WORCESTER-John P. Ryan, 56, died Sunday, November 2nd in St. Mary Healthcare Center after a courageous battle with cancer. He leaves a sister, Kathleen M. Ryan of West Boylston; a brother, Matthew F. Ryan, Jr. of Holden; 3 nieces and 5 nephews; aunts and uncles.
He was born in Worcester the son of Mathew F. Ryan, Sr. and Rita L. (Giorgio) Ryan and attended St. Peter’s High School. Mr. Ryan worked as a cement finisher for the City of Worcester, Department of Public Works, until his retirement. He was active in animal rescue efforts and enjoyed nature.
The funeral will be Thursday, November 6th from O’CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue, Worcester with a Mass at 10:00 AM in St. Andrew the Apostle Church, 5 Spaulding Street. There are no calling hours. Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery. Family, relatives and friends of John Ryan are gathering before the Mass in the funeral home from 9:00 AM until 9:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Why Me & Sherry’s House, 1152 Pleasant Street, Worcester, MA, 01602.