing together. You are all in our thoughts. Hugs to all.

  13. So sorry to hear of Martins passing.We have had so many good times together over the years.Sending my greatest sympathy to all the family.Thinking of you all.May he RIP.

  14. Dear Aunt Cecilia and family, we were very sorry to hear of Uncle Martin’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    All our love
    Liz, Jay, Willy and Melanie

  15. So sorry to hear of Martins passing.So many great memories over the years,and so many laughs.We will all hold him dear in our hearts.My greatest sympathies to all the family.
    I think of you like my own.
    Love and hugs to all.

  16. Just heard of Martin’sdeath.Loving Sympathy and prayers to you all.Guess he and Gary Hickey are having a chat and a few laughs now!
    God Bless you all
    Beth

  17. Cecilia and family
    We are sorry to hear of Martin’s passing. Treasure your beautiful memories to help you through the days ahead
    Loving Sympathy God bless you all.

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