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Connie posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 3, 2005
I knew terry from work, from trips and from being a great friend. When we first met I knew he was a special guy, one of a kind. He will be deeply missed by so many including me. Please accept my thoughts and prayers and know that Terry is in a much better place, having a great time up there. I'm sure many have raised a beer in rememberance of Terry, as will I. Cheers Terry! You will never be forgotten.
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Frank Smith posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
This is very sad news. I'd like to express sincere condolences to Terry's family on his passing. Terry and I met in residence at Carleton in the early 80s. I remember him fondly as a warm, kind and generous soul. As is too often the case with university friends we lost touch over the years, but I've never forgotten Terry. Terry was one of the really good guys, full of fun, with a gentle disposition. He made me laugh a lot. May you rest in peace Terry. We will meet again sometime. Frank Smith
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Gord Holder posted a condolence
Monday, April 18, 2005
Dear Ryan Family, It has been many years since I was one of Terry's floormates in residence at Carleton. However, I treasure the memories of the people I met and the events of my university days, and Terry was one of those people I'll remember most. Though our meetings since then were infrequent, we always managed to pick up as if our previous encounter had only been the day before. Please accept my condolences upon the passing of someone who we'll all miss.
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Cameron Pelton posted a condolence
Saturday, April 16, 2005
I knew Terry through my sister. My memories of Terry are all good ones. He was the kind of personality that made everyone around him laugh. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. My deepest sympathies go to all his friends and family.
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Scott Weldon posted a condolence
Friday, April 15, 2005
So many memories, cherished and fondly remembered, of a high school classmate, a scrappy hockey player and good friend. Terry, I remember driving a crew of classmates all over Eastern Ontario one spring. We cheered you on loudly...all the way to St. Isidore! You could be found wherever there was a social occasion and when it wasn't a social occasion you made it one. (Poor Mr. Smith in English class.) It is clearly evident by the tributes written that your misfortune did not dampen your spirit or temper your enthusiasm for life. I wish you well my friend and extend my condolences to the family and friends who are left to mourn.
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Diane Pelton posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 13, 2005
Our family was deeply saddened to hear of Terry's passing. I knew Terry for 15 years, and have the best of memories from Carleton U, and from the years following. There is a never ending trail of the many lives he touched with his own positive attitide. Sincerely, Diane Pelton
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St. Joseph\'s Catholic School Council c/o Anita Brown posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 12, 2005
On behalf of the entire school council, I wish to express our condolences on the passing of Terry. We hope your families that have come together in grief will grow stronger with remembrances of Terry. The Ryan clan is well-known as a strong and closely knit group, as evidenced by the children of the family who attend St. Joe's.
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Nicky Gauthier posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 12, 2005
Terry has been a good friend. I will always remember his smile, laugh and good sense of humour. Terry was always happy, possitive and lived life to the fullest. I feel very fortunate to have met him. He leaves me with good memories especially at Christmas time when we would go to his home to decorate his Christmas Tree. I will always remember him and I will miss him very much. My toughts are with the Ryan family and I wish you all strength through these difficult times.
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The Jack Smith Family, Louise, Malcolm, Jacklyn & Andrew posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 12, 2005
Eleanor, Gerv & Family, We send our prayers and love to you. Terry was so vibrant and had accomplished so much. He will always be remembered.
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Douglas Atwood posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 12, 2005
I met Terry about nine years ago during my first visit to the R.O.Pickard Environmental Centre. Terry was a wealth of information and we helped each other with different projects over the years. I always made a point to drop in and visit him whenever I had the chance. Terry was a caring and gentle soul who always seemed to have time for a chat and a chuckle with a friend. He was a good man and my life is richer for having known him. I a truly saddened by his departure and I will miss his kind words and generous smile. I give my sincere condolences to Terry
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Elaine Wolfe posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2005
To Terry's family and friends, Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of Terry. I also went to Carleton with Terry and was always cheered by his happy face. I will always remember the fun we had and his gorgeous smile.
