Alice Catherine Ryan Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Alice Catherine Ryan (New Waterford, Nova Scotia), whose life came to an end on May 20, 2026 at the age of 103, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her great-grandparent Alice Catherine Ryan; her parents, Jimmy Colbert and Agnes Colbert; her husband John Hugh Ryan; her siblings, Marion, Patrick and John; and her children, Shauna Marie, Hughie, Mary and Hughina.
She is survived by: her children, Jimmy, John "Buttons" Ryan, Judy McPhee (Raymond), Debbie and Joy (Jason). She is also survived by her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 29th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the McLellan Funeral Home (3188 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, NS B1H4K4). A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 29th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location. A reception will be held on Friday, May 29th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall (3236 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, NS B1H4T1).
If you so wish, memorial donations may be made in Alice's honour to the Cape Breton SPCA or the Alzheimer Society of NS.