Frank Ryan
March 7, 1942 to December 4, 2020
Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Francis Joseph (Frank) Ryan of St. John’s on Friday, December 4th, 2020. Predeceased by his parents, Frank and Mary Ryan, his sister, Mary Elizabeth and brothers Bill and Jim Ryan.
Leaving to mourn, his loving wife, Lynn Burry, his children, Andrew (Kelly Ryan), Matthew, Kimberly (Scott Clunk), Laura (John Tipton), Frank (Meighan Saunders), grandchildren, Donald, Jonas and Zac, his brother, John Ryan (Peggy Sue), sisters, Maureen (John Wood), Rosemary, Mercedes (Al Knudsen), Joanne (Barry MacKinnon), sisters in law, Catherine Ryan and Grace Ryan and a large circle of family and friends.
Frank was well known in the St. John’s business community and his work included the restoration of the Murray Premises and the construction of the Delta Hotel and Conference Centre. He was also involved in politics, managing the successful campaigns of John Crosbie and former Premier, Brian Peckford.
Frank will also be remembered for his philanthropy and support of organizations like the Vera Perlin Society, the Autism Society, the Gathering Place and the Sealers Memorial in Elliston.
Frank was a former director of the Waterford Hospital, former Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees of Eastern Health, former board member of CN and during the 1980’s, Frank served as the Chair of the committee that oversaw the redevelopment of George Street. More than anything else, Frank was known as a very good friend, a decent person and a generous man who was dearly loved by his family and respected by all who were close to him.
Frank’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the Palliative Care Unit in St. John’s for their exceptional care during the last week of his life. A special thanks to Dr. Louise Rogers. Thank-you to all the people who have expressed well wishes over the last six months. Your kindness during this most difficult time has been very much appreciated.
Cremation has taken place and funeral arrangements will be announced when COVID-19 restrictions allow. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to The Gathering Place, or to The Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre.
So sorry to hear of Frank’s passing; we were teenage friends a long time ago.
Laura
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time! Take care
Our deepest sympathy to Lynn, Laura , Frankie, Kim and family our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Jackie and Jack Jardine
Lynn and Family. My thoughts and prayers are sent to you all, in this most difficult time of your loss. RIP.
Brenda Chaytor
Lynn & Family
We were Saddened to hear of Frank’s Passing.
A Good Fellow and we know He will be missed
Dearly.
Please pass along our Condolences to The Family.
God Bless Him and May He be in Heaven A Few
Minutes before The Devil knows His there..
God Bless His Soul
So Sorry Lynn
Biddy & Pierre
A giant of a man who never sought the limelight . His contribution to Newfoundland and Labrador and to Canada is unmeasurable.
He sought good governance and fair play.. Wish the world had more of his ilk.
He was always there.
Brian and Carol Peckford
We offer our heartfelt condolences to the Ryan family. Frank was a special person, very caring and kind. He will certainly be missed by his family and all those who knew him.
Frank always held a warm spot in my heart. He will be greatly missed. .
Lynn,
Carol and I are sorry for your loss. We offer our sincere condolences May God bless you and yours and help you through this hard time.
Lynn, John and the Ryan family,
If I had to choose a single word to describe Frank Ryan it would be wisdom.
I have known Frank for nearly 40 years and his wisdom, intelligence, and urbaneness both inspired and motivated- it was always a joy to converse with Frank.
In Michael Harris’s book “Rare Ambition- The Crosbies of Newfoundland’’ Harris wrote “Frank Ryan, a dashing promoter with a hint of actor Michael Caine about him …” – yet another wonderful description of Frank.
Lynn- you and Frank were an awesome team and the mutual love and respect you had for each other was quite something to behold.
We will all so miss Frank.
Requiescat in Pace
To Lynn and all of Frank’s family, my sincere condolences.
I met Frank years ago when my mother worked with him on John Crosbie’s political campaigns. He was always pleasant and smiling.
I haven’t seen you in a while but know you’re in my thoughts. Take care.
Sister Rosemary and the Ryan family my sincere condolence on the passing of Frank
May he rest in peace.
BOB COLFORD
condolences to lynn and all the ryan family on your sad loss.Miss you on the evening news Lynn.
Lynn
We are so sorry to hear about Frank’s passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
My deepest condolences to Frank’s wife, his children brothers and sisters particularly his brother, John.