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Jennifer Jackson posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2005
Dear Terry's Family & Friends, I knew Terry as a upbeat, engaged and funny man at the R.O. Pickard Environmental Centre (ROPEC). As one of the City's lawyers, I don't work at the sewage treatment plant - but as a client group - I try to visit at least twice a month. It was there where I met Terry. I feel privileged to have known Terry for nearly 7 years. Often we would wait together at the end of the day - he for his Para Transpo ride and I for my taxi - and we would catch up on the latest goings-on at ROPEC. Beyond our frequent chats, as a recovering workaholic, I definitely admired Terry for his ability to plan and actually take some great vacations! I am saddened by his sudden departure. He had an open heart, lively and playful spirit that will be much missed. Hopefully, his memory will continue to serve as an inspiration and a comfort. My sincere condolences for your loss, Jennifer Jackson
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Paul Cavalier posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2005
I worked with Terry at the City of Ottawa and the Region for many years. He always had a smile for you and a quick wit. The Boston Bruins were his passion, they will miss their number one fan. Terry will be missed. To Terry's family and friends, I am sorry for your loss. Paul Cavalier
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Doug & Norma Reid posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2005
Dear Friends, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time. Terry meant so much to us for his association and strong friendship with Steve. Those two will never know how many lives they have touched for their courage,determination and general love of life which became their trademark. Take comfort in knowing that you provided Terry with all the support and love possible and that he will be singing and dancing with the angels. We will keep in touch, Norma & Doug
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Colleen Allen posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2005
Terry, you're a doll and you'll certainly be missed. Thank Heavens for incredible memories! Big loving hugs to you sweetthing... My love to the family - be proud. Good wishes, Colleen Allen
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Bill & Joanne Lunney posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2005
Dear Gerv,Eleanor & Family Joanne & I wish to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your dear son Terry. We will pray that God gives you all, the grace & strength you need at this difficult time.
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Mary Prud'homme posted a condolence
Sunday, April 10, 2005
My thoughts will be with all of the Ryan family on Monday as you say your final goodbyes to Terry. I met Terry in 1990 while living at 475 Laurier. We shared some Saturday morning breakfasts at Minto Place. I found him to be a very courageous young man who was an inspiration to me. I knew him to be cheerful and hard working and his condition did not hinder his commitment to his work or his sense of humour. I moved after 1 year and while I never saw him again I think of him often and am saddened by his passing. My condolences. Mary
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Sharon McLaughlin posted a condolence
Sunday, April 10, 2005
In reading these entries, I truly see what a great friend Terry was to so many people. His smile, laughter and his easy conversation touched a lot of people. Terry, thank you for being my friend. We all will miss you. To the Ryan family, my thoughts are with you.
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larry depape posted a condolence
Sunday, April 10, 2005
my thoughts and prayers are with the ryan family in this difficult time. i wish to offer my sincerest condolinces.
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Mackie & Joanne McLaren posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2005
Eleanor, Gerv & Family We are so sorry to learn of Terry's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Sincerely Mackie & Joanne McLaren
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Bob Del Bianco (Big Bad Bob) posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2005
I want to express my deepest sympathies to the Ryans for their loss. The twinkle in Terry's eye, his quick humor and frequent laugh are what I'll carry with me for the rest of my life. During our time at Carleton he was often a source of comfort and joy for me and he will be missed. One of my favourite memories of Terry is how he would greet me in the morning when we lived as Henrys at Glengarry residence at Carleton. I would look forward to seeing him because he would always have a new and hilarious way of saying hello. He sensed others awkwardness towards his disability and would make them feel at ease with lines like, "Hey, want to buy a pair of shoes off me, never been used?" or "I cancelled my dancing lesson, let's go for a beer."
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Linda posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2005
Eleanor and Gerv, Thanks for sharing Terry with the rest of us. He made us smile, laugh and most of all, he made us feel loved. I will never forget his support to me and my family and his kind smile and twinkling eyes...I will miss him forever, but I will alwalys feel honored that I can call him my friend. With love to you both, Linda
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Nancy Delarge posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2005
Oh, Terry, how can you be gone? How many time I would see you zooming down Laurier Avenue. I would shout out the car window, "Hey, handsome!", and looking back would see that familiar crooked smile acknowledging me. I'll never forget one St. Patrick's Day at a pub on the market when you went on stage and recited an impromptu poem that had everyone holding their bellies laughing. What about the Saturday mornings when we got you up... You wouldn't say a word until after you were showered and dressed, and we did everything we could think of to make you laugh before that. Occasionally you'd crack and you'd dip your head to hide the smile. I miss you already. My deepest condolences to the Ryan family.
