1923 – 2011
Middletown – Irene (LaFlamme) Ryan, age 88, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 after a short illness. She was the loving wife of the late Anthony Ryan. Born in Putnam, CT, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Aldea (Vaillant) LaFlamme.
She was a loving lady with a kind heart and a contagious sense of humor. Irene will be missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her sons, James M. Ryan of Wethersfield, CT and Michael J. Ryan of Des Plaines, IL; her sister, Rhea LaChance of Dayville, CT; and five grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Irene was predeceased by her son, the late Donald R. Ryan, her sister, the late Angie Nelson, her brothers the late Roland LaFlamme, and Lee LaFlamme; and her granddaughter the late Courtney E. Ryan.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Irene’s family at 11:00 am, Monday, November 28, 2011 for a Mass of Christian Burial in the Most Holy Trinity Church, 568 Pomfret Rd., Pomfret, CT. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, Putnam, CT. Please visit her memorial guestbook online at www.GilmanAndValade.com.
Memorial contributions may be made in Irene’s memory to the American Cancer Society, I-91 Tech Center, 825 Brook St, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 or to the monastery, Mepkin Abbey, 1098 Mepkin Abbey Rd., Monks Corner, SC 29461.
Arlene Bellerose
To Irene’s family: We extend our deepest sympathies to all the family of Irene. What a wonderull Lady. She loved a good time and we remember many a fun filled evenig with her and Tony.
She will be missed by many of her family and friends. Sorry we are not back in CT so we could attend her Funeral. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
Arlene and Larry Bellerose
Clermont, FL
Phil Warner
Irene was a happy, cheerful presence in our condo omplex. She was always concerned about my health and frequent travels. When she moved to Middletown, I missed her daily greetings and positive outlook. Sincere condolences to her family.
Phil Warner
Leslee Weiss
Nana Banana, May you rest peacefully through eternity with your beloved husband and son. We had alot of fun and alot of laughs, didn’t we? You are missed.
Eileen Bourque
Jim, Michael and Donald’s family,
To all, Arch and I send our sorrowful condolances. I’m so sorry that I didn’t hear earlier of Irene’s passing – in time to see her and you.
We’ve missed Irene and will for the rest of our lives.
Our prayers are with you all.
Eileen and Arch Bourque (and sister Pat – I’ve emailed her)