GUILDERLAND – M. Jeannine Ryan, 92, of Guilderland, died peacefully Saturday, July 10, 2021, at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Lockport, New York, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Raymond G. Laport and Margaret Ann Hartsock Laport. She was a graduate of Niagara University and was a registered nurse. After raising her seven children, she entered the workforce and was employed at Albany Medical Center Hospital and thereafter at Dr. Roy Fruiterman’s office in Delmar, New York. In addition, she was a volunteer at Birthright and Community Hospice and was a member of the National Right to Life Committee. She taught religious education at Christ the King Church in Guilderland and was a member of the church choir. Most recently, she was a parishioner at Historic St. Mary’s Church, where she served as a church volunteer. Jeannine also enjoyed music and singing and was a member of Capitaland Chorus/Sweet Adelines and was an accomplished piano player and gardener. She loved to dance.
Jeannine was predeceased by her husband, James F. Ryan in 1995. She is survived by her children Margaret Ann Marinow (Harry) Fallbrook, California, Patricia Diane Coleman (Frank) of Syracuse, Michael J. Ryan (Laurie) of Clifton Park, Sharon Catherine Riedy (Michael) of Colonie, Carol Ann Pezze (Daniel) of Loudonville, Maureen Frances Ryan of Guilderland and Anne M. Parente (Clemente) of Slingerlands. She is also survived by 16 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and the last of her four Golden Retrievers, Seamus. She was predeceased by her brothers Raymond and Robert Laport.
The family would like to express their appreciation to Community Hospice, especially Leah, Melissa & Cylon.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m. and from there to Historic St. Mary’s Church, Pine & Lodge Streets, Albany, at 10:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. Interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Click here to view Jeannine’s resting place in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands, NY 12204.
Here is a video tribute to Jeannine:
Karen Norris
Carol, Dan & family
We are so sorry for your loss! Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Karen & Michael Norris
Rita M Lojek Nursing 51
Want to express my condolence to Jeannines family. Rita Berlinguette Lojek a classmate, Nursing class of 51
Pam & Paul Katzman
Our sincere condolences & deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Jean Huba
To the entire Ryan family. I am so sorry to read about the passing of your mother. She was always a very kind lady and a true friend to my parents. Prayers with all of you. Jean Huba
Esko & Kathy Vainio
TO PEGGY, MELISSA & THE ENTIRE RYAN FAMILY; We wish to offer our sincerest condolences on the loss the loss of your Mom and Grandma. She was are remarkable woman as noted in her obituary. We met Jeanine at Harry & Peggy’s wedding in 1981 and feel that we got to know her better through Peggy’s many stories over the years. As difficult as this time is, may you find comfort in knowing that your loved one will always be with you and the memories that you shared will forever be part of your life. LOVE TO YOU ALL from Esko & Kathy Vainio of Timmins, Ontario, Canada.