Obituary of Larry R. Ryan

Larry R Ryan from Bath NY, on Friday April 21, 2023 went home to be with our Lord at the age of 82.  He is a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and businessman.  He was born on July 24, 1940, in Lockport NY, raised in Almond, NY, to Lee and Louise Ryan. 

Larry is survived by his loving wife of 60 years of marriage, Elizabeth “Betty” Ryan, his son Michael Ryan and spouse Robin, Bath NY, his daughter Kelly Stewart and spouse Greg, Horseheads NY, his daughter Colleen Hauryski and spouse Edwin, Bath NY, and his son Patrick Ryan and spouse Elia, Sterling VA.

He is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Lee R. and Louise Ryan, and his brother Lee Arthur Ryan. He is survived by his sister-in-law Donna Ryan, Almond NY, his sister Linda Cornell and spouse Bruce, Almond NY and his brother Dave Ryan spouse Linda, Odessa NY.

Larry grew up on a farm in Almond, NY, and served in the US Navy for 4 years. He enjoyed time with his family, visiting his extended family and friends, Singing, Dancing, Hiking and traveling to National Parks across our country.  He was a successful businessman and a devout Catholic and parishioner of St. Mary’s Church in Bath. In his retirement years Larry and Betty became Snow Birds in Lakeland FL. 

Larry had a strong Christian Faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, a kind and generous person who touched the lives of many people. He will be remembered for his love of family, his strong work ethic, his ability to make you laugh and his unwavering faith. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Bath VA, Care First NY or any charity of choice.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bath, NY, on Thursday April 27, 2023, at 11:00 am. 

Calling hours will be held at St. Mary's Church, Bath NY on Wednesday April 26, 2023 from 2pm - 4pm, 6pm - 8pm and 1 before the Funeral Mass on Thursday April 27, 2023 10am - 11am.