Eugene M. Ryan

December 15, 1926 - November 6, 2021

Eugene M. Ryan, 94, of Easthampton, passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2021, at the Cooley Dickinson Hospital. He was born on December 15, 1926, in Northampton to the late Thomas and Frances (Vishaway) Ryan. Gene had attended schools in Northampton and was a US Army Veteran. He held various jobs throughout his life, most recently working as a Civil Servant within the Selective Service office of Western MA until his retirement. Gene had an impressive talent for painting and leaves a large collection of beautiful artworks, many of which focused on iconic locations within cities of Easthampton and Northampton. He was a member of various artist groups, and the Mass Audubon Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary. Gene is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Gene was predeceased by his siblings, Charles, Joseph, William, John, Thomas, Robert, Kenneth, Dolores Gardner, Sylvia Dolan, and Geraldine Hoffman. Gene’s burial with a graveside service will be on Monday, November 15, 2021, at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Northampton at 10AM followed by Military Honors. There are no calling hours. DROZDAL FUNERAL HOME of Northampton has been entrusted with his services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Eugene’s memory to: The Easthampton Council on Aging Enrichment Center, 19 Union St. Easthampton, MA 01027. For more information or to leave the family a personal condolence, please visit Drozdalfuneralhome.com