Roderick Ryan

August 12, 2016

Obituary

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving wife and daughter, Rod Ryan, aged 54 years. Predeceased by his father Henry; sister Nancy and parents in law Ruth and Albert Gould.  Leaving to celebrate his life is his wife of 23 years, Sharon; his daughter Rebecca; mother Mary Ellen; siblings Eugene (Julia), Raymond, Tony (Cathy), Cathy, Trish (Claude), and Dan (Sarah); a large number of relatives from the Gould family including brothers and sisters in law, nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews; also many other relatives and friends, too numerous to mention.  A special thank you to Dr.  Alison Hillman and the first responders, Torbay Volunteer Fire Department.  Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Sunday August 14 from 7-9 p.m. and Monday August 15 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  Funeral service to be held from the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Tuesday August 16 at 2:00 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Rod’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Schedule

Visitations

7-9 p.m. on August 14, 2016

2-4 p.m. on August 15, 2016

7-9 p.m. on August 15, 2016

Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral

2:00pm, Tuesday August 16th

The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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Sharon,Rebecca and family,
I cannot tell you how shocked and saddened we are after hearing of Rod’s passing. We extend our sincere condolences to you and the family. Memories are precious rely on them during this difficult time. May God give you strength.

Roddy made me laugh so much in high school he always had a way of putting a smile on your face even when you weren’t feeling up to it. Rest in peace Roddy, maybe you will run into my husband who passed away 3 years ago. I know the pain your family is going through as I still go through it today. I know that wherever you are you will help your family get through the hard times. My thoughts are with your family and my sincere condolences

Hi I’m Cathy, a rider on Metrobus. I got to know Rod a little later on in years. I just want to offer my deepest condolences to his family. He was a nice man. He’ll be sadly missed. Another angel has gained his wings. Fly high, Rod, high above the clouds. Rest in peace.

Sharon,Rebecca and family,
I cannot tell you how shocked and saddened we are after hearing of Rod’s passing. We extend our sincere condolences to you and the family. We throughly enjoyed our time when we were neighbors. Rod always had a smile and a wave and a joke for Andy. Memories are precious rely on them during this difficult time. May God give you strength.

Mary Ellen and Family,
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great sadness.
Sincerely,
Barbara Moores

Mrs. Ryan, Ray and Ryan Family,
We were saddened to read of Rod’s passing this morning. Our sincere condolences to all of you.
Roger & Eileen Andrews

So very sorry for your loss. Rod was a great man who I will sadly miss!

Sharon, Rebecca and family I can’t begin to tell you how shocked and saddened I was to hear this news. When Rod came back to work earlier in the month we went out for refresher training. We had a great afternoon doing what we do best “drive”. We took in our new route 30 before coming back into the city and the main core of our system. Of course we made a Tims stop I had to buy because according to Rod I make the big bucks ha ha. As we had a coffee we has a wonderful chat about work, his medical ordeal retirement and about the time I had Rebecca out for driving lessons. We ended the day on positive note with Rod going to return to full duties.. It was a wonderful session I won’t forget. Unfortunately I’m not able to attend the funeral home and service as I’m off work for medical reasons but my thoughts are with you. Sharon, Rebecca if there is anything I can do to help in this tough time don’t hesitate to call.
Godspeed Rod you were a great guy to work with and I loved your dry wit and humor

So sorry to hear and read this in the paper today . Remember Rod quite well from being next door neighbors growing up on Golden Glow Ave. LOL . We all had so much fun together . I am sure he well me missed by all who knew him . God bless you all and my prays well be with you all at this time .

I was so sad to hear of Rod’s passing. He was always very friendly at work. Even though I did not work closely with him he always had a smile and a warm hello if we passed each other in the hallway. He will be missed. My deepest sympathy to Rods family.

Rest easy Big Fella…We shared many laughs during da Strike of 2010-11…many were at my expense lol!
He was a beauty!!!
My sincere condolences to Rod’s family…

Hello Sharon,

Bruce told me of your tragic loss. I would like to extend my deepest condolences to you and your daughter.

We are very sorry for your loss. May God give you the strength to get through this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sharon and family,

So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

Dear Sharon, Rebecca and family,
I am so sadden to hear of Rod’s sudden passing. I will always remember Rod’s big smile and many laughs we had. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sharon, Rebecca, Mary and Family
Our thoughts are with you all at this time! Fond memories and great times were had! Thank you Rod for all the smiles and laughter! Till we meet again my friend!

Sharon,Rebecca,Mary
It was a shock to here of Rod’s passing. He was my gentle giant as a kid. I am a few years younger than him but spent much time over my younger years with him creating fond memories for our families. I certainly won’t forget Mr. Sooleys tree that I jumped from and he was supposed to catch me but missed – happy times. Many fond memories that will not be forgotten. He’s now back with his dad and sister looking down on us all with that big grin of his. May he rest in peace. All my prayers to your family.