He was a tremendous person, with time for the many who called on him to share and help. He will be seriously missed.
Bob Regular
Please accept our sincere condolences on Frank’s passing. He was always a gentleman, a provincial icon. He will be missed.
Keith and Mary Pierce
Please accept our sincere condolence on Frank’s passing. My acquaintance with Frank and the Ryan family spans nearly seventy years from the time we played together at the Ryan family home on Circular road. We have not kept in close contact over the years but when we met it was not a simple hello, it was more like a reunion. .Frank is a great person from a great family. May he rest in peace.
Lynn & family,
So sorry to hear of Franks passing. Frank was always the consummate gentleman and had a great sense of fairness. He was a visionary in both the business and political world. He left a great legacy and will be remembered as a leader. He certainly made his mark on our home building industry.
Dwell on all those great memories.
Gary & Theresa Reardon
Lynn & family, Thinking of you at this difficult time. He was an outstanding Newfoundlander and great family man.
So sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. Condolences. To Lynn and his family.
Lynn and family. I am so sorry to hear about Frank passing, my thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Very sorry to learn of Frank’s passing. I always enjoyed our conversations and appreciated the benefit of his wise insight and perspective. Our deepest sympathies to Lynn and the rest of his family at this challenging time.
Laura, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the other members of your family. A sad and difficult time for sure!
Take care!
Carol Ann Renouf
Dear Lynn, Andrew, Kelly and families,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of a wonderful man. He will be missed greatly.. Reflect on his great life and his achievements with his family and businesses.
God bless and keep great memories always.
Sincerely, Korona and Bill Brophy
Lynn we are heartbroken to hear that you have lost Frank. Gain strength from the support and love of the family and friends that surround you, and in time you won’t cry because he is gone, but smile because you had him with you to share such a beautiful life.
Our thoughts and prayers go to you and all the Ryan family.
Lynn and Ryan family. We send our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Lynn and the Ryan family .so sorry for your loss this past week .I knew Frank for forty years and always found him to be a fine gentleman to whomever he met .I had many enjoyable times with him when I worked for him and up until his passing at The Miller Center .a very decent and fine person is lost to all who knew him .all the best to you all
Our deepest Sympathy on your loss, Lynn., I never new Frank all that well, meet him at a couple of events that were held at the station. Your loss is greater than anyone will ever know. Take care and hold onto that nice smile of yours.
Our sincerest sympathy to Lynn and Frankie..
May he Rest In Peace.
Seems like yesterday I was looking after the children and home for you Very sorry to hear of you’re passing Frank fly high on the mountain with Gods Angels you’re journey on earth is done Jennifer Shannon and Jason Puddester
It was with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Frank .To have worked with Frank on a number of projects over the years was a great delight and also inspirational. He was a great Newfoundlander.
My sincere condolences to Lynn and the family.
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Frank. Condolence’s to the family on behalf of Gord and Joan Carew.
We are deeply sorry for the loss of Frank. He was warm, generous, and quietly did so much for so many. His kindness and contributions left this world a better place. He will be so, so missed. Thinking of you all and holding you in our hearts during this difficult time.
Lynn and family,
On behalf of all of us at NTV, OZFM and the Newfoundland Herald our sincerest condolences to you and the family on the passing of Frank.
Frank was indeed a true gentleman. His kindness and generosity towards others was a testament to the outstanding individual that he was.
He will be missed but always remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Lynn, John and the extended Ryan Family
Very sad day when Frank passed. He was a true gentleman, mentor in politics and business and most of all a very good friend. His expertise on so many issues was always tempered with a good measure of common sense. Frank was especially supportive and encouraging during my bouts with cancer. He will be greatly missed , but you can go forward with such wonderful memories of a life well lived.
God Bless
RAY AND JOYCE ANDREWS
Lynn and the Ryan family,
Sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. I have known Frank since the early 80’s through the political process and found him to be a great person. His wisdom, advice and vision was always apppreciated and respected.. His friendship will always be remembered and his community contribution will be missed.
In sympathy and friendship,
Milton and Joan Peach
My condolences to Lynn, Frankie and family. So sorry to hear of your loss.
lynn sorry for your loss sincerely Effie Perry
Our sincere condolences to Andrew and Matthew and all of Franks family on his passing. He was a fine gentleman and he will be missed by all that loved and knew him. Take care and God Bless.
