James Charles Ryan Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Charles Ryan of Saratoga Springs, New York, who passed away on September 12, 2025, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Charles Ryan to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact James Charles had on those he encountered along his journey. Though James Charles may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James William Ryan and Margaret Carmel Ryan (Potter); his sister Maureen Carr (Ryan); and his son Peter Ryan. He is survived by: his brother Kevin Ryan; and his children, Rebecca Ryan Kern (Gregory), James Ryan (Karen) and Courtney Fenyo (Christopher). He is also survived by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and friends.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 13th 2025 at 1:30 PM at the Cadet Chapel (722 Derussy Rd, West Point, NY 10996).
Horseman, pass by! — W.B. Yeats, In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (https://www.volunteer.va.gov) or to your local Hospice in Jim's honor.