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• sincere sympathy to gerry's family

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time, and may you each, all find comfort from the love and thoughts of others sent your way.......

  may you find comfort and may Gerry rest in peace.

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  By nicola jeaney harney on 30th Apr 2011

• Not any easier

  

  Gerry no matter what they say about you in the media you're still so sadly missed by me. I still cannot get used to not hearing your voice booming through my kitchen everyday. You were a legend. I miss you

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  By Orla on 21st Dec 2010

• Gerry Ryan .

  

  Take Great Care Gerry .

  You are still sadly missed .

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  By Michael . on 20th Dec 2010

• there is only one Gerry!

  

  There is only one Gerry Ryan, sadly missed every day by all of Ireland. There is a loss in all of our lives and that is the loss of the Great Gerry Ryan.

  Condolence to his heartbroken loved ones.

  Betty, Octavio and family in county Limerick

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  By Betty frahill on 23rd Oct 2010

• Gerry, the human voice of Ireland

  

  Always in our loving hearts and smiling in our memories. RIP xx Eileen

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  By Eileen Dolan on 29th Sep 2010

• Gerry

  
  Just thinking about you today,and thinking how very cruel it all was that you were taken from us at such an early age for you and your family.I really miss listening to you and its just not the same anymore.Look down upon us and pray for all of us especially your wonderful children,wife and partner. Anne Corbett

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  By anne corbett on 18th Sep 2010

• Still missed

  

  Someone remembers,someone cares,your name is whispered in someones prayers.x

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  By geri hackett on 14th Aug 2010

• heven have gained another angel

  

  i listened to gerry every morning goin to work
  the journey has never been the same since,only the good die young,heven truely have called back an angel.my taughts r with his family. RIP GERRY

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  By pauline on 30th Jul 2010

• Still in Shock

  
  Gerry, the mornings are still so empty without your voice to brighten up our day. We have yet to move on and take the step of tuning into 2fm during your 9 to 12 slot. Your shoes will be hard to fill but I know from your place in heaven you will be cheering on your replacement. Your consistent positive and enouraging voice still plays in my memory and its this memory that will ensure I will tune in again soon and in your memory move on...you will always be missed

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  By Veronica - Kildare on 24th Jul 2010

• gerry

  

  so sad that you are gone too soon,,,,far too soon,,,stay safe in the arms of the angels,,,, xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  By angela barry on 13th Jul 2010

• One of Irelands treasures

  

  Gerry you are sadly missed, radio will never be the same without you. Rest In Peace

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  By Rachel Wynne on 10th Jul 2010

• gerry one of the best

  

  you were always there for us the people of ireland , wern t appreciated enough while you were here a great big hole has been left in alot of peoples lives when we turn on the radio everyday ,you were inspirational a pure gent and genius

  fintan and pamela farrell

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  By fintan farrell curracloe co we on 24th Jun 2010

• A STAR WAS BORN

  

  
  TO GERRY I AM UNABLE TO TURN ON THE RADIO ON RTE 2 ANYMORE MY MORNING ARE SOL LONELY WITHOUT YOUR VOICE AND YOUR WOUNDERFUL BRAIN IS SO VERY MUCH MISSED ON RTE THERE IS NO ONE THERE TON REPLACE YET UNLESS NE OF YOUR ON FAMILY. GOD BLESS ANNI"D" MIDLANDS

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  By ann dunne on 31st May 2010

• Going to miss you

  
  Just heard the very bad news. Coming over to Dublin soonand was going to seek you.

  Thanks for all the laughs and brilliant shows

  God rest and bless you family

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  By Kaz Aylesbury England on 30th May 2010

• gerry

  

  love you gerry you were great

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  By irene gannon on 25th May 2010

• hi jerry

  

  hi i miss your stories and crack you can show your mother and dad the things you talked about the week before you left all of us

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  By niall o regan on 23rd May 2010

• A FRIEND OF THE PEOPLE

  

  Gerry Ryan was everybodys friend A breath of fresh air every morning on the radio.

  He had a heart of gold but I think most important than that he was a great listener.

