RYAN, Peter H. of Williamsville, NY passed peacefully on October 22, 2026, at the age of 88 after a lengthy illness. Beloved husband of 64 years to Patricia (Regan) Ryan; loving father of Elizabeth Ryan, Kelly (Michael) Hillery and Holly (Michael) Peyser; dear Papa of Michael Jr., Ryan, Peter, Aidan & Seamus Hillery, Daniel and Peter Peyser; brother of Thomas (Marjorie) Ryan, predeceased by Francis (Helen) Ryan, Anna Marie (Donald) McAuley, Mary Elizabeth (Arthur) Newell, Michael (Joan) Ryan, Patrick (Virginia) Ryan, John ( Lorraine) Ryan, Patricia (Paul) Moses and James (Ellen) Ryan. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will be present to receive friends on Friday, October 30 from 3-7PM at the PERNA, DENGLER, ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME 1671 Maple Rd, Williamsville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Gregory the Great Church, 200 St Gregory Ct., on Saturday, October 31,10:30AM. A Committal Service will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in Peter's memory may be made to Bishop Timon HS or Canisius College. Share condolence at www.denglerrobertspernawilliamsville.com. Born and raised in Buffalo, New York, Peter was the youngest of the ten Ryan children that grew up in St. Mark's parish in North Buffalo. He graduated from Bishop Timon in 1956 and Canisius College in 1960 majoring in Economics. He served in the Army and went on to a successful career in banking starting at Buffalo Savings Bank in 1966 which later became Goldome bank where he served as Vice President of Corporate Retail Bank Operations. He continued his career at Empire of America and finally retired from First Niagara in 2001. He spent many happy days on the golf course with his friends and his wife at Tan Tara Country Club and Transit Valley. He scored several holes in one and won many club championships. He enjoyed attending Sabres games in the 1970’s, trips to Notre Dame football games, Siesta Key, Florida and spending time with his family and friends. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity and friendliness.