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Jeff & Nicole Chambers posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to the Ryan family. He was everyone's friend. Glancing through some old Re-echos, Terry's smile is seen through-out - Christmas Assembly, Snow-Fest, and Mr. Snow Flake(1980). Terry's memory will live forever. Jeff & Nicky
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Robert D. Rousseau posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
I am very sad to have learned of Terry's passing.I wish to send my condolences to the Ryan family and express my deep and profond sympathy to all.Terry was very much a special individual to whom I had the pleasure of working with for the past 15 years.Sincerly yours Robert D. Rousseau
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David Sarles posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
Terry and I were neighbours for the past several years at 475 Laurier West, visiting frequently but, most often in the mornings enroute to work. The last time we spoke though, was just prior to New Year
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Judy Wilson posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
I was so saddened when my Ottawa friends let me know that Terry had passed away. I think that I was Terry's first supervisor in the legal department at the Region and I remember him as a remarkably funny young man and a good educator. I remember one particular time when we had a baby shower for a colleague at our house and Terry attended. He was met by our, then, 6 year old son who was extremely curious about Terry's wheel chair. Terry told him this very funny and completely ridiculous story that included, among other things, a detailed account of a "popping wheelie" international wheelchair competition that Terry had been in. Our son Matthew believed every word. Terry opened the eyes of our young son in a way that was both funny and instructive. He made a lasting impression on me and my family and I will always remember him with great fondness. Judy Wilson
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Lori Lapointe posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
I met Terry when I started at ROPEC about 21/2 years ago and had become his "water" girl. Every morning around 9:00 a.m. I'd go down to his office and plug in the kettle. We would chat about movies, our weekends, all sorts of stuff while waiting for the water to boil. Terry was not a coworker to me but my friend and I'll always remember his smile and his sense of humour. My thoughts and prayers are with the Ryan family.
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Kenneth Henderson posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
May God Bless Terry and all who knew him, I,ll treasure the times I spent with him and his close friends.He made us all think about life and how it goes on....My sincere regards to The Ryan Family
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Diana and David Poitras and family posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
We had the distinct pleasure of knowing Terry and feel blessed by his very presence on this Earth. Our children remember Terry's sense of fun and adventure at the Regional picnics. His positive attitude, sense of humour and genuine goodness will be treasured and missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
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Sue Lemay posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
My thoughts are with you all. Terry was more than a co-worker, he was a great friend with one special sense of humour. I consider myself very fortunate to have had the chance to meet him and to have worked with him. It was a true privilege. He had to be the most positive person I have ever known. I will really miss my lunch partner.
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Ivo DiGaetano posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. I only had the opportunity to meet Terry on a few occasions but as always he made me laugh and smile. My sincere condolences to the Ryan family, I know that Terry was a special person to you all.
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Tammy Culhane posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Terry's family and friends! Terry was an amazing person; we always joked about our valley connection (I'm from Renfrew). He had an amazing smile and was always ready to either share a laugh or make you laugh. He represented us very proudly at our building. I will miss this very spcial man. Rest in peace, Terry. Sincerely with deepest of sympathies, Tammy Culhane
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Ron & Joan Houlahan posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
Dear Eleanor and Gervie: Our deepest sympathy to you, your sons and their families on the sudden loss of Terry. There are never enough words to express sorrow at this time. Our prayers are with you. May God look over you and help you in your time of sorrow. Sincerely Ron and Joan Houlahan
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Caroline Holt-Smith posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
We will miss your smiling face, your endless optimism, your mischevious streak that we knew was about to strike by that particular twinkle in your eyes. Our sincere condolences to the Ryan family, your son/brother and uncle was one special person. Your Friends and Co-workers from Utility Services OTLM
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Jennifer Mosley posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
To the Ryan Families, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Terry will be sadly missed but always remembered by the countless number of people he touched through out his lifetime. Jennifer Mosley
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Trina Gorr-Allison posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
Please accept my sincere condolences at your sudden loss of Terry. I was very saddened to hear of his passing. Although I did not know him well, our paths crossed periodically over the years in the 'safety world'. I always thought of him as a caring and dedicated person & professional - he will be missed. Trina
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Margaret and Dave Thomas posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2005
Dear Eleanor, Gervie and family, Our deepest sympathy to you. We are out of the country and cannot attend the wake or funeral. Please be assured of our prayers. I am sure Terry is at peace and in the company of many loved ones in Heaven. Sincerely, Margaret(O'Neill) and Dave Thomas