  He listened to what the ordinary man and woman had to say and he stood up for them

  He was The Peoples Friend Ireland will be a very lonely place without our Gerry

  Rest In Peace Gerry MANNIE

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  By Mannie McLoughlin on 16th May 2010

• RIP

  

  RIP Gerry, you will be missed by a nation x

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  By Emma Kelly on 14th May 2010

• Rest in peace Gerry

  Always in our loving hearts and smiling in our memories.

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  By Mary Coyle on 14th May 2010

• DADS IN HEAVEN

  

  I Lost my own dad this time last year so i know the pain the Ryan family and Melanie feel right now, but I know that You and him are up there somewhere, winding people up and chatting and laughing, he always thought you were a 'Gas Ticket' as he would call you....

  Tell him I said Hi Gerry and sleep well oh Fair Prince of the Airwaves...we will all miss you so much.

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  By maria on 14th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan the great man for being human

  

  in respect to gerry ryan, I remember him in my youth being on the radio. And as I matured to my 32 birthday on may 13th 2010. He has being a big part of my life. I took advice from listening to him on the radio. He has being a real education to me over the years. I learned more about life from his radio shows. Than I did 18 years at school. Godbless his family.

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  By mark flanagan on 13th May 2010

• May the Lord have mercy on your soul Gerry

  

  Rest in Peace

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  By Margaret Stewart on 13th May 2010

• I miss you so much...shocked at the loss

  

  You were such a great interviewer...showed such great interest in the person and conversation. A natural, you didn't have to think about the next question, that came spontaneously. You were witty and so touching when the time was right. I once entered a competition and won it. I had the time of my life in Manhattan in 2000 with my family thanks to you Gerry. I will always remember you and miss you sadly. /S

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  By shovaunmcm on 11th May 2010

• Miss you terribly already.

  Don't know how I am going to fill the time I used to spend listening to you online. Nobody can replace you.

  R.I.P. Gerry.

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  By Ann in Atlanta on 10th May 2010

• love is all you cant leave behind/u2

  

  sincere sympathy to Morah and family on Gerry's passing.I was touched and inspired by Morah's speech at Gerry's funeral and by the texts they shared.Your love for your children will connect you all into eternity.As Bono says about love"its all you can't leave behind"

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  By Noirin Queally on 10th May 2010

• GERRY, YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED FOR A LONG LONG TIME.

  

  Dear Gerry,

  Well bet you never, in a million years, thought that there would be such an outpouring of grief for your passing... and why not as you well deserved it... You touched many people....

  I know well you are still with your partner and ex wife and children and you will not leave their side until you know they have accepted your passing..It will be a long road for them but one day they will smile at your memory and in years to come something will remind them of you, something special that you both shared.... It will bring great comfort and joy and you will live forever tru their eyes...

  God Bless...and its not over till the Off Air light goes On.... x

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  By Deirdre Kavanagh. on 9th May 2010

• my friend

  

  gerry,i will miss u so much.i still cant get over the fact that ur gone.i never met u,but i knew u.u are now laid to rest,and u would have been so proud of ur wife and children.they did u proud in what was the hardest day of their lives.r.i.p my friend.

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  By brenda on 8th May 2010

• we will miss you dearly

  

  my mornings will never be the same again,we will all miss your wonderful arrange of topics disgussed each morning, and your ability to genuinly care about helping each and every caller that had a problem,your knowledge,kindness and witty sence of humor will be sadly missed,rest in peace gerry

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  By fiona mclaughlin on 8th May 2010

• The end of an era

  

  I was so sad and shocked to hear of Gerry's untimely death. I hadn't had the opportunity to tune into his radio show much in recent years but I feel like my generation grew up with him. I always associate him with the summer holidays when we would listen to him in the mornings after having a lie in. He had such a great personality and a way of making people open up to him. He really seemed to enjoy life and had such anenthusiastic attitude. He will be sadly missed.

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  By Joan Cafferty on 8th May 2010

• Gerry The Light Of My Morning

  

  After dropping my 16 year old son Mark to school i went for my walk.I rushed back to my car to hear Gerry reading the papers,then got home and ran in doors to turn on the radio to hear what he was talking about on that day.The days i was feeling down he would say something to make me laugh and then my 2 year old little girl Niamh would laugh at me laughing.I miss his voice so much and i feel so much for his family and friends.I will now talk to Gerry the same as i talk to my Angels everyday.You helped us when you were on earth now you can help us from heaven

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  By Breeda Murphy on 8th May 2010

• The Nolan Family

  

  
  We will miss him very much - he came into our home every morning and brightened it. Mornings will never be the same. Kind wishes to his family and all those who loved him.

