Obituary of Michael Anthony Ryan

RYAN, Michael Anthony- Age 67, it is with heavy hearts and extreme sadness that the family of Michael Anthony Ryan of Hubley announces his sudden passing on February 25, 2020. Michael was born on September 24, 1952 in Corner Brook, Newfoundland. He was the eldest child to the late William and Dorothy Ryan. Michael served in the Royal Canadian Navy from 1977 to 2007, mainly as a Submariner on the Oberon- Class Submarines. Michael was known as an “electrical genius” by his shipmates as Michael could “MacGyver” any electrical concern to get the ship and the crew back to port safely. Michael’s true passion was British motorcycles and muscle cars. He was the “go to” man when his many motorcycle enthusiasts’ friends needed help fine tuning their vehicles. Michael was predeceased by both his parents, William and Dorothy Ryan; infant sister, Elizabeth. Michael leaves behind to mourn brothers, William (Gertrude), John (Isolde) and Ted; sister, Jean (Allan); and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements and cremation are under care of T.J. Tracey Cremation and Burial Specialists, 71 McQuade Lake Crescent Halifax, NS, (902)-835-4212. A celebration of Michael's life will be held at on Thursday August 27, 2020 at 10 a.m. in the chapel. Following the service, a burial will take place at Dartmouth Memorial Gardens, Dartmouth, NS. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.