Dear Lynn and all the Ryan family,
We have known Frank for a lifetime. He was a wonderfully kind and generous man who quietly gave of his time and expertise wherever it was needed…I was the grateful recipient of his encouragement when I was going through my own medical problems . He was a good friend. and will be sorely missed by those who loved him. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Gordie & Eileen MacNab
Lynn and Family
I have known Frank for a long time and he was a very talented individual who loved to share his life experiences and listen to yours. A true friend and he will be sadly missed by all of us who knew him and shared a piece of his life story. I know you have many fond memories of Frank that will help you through your hour of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
God Bless
James & Lynn Oxford
To the Ryan family,
Our deepest sympathy to you all. We have such fond memories of growing up on Circular Road with Frank and the rest of you..
Warm regards,
The Chalkers
Difficult to believe Frank is gone. Such a lovely man. Never saw enough of him out here in Trinity. All my condolences to Lynn and the family.
Lynn and the Ryan
May the comfort of God help you through this difficult time. We are sending our prayers and love to you all.
Although I did not know him personally very well, we did meet on a few occasions, he was a good man and will be missed by many.
Please accept our deepest sympathy at this very difficult time.
Lynn and family,
Our thoughts are with you all. Frank was a great gentleman who helped us when we were young and needed it. He was inspirational..
Greg and Susan Brown
Lynn & Ryan family
I will always cherish our family friendship and occasional chats. Memories will live on. You are in our hearts and thoughts.
Dear Lynn,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family during this time of grief.
Frank and Kim were such good friends – and I know he will be in good company.
May you find some comfort in your fond memories together.
Mely Hong
Lynn and family,
Sincere condolences on the passing of a wonderful gentleman and gentle man.
Lynn,
I am so sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. my heart goes out to you during this difficult time.
Take care of yourself.
Jonathan Crowe
Sincere condolences to all who loved Frank. His acts of kindness toward me are too many to mention, but I remember them all. He was a true gentleman, with tremendous breadth of knowledge and sophistication. I held him in the highest regard, and will miss that laugh. Jackie joins me as we contemplate his loss.
Dear Laura.
So sorry to hear of your loss. May his gentle soul rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
You have the same sweet face and smile of your Dad, miss seeing you at the Credit Union so Much!
May your wonderful memories of your Dad give you comfort and strength in the coming days.
Hugs my Friend
Lynn and the Ryan Family. So sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. I had the pleasure of meeting Frank a few times and he was such a kind man. He always made me feel welcome and Lynn you and his family were obviously the loves of his life. Take care during this difficult time.
My sincere condolences on Frank’s passing. I have fond memories of him at our house on Sussex Place. Frank was always quick to include everyone in one of his stories, with a wink and a smile.
I will have a good thought for you, and your family.
Lynn, Laura, John, Donald, Kim, Scott, and all of the Ryan family – I have such fond memories of Mr. Ryan’s charm and generosity toward this CFA. Sending my deepest condolences and keeping you all in my thoughts. Love, Meredith (aka Merd) XOX
Lynn and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Frank on the Waterford Board, he was a very caring and considerate member. Frank was a gentle human being who gave to his community without question. Sincere sympathy. Ann Gilbert
Lynn, & the Ryan family.
So sorry to hear of Frank’s passing, please know that I will keep you in my prayers now & in the difficult days ahead..
May your memory’s sustain you, & bring you comfort.
DAphne Rossiter
Sincerely sorry for your loss; Frank was a wonderful, and very kind man. I hope you all find strength in each other as you go through this most difficult time in your lives.
Lynn, sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Frank. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Frank was a lot of things to a lot of people. I remember him best as a hockey player. He took me under his wing when I was a rookie with the Memorial team, for which I was most grateful. We also enjoyed the healthy competition of the St. Bon’s/Feildians rivalry back in the hey-day of the old club system.
So sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Frank Ryan. We had the pleasure of his friendship on many occasions around the Yacht Club, of which he was a dedicated supporter. His congeniality and warm spirit will be sadly missed.
Lynn, so sorry to hear of Franks passing.
I only had the pleasure of knowing him for a short time, but he always had a smile and a kind word when bringing in the puppies for their spa days.
You are in my thoughts at this difficult time.