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  By The Nolan Family on 8th May 2010

• Thankyou

  

  For the last 2 years for everything you did and everything you were. Mischevious, lovable and above all memorable. Will never ever 4get you and your influence. We loved you for who you were.xxxx

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  By Jillian Glynn on 8th May 2010

• good bye gerry

  

  Rest in peace gerry i hope you will be happy

  in heaven you will be sadly missed by everyone.

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  By sarah on 7th May 2010

• ar ais de go raibh a anam

  

  ar ais de go raibh a anam

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  By brigid cody on 7th May 2010

• Goodbye G Ryan

  

  Rest in Peace

  My thoughts are with the family and friends. I loved your shows. You were always cheerful, full of life and happy on your shows. You always brought a smile to my face. You always made problems seem much smaller than they were made out to be. You really cared about people and our society in Ireland. God bless you forever and I hope you are in a good place.x

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  By S Geraghty on 7th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  To all Gerry's family and friend, my deepest sympathies. You have lost a very special person and Ireland has lost a superb broadcaster and Ireland will be at a loss without him. To Gerry, heartbroken for you that your life ended at such an earlier time in your life and you will miss the rest of your children's lives. Ireland no longer has someone to solve their problems. Thank you Gerry for all that you have done for so many people for over 20years.

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  By Mary Pakenham on 7th May 2010

• Simply the best Gerry

  

  I switch on 2fm

  But something is wrong,

  Your soothing voice

  Really has gone.

  The news broadcater

  Said Gerry was dead,

  But I thought the broadcaster

  was soft in the head.

  It's totally untrue

  You're to young to die,

  He's got his facts wrong

  it must be a lie.

  My Gerry Pill

  I took from 9 until 12

  when you were off

  I would go through sheer hell.

  But on these occasions

  I know we'd agree,

  My language swerved

  Between F and a B.

  The radio star

  who will not be forgotten,

  has left us all sad

  And feeling quite rotten.

  I look my at my radio

  and my heart splits in two,

  My best friend Gerry

  To be replaced with someone new.

  They say shoes can be filled

  And maybe it's true,

  But in your case sir

  No one else will do.

  But I know Gerry

  You'd say this with Grace

  That wee Bas....

  Has taken my place.

  But I'll hold on to my memories

  And I'll sit and cry.

  Gerry Ryan the LEGEND

  Apple of my eye.

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  By Pauline Murdoch 45 Ballymacnab on 7th May 2010

• Thanks Gerry

  

  I first listened to Gerry on the radio at work when I was 25, I am now 45 and have grown and learnt from Gerry. He has been my morning companion since I had my kids, I even rang once and it was so easy to talk to him. I will miss his enthusiasm, knowledge and caring ways and of course the laughs. Your family are in my prayers this week. Thankyou Gerry for the shareing the best years of our lives

  Marion x

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  By Marion O Toole on 7th May 2010

• Will be sadly missed.

  

  I can't believe that you're gone. The nation is in mourning. My kitchen will be quiet in the mornings now. Will be lost without the funny, sad, serious and very interesting shows each morning. There is no one who could step in to your shoes.

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  By Antoinette Brennan on 7th May 2010

• Its been 5 years since I've experienced such grief.That was when my Dad died.

  

  Mr. Gerry Ryan. What have you done to me.The pain the tears and the utter heart ache I have felt since ur passing. I didn't realise how much of an impact you had on my life.I'm sorry for taking you for granted. I will miss you very much. Please look down on you're wonderful family from above and mind them, protect them and keep them strong.

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  By annmarie smith on 7th May 2010

• gerry

  
  he was just brilliant.

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  By peter kearns on 7th May 2010

• You'll be missed Gerry

  

  I've listened to you every morning in work for more years than I care to remember. You were an inspiration to all who listened to you. May God have mercy on your soul and may God give your family the strength to tell the world that you were a gentleman. In the depths of winter I finally found that within me there lay an invincible summer..Albert Camus

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  By Marie Henderson on 7th May 2010

• safe in the arms of Jesus.

  
  may the Lord guide and care for your family and send peace to Morah a lovely generious and dignified lady.

