Passed peacefully away after a brief illness on Thursday, January 5, 2017 at the Health Science Centre, age 75 years. Predeceased by his parents James and Hilda Ryan; sisters Edith and Marlene and brothers Val and Eugene. Leaving to mourn his friend Judy Goodyear; children Kim, Tina, Donna, Rayelle, Jamie and James; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild; sisters Kay (Tom), Madonna (Art), Gloria (Leo), Geraldine (Max-deceased), Melita (Doug) and brother Brendan (Nina); sister-in-law Cathy; brother-in-law Ron; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Friday from 5-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, January 7, 2017 from Caul's Chapel at 9:45 a.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.