My sincere condolences to John, Rose and to all family members: So sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. He truly was a gentleman. His kindness and warm smile will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.
So sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. Joan Collins and family share our heart felt sympathies to Lynn and family..
Harold and Frank had some great times, mom told me.. RIP Derek.. and Collins Family..
My deepest sympathy to Lynn, Andrew and Matthew and to all family members. He was a true gentleman, kind, considerate, and contributed so much to so many .
To Lynn and family and Frank’s siblings; I am very saddened to hear of Frank’s death. Please know my thoughts are with all of you at this time. I know how much his loss will mean to all of you.
Very sincerely,
Lorraine
The Ryan family
So sorry to hear of Frank’s passing, you have our deepest condolences. I met Frank over 20 years ago at the Yacht Club where he loved to spend his spare time. He was a rare breed of man that once you met him it was like you knew him all your life. I will surely miss our talks on all subjects. RIP my friend.
Dear Joanne and Rose and all the family, our deepest sympathy on the loss of a much loved brother, husband, father and grandfather.
Lynn and Frank,
Saddened by the news of Frank’s death. Our thoughts are with you.
Pat and Loretta Ryan
Lynn, Andrew and Matthew,
We are so sad to learn of Frank’s passing. Frank and I studied Commerce together at MUN back in the 60’s. We have been friends ever since. For awhile we were neighbors on Circular Road where Ginny and I would often drop by for a midnight coffee.
In Trinity our twin grandsons will never for get Frank. He so generously took us out boating and allowed the twins to spend time at the helm.
Great guy, good friend and will be missed by us all.
To you all, our sympathies go to you. With much love,
Lynn, Sr Rose and family
Sorry to hear of Frank,s passing. He truly was a kind and gentle soul and will be missed by all.
Out thoughts and prayers are with you. May he Rest In Peace.
Jerry and Ann MArie Taylor
Lynn and all members of the Ryan family. My sincere condolences to all of the family members. My experience with Frank go back many years ago and he was always a very kind gentleman who was known for doing important things quietly. May he rest in peace.
RIP Mr Ryan
Sister Rosemary and all family members. The mark of a life lived is the legacy of witness left behind. What a witness to love, caring and sharing.! Sacred to the memory Frank Ryan and thank you for making a difference. To all of you i send abundant prayers.
Sr. Rosemary,
My condolences to you on the death of your brother., Frank. May your memories of your brother bring comfort to you in the days ahead.
Thinking of you and your family,
Yvonne Roach
Lynn, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the Ryan family during this time of your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
Sister Betty Morrissey
Lynn, Sister Rosemary & The Ryan Family,
Linda & I offer our sincere condolences to you & all the family on Frank’s passing. Frank was a man of wisdom, knowledge, who was respected by all and was always the voice of reason. We feel honoured & privileged to have known such a great person. We will keep you in our prayers. RIP Frank.
Lynn, Sister Rosemary and the Ryan family Our sincere condolences on the passing of Frank. He was a very kind man and well respected. It was always a plessure to be in his company. He will be missed by many.
Lynn
Condolences to all family members and friends.
Of all things Frank was known for by me was his decency and kindness.
He really was a giant .
May he rest in peace
Len Simms
Lynn & family
So very sorry to hear of your loss . I hope that the love which surrounds you now will help sustain you in the days ahead.
Lynn, John, Laura and Families
Very sad to hear about Frank’s passing.
So many enjoyable times in his company over the past number of years.
Always had a laugh to share!
I was always fascinated with his political and business life, and the people that Frank had association with.
I will certainly miss him !
Love to you Lynn, Laura and family!
Special love to you John, my St. Bons schoolmate for all those years.
You are a dear friend!
Jim Fox
Lynn and families I so sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. His Legacy will live on indeed. May the many memories you have of Frank bring you all Peace. Bless you all.
Best Regards.
Lynn,
I am so sorry for your loss. Frank was a great and caring man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family during this trying time.
it was with great sadness that barbara and i heard today of frank’s passing. i will always remember how gracious he was in contacting me personally when i was going through a tough medical condition and his words of comfort and encouragement to me.. i will never forget him for doing that and i can only echo the obituary words describing him as a loving and caring man.
he has left a great legacy for his family and friends and we can all learn from his beliefs and his personal attributes.
i know he will be sorely missed .
barbara and denis barry
To Lynn and the Ryan Family,
All of us who had the honour of knowing Frank Ryan, and sharing in the privilege and inspiration of his company, will now have to work that much harder to help fill the deep harbour of generosity and public contribution left by the passing of this exceptional Newfoundlander.