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  By ann payne on 7th May 2010

• you were the best...

  

  Rest in Peace gerry!

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  By steven o' neill on 7th May 2010

• Late Late Show Tribute

  I live in the US now and read somewhere that Stockard Channing was on the Late Late Show last Friday. Apparently she said that she was surprized at the level of love for Gerry and said that she had not seen anything like this in the US. Gerry could well be discussingpolicy with Walter Kronkite now who had the same trusting realationship with his audience and whose death was "waked" on US TV as was Tim Russert who presented NBC's Meet the Press - another presenter trusted by his audience.

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  By Ursula on 7th May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  My husband and I left Ireland and moved to Grand Cayman 21 years ago. We always loved listening to your radio show when we were at home on holidays. You were indeed one of the best and when we return in July we will miss you. Ireland's great loss. Our thoughts are with your family. God Bless.

  Honor & Stephen O'Dwyer

  George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, BWI

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  By Honor O'Dwyer, Grand Cayman on 7th May 2010

• Gold Coat Australia - Still devasted!

  

  
  I love my radio - and when I heard of Gerry Ryan's death I can tell you my heart skipped more than a few heart beats! I think I might even go to say the wind was knocked out of my lungs!

  I now live on the Gold Coast, and I'm torn! I want to be at home with everyone remembering him, but there is a little side of me that takes comfort in the fact that I won't be around to listen to that silience!

  Imagine- we only knew him on the radio and we miss him! can you imagine being a family member or friend? What a sad long void. Thank you Gerry for all the years x x x Bernie McGann

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  By Bernadette McGann on 7th May 2010

• RIP MY FRIEND

  

  
  WILL MISS YOUR VOICE ALWAYS THE DAYS WILL NEVER BE THE SAME

  WITH LOVE

  MARIA

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  By maria gallen on 7th May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  Gerry, you enlightened so many people with your empathy, wit and larger than life personality.

  You have given so much solace to people through your radio mic, lets hope your new journey will be filled with as much joy.

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  By Cathal Scott on 7th May 2010

• Thank you

  Thank you Gerry for so many mornings of entertainment, you were one in a million.

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  By Tina Mooney on 7th May 2010

• Gerry , Blessings

  

  Dear Gerry, I listened in from Australia to your show on line...loved your voice, loved your chats, and you will be missed..Blessings to you and your loved ones at this really trying and emotional time....Time is a healer...bless....xx Suzanne

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  By Suzanne Clark on 7th May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  Like countless other nameless, faceless exiles, I listened to Gerry online from abroad. He kept you connected. All the new media, great as it is, can never replace the voice over the radio waves. I'm thinking of the Van Morrison song "wavelength" - "singing come back baby come back". Wish you would come back Gerry, be on the radio next Monday, telling us all you were only messing.

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  By paula on 7th May 2010

• far away from home

  

  
  sitting here in my office in Palmerston North, New Zealand, I am truly shaken and bereft @ the awful reality that Gery Ryan is no more. I was there as an avid listener in the earlydays, 1979, it was our own revolutionary road. And then , to watch , listen to him evolve over the years on 2fm, and garner listenership by pure merit, mad (RIP) that he was. Indeed ....he has done our state a great and significant good. Liz McGuinness

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  By Liz McGuinness on 7th May 2010

• Miss you Gerry,

  

  From a broken hearted housewife,what my morning is going to be without you. God Bless you Gerry, slan for now, Colette Fennelly,

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  By Colette Fennelly, housewife on 7th May 2010

• Thanks

  
  Thanks for everything Gerry.

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  By Joe on 7th May 2010

• God Rest you Gerry

  

  
  Your presence and your wonderful voice and listening ear will be sadly missed Gerry but I'm sure you have the microphone to hand and are debating the wrongs and rights of heaven. You made me smile many a time over the years, Mr. Ryan and I will sorely miss your company. My deepest sympathies to all your family and those who loved you.

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  By Teresa Comerford on 7th May 2010

• RIP

  Astar has gone out in earth but will shine so very brighly in heaven. Gerry's is Ireland's son may you rest in peace.