Sharon, Rebecca and Family,
Our sincere condolences to everyone in the Ryan and Gould families on Rod’s passing. Rod could always bring a smile and a laugh to friends or strangers. He was truly a great guy. Rest assured our thoughts and our prayers are with you all.

Sharon and Rebecca, we are so sad to hear of Rod’s passing. Someone so special can never be forgotten but may your memories become a treasure to give you peace and comfort.

To The Ryan Family, I was so shocked to hear of Rod’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Rod for the last 16 years he was a great guy always there to put a smile on your face …one of my favorite quotes from Rod ; do you see how big I am…still makes me smile rest easy Big Guy
Melita & Gerald Power

Very sorry to hear of Rod’s passing. God bless.

To the Ryan Family, we are so saddened to hear of Rod’s passing. May God give you strength to get through this difficult time. I will surely miss him at work. Joe and Jackie Walsh

Sharon and Rebecca . I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Rod . He was a great friend and person . He will be remembered fondly . Please use family and friends to help you through this sad time .
Rest in peace my friend

sorry to hear of rods passing. he was a great guy to work with.

To the Ryan Family…I’m so terribly sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Take gentle care…Maureen Clare

The Ryan family, very sorry to hear of Roddy’s passing. He had a smile and a way that made everyone feel good.

Lorraine and Ken Abbott

Mary , Sharon, Rebecca and families. So sorry to hear of Rods passing. He spent so much time at my house with my boys, they were real good buddies. They had real good times down at Jack’s pond swimming and I won’t forget all the cake and buns he ate. I got along well with Rod and I’ll never forget him. Rest in peace Rod

Sharon, Rebecca, Mary, Eugene, Ray, Tony, Cathy, Patricia, Danny & Families,
So sorry to hear of Rods sudden passing. Our sincerest condolences to you all during this very difficult time. Will always hold dear the wonderful and happy memories of our summers many years ago swimming in Pasadena Beach, and in Jacks Pond and hanging out at Paddys Store. Rest in peace Rod.

Sharon and Rebecca: We are so shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Rod. He was a great man and will be missed by all.
Please know that you are in our hearts.
Love: Gabbie, Raynald and Luc Laberge.

Sharon and Rebecca
Rod was a great friend while I worked with him. We shared many laughs and stories. Although I’m now retired and haven’t seen him in a year and a half, I think of him often. I am honored to have known him, and wish you both the very best at this difficult time.

Sharon & Rebecca,, We share our thoughts and prayers with you during this very difficult time. Rod will always be remembered as a deeply committed husband,father, family member and friend by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. May he rest in peace, Love and hugs, Gary,Anne,Kylie,Matt,Jessica & Brad

So sorry for your loss Sharon, my heart goes out to you & your family.

So saddened by the news of Rod’s passing.
My sincere condolences to Sharon, Rebecca and family.
Rod.. Your big heart and smile will surely be missed…. Rest in Peace Buddy!!!

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you at this difficult timel. Deepest condolence to the family.
Glenda and Paul Churchill
Metrobus

Sharon, Rebecca and family,

I am so sorry to hear of Rod’s sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time. God bless ……l

Sharon, Rebecca, Mary and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you be given God’s strength to help you through this sad time and loss.

Sincerely,
Priscilla Boutcher

Very saddened by the news of Rod’s passing. Happy to say I have many fond memories of good times had with Rod. Rest in peace my friend. My sincerest and heartfelt condolences to the family.

Sharon, Bec & Family,
We are so very sorry and saddened by your terrible loss.
Please try to find comfort in your beautiful memories. Take care…

Thinking of Rod’s family with sadness…….Rod was a friend from many years ago …… always fun and everyone’s friend . Rest in peace .

To Sharon and family-
Rod was so much fun and he will be missed. My heart breaks for you and your family.
My thoughts are with you today..
Rod was a great friend to all of us and I can imagine a great Father and husband.
All my love
Paula (O’Brien) Huntley

Sincere condolences on Rod’s passing.

Sharon & Rebecca, your family have been apart of my family for as long as I can remember. Sharon, both you & Rod have had such a enormous impact on my life. Rebecca has been a role model to Amelia, she wouldn’t have so many fantastic memories and experienced even more wonderful things she has cheerleading if not for beautiful Rebecca. You guys always went above and beyond to show me how much I was loved while I was growing up, and as I started my own family, you loved John and Amelia just as much. My life will not be the same, my heart never be whole, for there’s no one who could ever take Rod’s place. I’m profoundly sad. I hope you know that you are loved. Always.

Sharon, sending my sincerest condolences to yourself and Rebecca. I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of your husband’s passing! I know how difficult this is for you both and I am so very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the love of family and friends. Hugs to you both!

