HUDSON FALLS – C. Marilyn Ryan, 83, of William Street passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving children, on Sunday, July 5, 2015.
Born February 8, 1932 in Brooklyn, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Catherine (Jones) Hynes.
In 1952, Marilyn married Frank J. Ryan in the Bronx. For the past fifty years, she has lived in this area. Frank passed away June 20, 1986, after 34 wonderful years of marriage.
In her forties, Marilyn went back to school and proudly obtained her R.N. from SUNY Adirondack formerly Adirondack Community College.
Marilyn loved her work as an R.N. at Glens Falls Hospital. She worked for 27 years, caring for people, making new friends and was fondly known as “MA’ Ryan by her co-workers. Marilyn was an avid reader who had a thirst for knowledge, which led her to read anything and everything. She was a strict organic vegetarian, was not shy about her views to her family, however she did love her sweets. Marilyn loved vacationing on any beach, especially Gloucester, MA. With her children, she was able to attend many football games, including two Super Bowls to watch her favorite team, the Giants, thanks to her son, Sean.
Besides her parents and husband, Marilyn was predeceased by her son, Thom, and her grandson, Shane.
Survivors include her five children, Bonnie Scarselletta and her husband, Steve “ Scratch” of Hudson Falls, Doreen Ryan and her companion, Lee Murphy of Hudson Falls, Dan Ryan and his wife, Valerie of South Glens Falls, Karen Diel and her husband, Bryon of South Glens Falls and Sean Ryan and his wife, Jenni of Hudson Falls; her daughter in law, Diane Higgins-Ryan; her six grandchildren, Kelsi Trevett, Rory Johnson, Caitlin Johnson and Shae Scarselletta, Amanda and Josh Ryan; her two great grandchildren, Jack and Ryan; her brother Rich Vena and his wife, Gwen and Jon Vena and his wife Rosemary; her sister, Pat Eggleston and her husband, Jim as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Marilyn’s family wishes to thank all those who took special care of their mother during her illness, especially, Kelly, Karen, Audrey, Sam, Krista, Angie, Charlotte and Melissa.
Friends may call on Friday, July 10th from 4 to 7 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.
Prayers will be offered at 6:30 p.m., Friday, during the calling hours at the funeral home.
Memorial donations in memory of Marilyn may be made to the SPCA of Upstate New York, 588 Queensbury Ave., Queensbury, New York 12804.
Bonnie, Karen,Sean,Doreen,Dan and all the Ryan Family;
Please know that we are deeply sorry for all on the passing of your Mother Marilyn. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God Bless .
The Monahan’s
Bonnie, Karen, Sean, Doreen,andDan,
So sorry for the passing of your Mother, Marilyn.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with her and you all!
God Bless- The Monahan’s
Doreen all your colleagues at Protrans join in offering our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
I had the pleasure of working with Marilyn several years ago at the hospital. She was a wonderful lady and nurse, always smiling and compassionate. I have warm memories of her.
To Karen, Bonnie, Doreen, Dan & Sean:: You are blessed to have the loving and laughter-filled memories of your Mother. They will always provide comfort.
Marilyn was an exquisite lady who touched so many.
Sean and all the Ryans, your mom was such a wonderful person. I’ll always remember how welcomed she made me feel whenever I’d come back to HF with Sean during school breaks. She had such a warm smile and gentle way about her, and she made everyone feel special. Our thoughts are with you all.
Love, The Robinsons (Jim, Lora, Kate, Stephanie, Abby)
To the Ryan Clan…
Aunt Marilyn…..Remembering her faithfulness to her family, her quiet spirit, and true love of being a Native American. Choosing an Irish a Blessing goes without saying …..yet an American Indian poem is what I think of…when I see Aunt Marilyn within all of her surroundings.
God Bless You All…
Hold on to what is good,
Even if it’s a handful of earth.
Hold on to what you believe,
Even if it’s a tree that stands by itself.
Hold on to what you must do,
Even if it’s a long way from here.
Hold on to your life,
Even if it’s easier to let go.
Hold on to my hand,
Even if someday I’ll be gone away from you.
Sending all of you my deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. Marilyn was a special lady and lit up any room she was in. I feel fortunate to have known her as both a friend and a fellow nurse. Words are inadequate to describe my condolences to you. I will be looking for her bright light in the heavens at night, that I know, and it will be there.