Obituary of Patrick Joseph Ryan

Patrick Joseph (PJ) Ryan, 86, passed away December 26, 2016 at Ocean Medical Center in Brick, surrounded by his beloved family. PJ leaves behind his wife of 59 years, Mary Frances (nee Dooley); his son Michael and wife Liz, his daughter Maureen, his son Eamonn and wife Annmarie, his grandchildren; Kelly, Christopher, Thomas, Sean, Kathleen, Brendan, Claire and Patricia, as well as two great grandchildren; Garrett and Avery. PJ was predeceased by his daughter Eileen. He also leaves behind a vast extended family in his native Ireland. Patrick was born in Borrisoleigh, County Tipperary to Michael and Julia (nee Hogan) Ryan. During the mid 1950’s he was employed in England where he met the love of his life. PJ and Mary immigrated to the USA in 1957 and were married at Immaculate Conception Church in Montclair, NJ and took up residence in town. PJ was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, the Cryan Association, The Giblin Association, and several other Irish organizations throughout his life. He was a proud pillar of the Irish Community in New Jersey. PJ worked for many years as a member of Local #68 Operating Engineers, and retired from Macy’s Menlo Park. PJ and Mary had a home built in Currabaha, Tipperary and retired home to Ireland in 1994. An avid golfer, he was a member of the Thurles Golf Club where he won several tournaments and was affectionately known as Fairway Ryan. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Michael L. Delahunty, Division 9 Scholarship Fund. Make checks payable to AOH Division 9 Scholarship Fund. Mail to: AOH Division 9 281 Bloomfield Ave., Box 11 Verona, NJ 07044.