Philip K. Ryan

January 17, 1939 - January 15, 2022

Philip Kevin Ryan of Westampton, NJ, born January 17, 1939, and raised in Fairlawn, NJ, passed away on January 15, 2022 at home just as he wished. He was 82, just shy of his birthday. He was a devout Catholic, and parishioner of 56 years to Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church. He was a long-standing, dedicated A.O.H. Division 1 member and past secretary of the division who volunteered in many ways and most notably received his Major degree in 2015. A loving, committed husband of 58 years to Elaine Marie Ryan (Pluhar) of East Paterson, NJ, a patient, supportive dad to daughter Camille Marie Ryan her fiancé Michael Haley and son, Colin Philip Ryan his wife, Jennifer Ryan, a gentle, most caring Grandpa to Seth Julius Stellwag, Natus Enduro Ryan, and Judah Colin Ryan, and a genuine, honest, and giving man to all his family and friends near and far. His strong religious faith kept him humbly thankful and appreciative of his life, his accomplishments, milestones, and most of all (in his wonderful words) “my angel Elaine”, His daughter, Son, and daughter-in-law, and three grandsons. He was always a witty, fun man with a smile even through the long struggle with cancer. Philip was not only an avid gardener, he was a true animal admirer, supporting local wildlife rescues. But don’t let those pesky squirrels and chipmunks disrupt or interfere with his vegetable gardens. Being a sports enthusiast was a past time passion he enjoyed, Notre Dame the Fighting Irish, and yes a NY Mets fan and NY Giants fan. The sharing of his time and energy also went to helping with Saint Vincent de Paul for 20 years, where he and his wife donated days to collection of foods, packaging foods, and delivering care packages around the town to those in need. Keeping perpetual adoration, attending daily mass, and being a secular Franciscan are more examples of Philips love and dedication to his faith and spirituality, and was a source of pride for us all. His family was his driving force to always be a true example of a great life lived. A strong Irishman, or as the family teased, a stubborn Irishman. Either way, Philip made family a priority even while being a young army reservist and working at the same time, then later becoming a busy time consuming entrepreneur. The time spent on station wagon road trip vacations will forever be cherished as a family. But what will be an even more lasting memory is how the beach was always the favorite time together spent. Philip grew up with the privilege of a family beach house and continued to share that love of sand and waves with his children and grandsons for many years. Once retired Philip and Elaine got to enjoy trips, seeing and experiencing many beautiful destinations. Making even more cherished memories as a couple. Retirement life together was a wonderful blessing for Elaine and Phil. Philip Kevin Ryan was the son of Julia Josephine Ryan (Brophy) and James Philip Ryan. He was the youngest of five siblings, Rosemary Stewart, John Ryan, Shiela Gillespie, and Margaret Kane. Philip leaves behind many nieces and nephews and their families as well. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, January 24, 2022 at 11:00am Sacred Heart RC Church 260 High St. Mount Holly, NJ 08060. A calling hour will be held at the church from 10:00am until 11:00am. During the visitation a Secular Franciscan and A.O.H. services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of Perinchief Chapels 438 High St. Mount Holly, NJ 08060. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to any of the following:  The Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge 4 Sawmill Rd. Medford, NJ 08055, Sacred Heart Church 260 High St. Mount Holly, NJ 08060, Samaritan Hospice Mount Holly www.samaritannj.org/donate, or The Burlington County NJ Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 1, Inc. 51 Notre Dame Dr. Delran, NJ 08075.  www.perinchief.com