RIP: Tributes paid to Tipperary-born Priest who passed away in the UK this week

Tributes have been paid online following the passing of a well-loved Tipperary-born Priest, Fr Peadar (Peter) Ryan.

Fr Ryan was formerly of Clonmel, Co Tipperary and passed away peacefully following a short illness on Wednesday March 19 in Middlesbrough, Yorkshire diocese England where he served for over sixty years.

Many have been sharing their condolences online following his passing:

"Sincere sympathy to Aileen and Genie,and to all all of Peader's extended family at this sad time.I was friendly with Peader up to the time he left Clonmel,many moons ago.Peader was a great charachter in those days and may he now rest in eternal peace."

"Deepest sympathies to Aileen and Genie on the passing of Fr Peader, whom I remember as a grown man to my youthful boy times. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time."

"Sincrere condolences on Fr Peadar's death we had a beautiful affiliation with your family while Kevin was a resident in our home. Fr Peadar's visits were special especially when he celebrated Mass with us.May he rest in eternal peace."

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Fr Ryan is predeceased by his parents Fred and Julie, sister Dympna and brother Kevin. He will be sadly missed by his sisters Aileen and Genie, brother-in-law Azhar, great friend Anne, nephew Peter, niece Julia, their children, his extended family, friends and former parishioners.

Requiem Mass on Tuesday (8th of April) at 12noon in Middlesbrough Cathedral followed by interment in Eston Cemetery.