Obituary of Timothy Pierce Ryan

Timothy "Timmy" Pierce Ryan, 38, passed away suddenly on Thursday, July 10th. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, July 19th at 10 am at St. Cecelia's RC Church, Rockaway, NJ. Friends and relatives may visit on Friday, July 18th from 2-4 & 7-9 pm at the Norman Dean Home For Services, 16 Righter Ave, Denville. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Killian Pierce Ryan, memo: Education Fund, c/o Norman Dean Home For Services, or to the good work of Market Street Mission, 9 Market St, Morristown, NJ 07960. Timmy was born and raised in Rockaway Township, NJ. After his schooling, he enlisted in the US Navy where he proudly served his country. In 2009, he was honorably discharged and returned home to his family. Timmy was a talented artist, a music lover, an amazing son, brother, friend, and would do anything to help another. He leaves happy memories to his loving parents Pierce and Lorraine, his son Killian, his dear brother Keith and his wife Eileen, his beautiful niece, paternal grandmother Ann V. Ryan; and many, many uncles, aunts, cousins, friends and acquaintances.