Born in New Bedford, Ryan was a lifelong area resident. He worked at various marinas and boat yards.

Ryan was an avid and expert fisherman. He loved boating, music, and playing golf.

Ryan was a big New England sports fan. He had the biggest heart. Everyone who met him loved him and he returned that love.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by a sister, Susan M. Audette of Dartmouth, his paternal grandmother, Gertrude D. Audette of Hobe Sound, FL and formerly of Fairhaven; aunts, uncles, cousins, and Godparents. His funeral service will be Saturday, July 20 at 11 a.m. in St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 186 Cross Rd., Dartmouth. Burial will be private.

Visitation will be Friday 4-7 p.m. in the Waring-Sullivan Home, 230 Russells Mills Rd., Dartmouth. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or www.jimmyfund.org. For online directions/tribute: www.waring-sullivan.com.