Mary and family,
Wayne and I are so sorry to hear about Rod’s passing
we have many fond memories from times spent in Pasadena, thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Sincere condolences, Cyndi Abbott and family

Sharon, Rebecca, Aunt Mary and family, I was truly shocked to hear of Roddy’s passing, even though I am a few years older, I certainly remember the fun times we had as kids during the summers in Pasadena and at the beach, the Ryan’s and Haire’s rocked. Rod always had a smile and a great sense of humor, you will surely be missed. Rest in Peace. Peggy Ryan

I am so sorry to hear about Roddy’s passing. Our thoughts and prayer to the family. Rest in peace cousin .

Sharon, I was shocked to hear of Rod’s passing. My condolences to you and your daughter.

So shocked to hear of Roddy’s passing my deepest condolences to Sharon, Rebecca and all of his family. He was the best friend you could ever have fiercely loyal always looking out for someone else. My heart is broken today. Rest in peace old friend.

You were so Unique in every sense of the word….we will truely miss that one of a kind sense of humor ! Our deepest condolences to you Sharon & Rebecca . He was a great friend & co-worker ,who’s presents will be deeply missed….
I didn’t even get To ride my bike with you big guy.(sue)…Bobby has alot of cherish memories…of years gone by…..and of those last few rides…..
Good Friends are hard to find….
Harder to leave & impossible to Forget!.
Your Co-workers but most importantly your friend….Bobby Filler & Sue Dukw
Rest easy Buddy….until we meet again!

Sorry your not here anymore to make more wonderful memories as you done for us growing up. What fun we had on Ryan’s Road a and Pasadena beach.j

Rest in peace my friend. U were a co worker and a friend of 8 years and a one of a Kind person u will be missed. My condolences to the family.

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Always remembering the fun times in Pasadena. You will be missed.

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sharon, Rebecca and family. So sorry to hear of Rod’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Sharon, Rebecca, Mrs. Ryan and all of Rod’s family and his many friends, my deepest sympathy, empathy and condolences. Rod was a good man. A gentle and kind man. He was a gifted storyteller who could make you laugh until you cried. My heart is broken by his passing but I am grateful that he was my friend and his memory will live on in the hearts of all of us who were fortunate to know and love him. God bless Rod Ryan.

Sharon, Rebecca and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Please know we are thinking of you and feel your great sadness at Rod’s passing. He was obviously a great husband, father and friend.

To Sharron. Condolences to you and your daughter. So sorry to hear about your loss. Please take care.

To Sharon, Rebecca and the Ryan family. My heart breaks for all of you today. I am very sorry to hear this news. Take care everyone.

So sorry to hear of Rod’s passing , thinking of you Sharon and your daughter at this very sad time.

To the Ryan family I’m so sorry to hear about Rod’s passing. My prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. Rest in peace Rod you are now with God.

Sharon & Rebecca, so sorry for your loss. Rod has always had a special place in our hearts, such fond and loving memories of summers on Pasadena beach, just hanging out and enjoying life.
Rest in peace .

To Rebecca and family sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing.my thoughts and prayers are with the at this sad time.

It is a sad day indeed. I have many, many fond and happy memories of Rod, summers spent in Pasadena, hanging out, enjoying life and just having fun. Even though we didn’t keep in touch on a regular basis, he was always a big part of my life and will always Be remembered by me as the cousin who always looked out for me. Thanks Roddy, rest in peace my friend.

(cousin) Barb Ryan, Stephenville /Pasadena

So very sorry to hear of Rod’s passing. My deepest sympathy to all the family. Sincerely, Joan (Meade) & Leonard Hanlon

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Metrobus coworkers,
Howard and Lisa Chafe

Sharon & Rebecca ,so sorry to hear of Rod’s passing ! Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. Carl & Sylvia Cole

Sharon and Rebecca so sorry for your loss our prayers and thoughts are with you at this terrible time may Rod rest in peace God Bless you

Such a shock to hear of Rods passing this morning. I’ve worked with Rod for the past eight years…I will certainly miss his humor. Rest in peace my friend xo

This is Cyril Tucker Dougie Tucker and Rita TUCKER son I now live in Halifax Nova Scotia I send my condolences to the family and all the memories that we’ve shared like camping on horns Rich and uncle are tearing the neck out for chicken that’s something that you don’t forget we had a lot of fun camping I miss those days I send my deepest condolences from the TUCKER family in Nova Scotia

Madeline, We are thinking about all of you at this time & remembering all the good times we had together.

Art, Nancy, Arthur, Ashlee, and Hannah,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your father and grandfather. Hold tight to the wonderful memories and love of him. Sending love and support, during the difficult times ahead, from your cadet family at 2562 RCACC.

Art ,Nancy & family , so sorry to hear about the loss of Art’s Dad . Cathy Kenny & Rick Mercer.

I’m sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Art. I will be thinking of you and the family. Sorry for your loss.

My heart breaks for you all and my tears fall in silence, Wish I could be there to comfort you my god wrap his arms around you and hug you tight at this sorrowful time.. Love you all Rest in Peace Art xox

Madeline & Family: So sorry for your loss. Am thinking of you all as you go through this most difficult time. Cherish the memories as they will help you through the coming days.