RIP: Tributes paid to former Tipperary councillor following passing
Martin Ryan has passed away
The death has occurred of Martin Ryan, former Thurles Town Councillor, in his 96th year.
Martin passed peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, in the exceptional care of the staff of the Community Hospital of the Assumption, Thurles.
Martin is predeceased by his wife Phyllis, daughter Yvonne (Slaughter), sons Martin (Rocky) and Michael (Twin), grandson Kevin.
He is deeply regretted by his sons John and Thomas, daughters Breda and Mary, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, daughters-in-law Ann, Mary and Marian, son-in-law Brendan (Slaughter), sisters Peggy (Moloney) and Kitty, brother Dicko, nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law Breda and Pauline, cousins, neighbours and friends.
May he rest in peace.
Martin will lay in repose in Hugh Ryan's Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles on Monday, September 14 from 5pm to 7pm.
He will arrive at the Cathedral of the Assumption, Thurles at 7:45pm.
Requiem Mass will take place on Tuesday, September 15 at 11am.
Burial will take place afterwards in St Patrick's cemetery, Thurles.
Tributes have been paid to Martin online following his passing, with one person saying: “Sincere Sympathy to all of Martin's family he devoted every minute of his life promoting his town of Thurles to better it, the rugby club will lay to rest one of their most devoted sons. Martin may heaven be your bed.”
Another said: “Sincere Sympathy to the Ryan family on the passing of Martin after a long and fruitful life. Martin had an incredible knowledge of Thurles Town and it's people. He had an amazing ability to trace family histories and a recall of past happenings and events. Martin gave outstanding service as a Town Councillor. He was committed and diligent. He always acted in the best interests of the town. He made a great contribution through straight talking and a studied understanding of the correct approach to decision-making Martin had an entertaining sharp wit. Whether it was playing cards, politics or rugby he brought an edge to his play. May his kindly Soul rest in peace.”