Herb Davis
Lynn,
My deepest condolences on the loss of Frank. I didn’t know him well, but what I knew, and the encounters I had with him, I knew him to be a gentleman and very kind hearted. Lynn, I understand your loss and will be praying for comfort for you as you mourn.
To Lynn & the Ryan Family:
Marie & I was so sorry to hear of Frank’s recent passing. We extend our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences.
Over the years, Frank has been a trusted advisor, a wise counselor and most of all a dear friend. He kept many a politician “grounded”, me included.
Frank has touched the lives of so many of us in so many ways. Words fail us but words and memories are all we have to acknowledge his kindness, his generosity and his friendship.
He’ll be missed…..
Deepest sympathy,
Tom & Marie Rideout
Lynn and all the family……We can’t begin to say how sorry we feel about Frank’s passing….he was a wonderful friend, humble, kind and a generous person. The community has lost a very special member. Frank quietly did so much for many . He is missed and will be long remembered.
Our warmest condolences to you and all the family.
Chris & Paula
Kindly accept our condolences.
Our friendship goes back a long time.
May his gentle soul rest in peace..
Annette (Atkinson) Boyle
and Michael.
So sorry to hear about Frank’s passing.. A friend for 63 years along with his brother Bill. Miss them both.
To Lynn and the Ryan family,
So very sorry for your loss. Our families were very close many years ago and there are many good memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Tanya, Craig, Frank and Bernice Foley
Please accept our condolences on Frank’s passing. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.
Laura,
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Deepest condolences.
Lynn and the Ryan family: Sincere condolences on the passing of Frank. My thoughts are with you. May the wonderful memories you shared bring comfort to you in the days ahead.
Lynn and the Ryan Family. So sad to hear of Frank’s passing. I have lots of fond memories of this good man. Deepest Sympathy Roger Fitzgerald
Lynn, T o you and all Frank family We are sorry for your loss. our prayers and thoughts are with you all at time time. RIP Frank!
Lynn and the Ryan Family.. we are so sorry to hear of Frank’s passing.Frank was a lovely kind man who always had a smile for everyone! He will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.May all your happy memories help to get you thru this difficult time. May he Rest In Peace .
My condolences to the Ryan family. Frank was a wonderful person and his smile would light up a room. May he Rest In Peace.
Lynn and all the Ryan Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. Having know Frank through mainly politics for about 60 years, Frank and Mac became lifelong Crosbie and PC buddies. Frank was the epitome of a good man and if any or all of us can leave this earth being called a good person then we have achieved our goal. Memories will keep his beautiful spirit alive.
So sorry to hear of Franks Passing.. i meet Frank when we served on the Board of Eastern Health.. we had so much in common. He was a man i had so much respect for. God bless you all . our deepest condolence to all the family.
Lynn and Family
So very sorry to hear of Frank’s passing . A true gentleman if ever I met one.
Art and Lorraine Hamlyn
To the Ryan Family
So sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. We have been friends since being in business classes at MUN. Frank was a force to be reckoned with in the St John’s business community … a true patriot Newfoundlander who made an extraordinary contribution to the province. A fellow boater, he enjoyed the many natural beauties, the province had to offer. Marie and I extend to Lynn and the whole Ryan Family our sincere condolences.
Lynn, John, Laura, Frank Jr, Kim and the Ryan family,
My deepest condolences to you all. Frank was the epitome of a true gentleman……..may your memories keep him close in your heart. Rest in sweet peace Frank.
Lynn and Family… We were sad to hear of Frank’s passing ..Please accept our warmest condolences
Dan and Leona Lake
One of the kindest men I ever met. Frank was la big part of my childhood and for this I will always be greatful. Heaven has gained an awesome angel
Lynn and family, so sorry to hear that Frank has passed. Hope you find comfort in all the memories that you guys have. Frank was a great man and he will be missed by many.
Donna and Dennis Murphy
Lynn and family. Frank was a kind man, a wonderful friend. He will be truly missed. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.