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  By N Urch on 7th May 2010

• A true broadcaster in all it meaning'

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time

  "He gave us a good laugh, will be missed'

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  By Paul Hardiman on 7th May 2010

• Irelands Best Friend xxx

  

  The voice,the laugh, the opinions, the advice, and most of all you,I will always miss, turning on the radio won't be the same. Enjoy the party up there, you deserve to now RIP Gerry xxxx

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  By Angela Nolan on 7th May 2010

• Thank you

  

  Thank you for being such a good friend and for making me laugh over the last 13 years when you went to work with me. I will so miss your colourful story telling. Will miss you. RIP

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  By Olivia O'Leary on 7th May 2010

• what now?

  

  for years and years and years thousands of miles from ireland the sounds,tastes, smells,the warmth the very essence of the irish people came courtesy of Gerry into my home through my pc.

  Now he is gone I am .....numb

  Rest in peace man

  That was a spectacular innings

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  By Barry Byrne on 7th May 2010

• A GOOD MAN

  

  Gerry you are missed.

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  By Joseph Dalton on 7th May 2010

• Really Annoyed with Gerry

  I'm a 43 year old Irish man living in Calgary Canada. I cried today driving from Calgary to Radium BC listeining to Evelyen O'Rourke on pod cast with the gang. Remembering 'Terrance' and the lads talking about everything and nothing brought on my tears. Fiona L. thank you for your honesty. No need for more anecdotes. I have maintained my Irishness for 11 years thanks to G. Ryan Podcasts. Now I'm lost.

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  By Neil Rooney on 7th May 2010

• Wish u happy in heaven

  

  
  Sorry to hear u passed away from the Internet news,i didn't know ur name before as i'm from remote China,just as one of my friends from there,i read the irish news which i got the bad news,whatever,wish u happy,wish ur fans happy.

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  By Jack from China on 7th May 2010

• Cermony

  

  
  I listened to the funeral mass today. It was a great send off for you Gerry and I'm certain you enjoyed it too. Thank you for all the wonderful mornings on the radio. the kitchen is so quiet without you. I am switching stations over and back but no fun.. R.I.P. You have a great family who'll get through this with the strength you gave them.. Mary.

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  By Mary Connolly on 6th May 2010

• A wondeful broadcaster leaves our days

  

  Gerry, You were too big for this life

  now your in the heavenly theatrical stage captivating them all with your stories of us mere mortals missing your breath of fresh air to our daily day

  We loved your efferversence of life and thank you for the joy you brought us

  So sad to say good bye to you

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  By Brenda Sammon on 6th May 2010

• Somr

  

  RIP Gerry,

  I may not always have liked what you had to say, but now that you're gone, I'll miss you.

  Hope you are happy now with your Dad and Mam, God Bless.

  I'm sure you'll have your hands full now being a guardian angel to your children be there for them now more than ever xxx

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  By Ger O Keeffe on 6th May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  If there is a heaven i'm sure your in it Gerry and i'm sure they are in awe, in stitches laughing and on the edge of their seats listening to you tell your stories so well - we will miss those stories and your voice on the radio. Rest in peace

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  By Lorraine on 6th May 2010

• Rest in peace

  

  I listened to you online from Australia. Your were my connection to Ireland, always keeping me up to date with the happenings at home. Will miss your voice in my kitchen, your words of wisdom and your advice. My prayers and thoughts are with your family and friends at this very difficult time. They did you very proud today with their eulogies. I am sure you were looking down on them and smiling. Miss you,,RIP Linda

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  By L Lynch on 6th May 2010

• Rest in peace

  

  Gerry you are silent now but not for long Im sure those in Heaven are listening to your every word .

  Be proud today of your family and Morah They did you proud and will carry on

  God Bless. So Long

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  By Margaret on 6th May 2010

• You had the wow factor in buckets !!

  

  Dear Gerry I Listened to you most mornings, but if I missed you there was the repeat at 2am which was a god send if I couldnt sleep ! now what am I going to do ! no one can take your place ! lots of love and thank you for everything . R I P .

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  By Antoinette Edwards on 6th May 2010

• Not just a man,a Colossus.

  
  Gerry,you were a colossus,a human volcanoe in Irish society.Remember The Purty Kitchen!you were the best!God Bless you & your family,Regards, GerryO'Connell.

