Francis M. Ryan
April 1, 1935 ~ December 15, 2024
Born in:
Brooklyn, New York
Resided in:
Danvers, Massachusetts
Francis M. Ryan, 89, passed away on December 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of the late Jean (Beckerman) Ryan, whom he had been married to for 43 years.
Born in Brooklyn, New York on April 1, 1935, he was the son of the late Michael and Julia (Manning) Ryan. Frank was raised and educated in Brooklyn and had served in the Army and then, with the New York Fire Department. He and his wife, Jean moved to Danvers over fifty years ago, where they raised their family. Frank launched the Fire Science program at North Shore Community College. Frank continued teaching (online) up until his last days. Over the years, Frank coached softball and basketball at the local high schools and with the Danvers Recreation Department.
When Frank wasn’t teaching, he enjoyed cruising all over the world. Since 2005 he had experienced 55 cruises. He also often visited his favorite place, Disney World in Orlando, Florida. He loved rides, and roller coasters were his favorite. He had a true gift for conversation; whether he was teaching, cruising, enjoying Disney World, or talking to his family. He could often be found sharing his stories and brightening the day of those around him.
He is survived by his daughters, Kathleen Harris and her husband David of Danvers, Patricia Hendy and her husband Adam of Charlestown, Elizabeth Ryan of Beverly, Elaine Horrocks of Wenham and Dana Sabatino of NY, his grandchildren, Joseph Williams and his wife, Daniella, Nicole Lauretti and her husband, Dominick, Adin and Alicia Horrocks and Frances and Giulia Sabatino, his great grandson, Landon, his partner of 20 years Janet Muller, his sisters, Virginia Croddick of NJ and Maureen Stokes of NY and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Jack, Eugene and Joseph Ryan.
His Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11AM on Saturday, January 4, 2025, in Saint Mary of the Annunciation Church, 24 Conant St., Danvers. The burial is private. In lieu of flowers donations in Frank’s name may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168 or online at https://www.jimmyfund.org
Services
Funeral Mass: Saturday, January 4, 2025 11:00 am
Saint Mary of the Annunciation Church
24 Conant Street
Danvers, MA 1923
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top quality person!1 went above and beyond to help while i was at n.s.c.c. for fire science!
He was an inspiration to all his students. He single handidly created the best Fire science curriculum in New England. Rest in peace Frank.
Frank was a great teacher, boss and friend. A true inspiration to all the students and instructors at NSCC. His knowledge and teachings will leave an everlasting imprint on the North Shore’s emergency services. He will be truly missed.
Rest in peace Dear Frank! You will be missed more than words can convey!
Love,
Janet
Janet and all of Frank’s family,
We are very sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. We became friends over 20 years ago through the various Irish American Clubs in Massachusetts which we belonged to. He enjoyed going to the dances and would be on the dance floor all night.
Frank, I know you will be dancing up in Heaven with all our members that have gone before you.
With our deepest sympathy and friendship,
Louie & Mary Curran Forgione
Frank was a
Frank was a great person always going above and beyond to help you obtain a fire science degree and get an education. Secondly he was a true gentleman.