Deepest condolences to Lynn and families. So sorry . Thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless ????????
Sister Rose and the Ryan families…..our sincere condolences on Frank’s passing. A true gentleman who will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most sad time.
Ron and Carole
Lynn, John & the Ryan Family
Frank was a great friend and a wonderful person. I really enjoyed every time I was with him for lunch or a chat, or , in recent times, when we spoke. Thinking of you all at this time. I remember the flowers on my daughters’s birth some 17 years ago from Frank / Lynn, which meant so much to Deanna and me. Our condolences.
Noel Clarke & family.
Sr. Rosemary and all the family! My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Frank was a wonderful person and will be missed by many.
Dianne O’Mara
Laura,
Condolences on the loss of your father. Be kind to yourself as you grieve.
Lynn and family, may your many happy memories of Frank bring smiles to your faces. Thanks for sharing Frank with us.
To Frank’s family:
Deepest condolences. One of the finest gentlemen I ever knew.. He will be greatly missed by many in our province. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Norm Doyle
Kim and family, so sorry to hear of your dads passing., I know that the warm memories you have of him will sustain you in the years to come.
Mary (Noseworthy) Chancey.
sorry to hear about Frank
Lynn and the Ryan family.
Sincere condolences on Frank’s passing. Wishing you all much strength at this time.
Lynn – John and extended family of Frank
We were friends for over 40 years .
Frank was able to think outside the box – he had great instincts and insight into issues and situations that he dealt with in his life and career .
He was a mentor to many and assisted his family and friends throughout his life – he was the” go to guy “ indeed .
He possessed a charming personality – he had great empathy for the human condition – he was warm and engaging. .
He gave back to his community in many ways with his time and resources.
He loved his family and they loved him.
He was proud of his heritage and was a great Newfoundlander.
In his day and generation Frank Ryan made a difference to many .
He will be remembered fondly by those who met and knew him on the road of his life.
He is now at peace and reunited with those gone on ahead.
I was glad to be his friend.
Godspeed dear Frank.
Dear Lynne and John,
So sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. In life he was a true gentleman who loved his family dearly..
He will be missed more than words can say.
May he Rest In Peace and Rise in Glory.
Lynn and the Ryan Family
Sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. He was a great guy!.
Our sincere condolences.
Ryan family
Sorry to hear that Frank has passed.. My condolences to his family and friends. Will remember him in prayer. May he Rest In Peace
Our deepest sympathy to Lynn and the Ryan family.
Barry and Mary Learmonth
As a former waiter here in St. John’s I met Frank many times over the years. Always had a smile and kind word. My condolences to the family. God rest his soul
Rosemary, John and the Ryan family sincere condolences at this time of great loss. Rest in peace.
A good and gracious man and loved by all who had the privilege to know him. I have fond memories of Frank as young altar boy at the Basilica in the 50’s when Frank was a “senior” man. He took us rookies under his wing and mentored us, that is something I will never forget. A gentleman to the core. May God keep him in His eternal peace.
Kevin Breen
So sorry to hear this news. Thoughts are with Lynn and all the family.
Frank was such a sweet man and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Please know we are thinking of you at this sad time.
Connie & Harold Hayward
Our condolences to Lynn and family , Frank was for sure one of the nicest men I have ever met.RIP
Frank was a great friend to many. He touched the lives of all who knew him., In a positive way. He was a true Newfoundland son. He will sorely be missed by all who knew and loved him. I wish to extend my sincere condolences to Lynn and all of Frank’s family. So sorry for your loss..
May God bless you all..
Our thoughts and prayers are with the many friends and family of Mr. Ryan today. He was a true gentlemen who always took the time to speak to younger people and never missed the chance to humbly leave us with a learning or two. His quiet confidence was that of one who knew his contributions and worthiness with no compulsion to speak of either. The province has lost another great son who will be missed but never forgotten. . We know that family, friends and faith will see all through this sad time and help remember a life so well lived. God bless Mr. Frank Ryan!
To the entire family,especially to Laura. and Frankie, my deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad. May be rest in peace
Deepest condolences Lynn and all the Ryan family. Indeed a great man. RIP
Sending condolences to Lynn and the Ryan family. May your many wonderful memories of Frank give you comfort and strength through this difficult time. Please know that we are thinking of you. Janice and Fred Sacrey