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  By Gerry O'Connell on 6th May 2010

• rip gerry

  

  rip and may god bless your lovely family they are a credit to both of you.morah it was so brave of you to think of everybody at such a very sad time

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  By jane kelly on 6th May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Having watched the funeral today on webcam i have to say it was a very moving and inspirational funeral bringing both tears of laughter and great sadness.

  You would have been so proud of your lovely children and what a fantastic speech moira made-they were so priviged to have had you as a husband and father.

  Ireland has lost a fantastic broadcaster and tuning into 2fm in the mornings will never be the same.

  Keep smiling and rip.

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  By amanda jorgensen on 6th May 2010

• Radio will never be the same..

  

  
  Rest in peace Gerry. You were one of the greats and we'll miss you dreadfully. My prayers are with you and your family xxxxx xxxxxx sleep tight xxx

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  By M. O'Beirne on 6th May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  

  Dear Gerry,

  You brought so much joy, happiness, and fun in to so many peoples lives. You are a wonderful, kind, and jovial person and you will be greatly missed.

  You were loved by so many and will always be remembered very fondly. xxx.

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  By Elaine on 6th May 2010

• The Ryan Line is still open!

  

  
  My condolences to the Ryan family on the passing of Gerry! Thanks to you for sharing your father and husband with us over the years! We felt like we were all a part of your family! May the Ryan line stay open in honour of Gerry and may he be looking down on us all and listening to our prayers as he did so well in life! Gerry you left us too soon! May you be at peace and all the best in your new path.

  The legend will live on in our memories forever. Till the next time my friend.

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  By Ronan Lynch on 6th May 2010

• R. I. P.

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time

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  By ray quigley on 6th May 2010

• God Bless you Gerry

  

  Gerry, I will miss you desperately. Radio will never be the same again. God bless you and keep you safe forever.

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  By Marian Sigler on 6th May 2010

• dear Gerry

  

  Dear Gerry, It was with the greatest sadness that i heard you were gone, I never spoke with you even though i had loads to say i thought i had all the time in the world i had so many fun and also some sad stories for you and i can,t believe i will never get the chance to have a good old chat with you i think we would have got on very well . i will never forget you Gerry Sleep well xx

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  By rosie williams on 6th May 2010

• R.I.P Gerry

  I still cannot believe that Gerry has left us, I like most of the Irish nation tuned into 2FM each morning , he was part of all our routines.... We all knew his highs and lows, and his love for his estranged wife and their beloved children... Gerry was the little boy who in many ways never really grew up, but yet he was also very sensitive to others.... To say he will be missed is an understatement 2fm will never be the same again, but as Gerry might say life goes on, he knew what it was to lose loved ones, and always spoke about his parents passing, with sadness, but with fun memories too, so Gerry all I can say is thank you for the days, RIP big fella, you have truly won your crown

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  By Anne Devereux on 6th May 2010

• miss you gerry

  the light of heaven to you GERRY

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  By maureen collins on 6th May 2010

• missing you farewell my friend

  

  no words can describe the loss i feel, missing you every day. noeleen x x x x

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  By noeleen doyle on 6th May 2010

• Can't believe you are gone!

  

  Will miss you lots. Hope you are in a better place. RIP

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  By Denise Martin on 6th May 2010

• sad loss

  

  I cannot describe how i'm feeling, you have given me many mornings of entertainment, especially when i was on maternity leave for both my boys, i admired you love for your family and your love to tell it as it was, i cannot imagine my mornings with out you on the radio and your seat will be very hard to fill, my taughts go out to you wife and family and also your partner, may got give them strength at this time

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  By sinead kenny on 6th May 2010

• Cant believe you are gone!

  

  Will miss you lots

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  By Denise Martin on 6th May 2010

• I can't belive you are gone!

  

  Can't believe you are gone! Even though I don't live in Ireland I listen to you online as often as I can and always enjoyed your show which helped me when I was feeling homesick. I never realised what a gifted person you were. Will miss you. RIP

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  By Denise Martin on 6th May 2010

• THANK YOU GERRY RYAB

  

  for being a huge part of our family as we grew up listening to you every day - thank you for the lovely music, your voice and getting me through my teenage years! REST IN PEACE.

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  By Maureen Brennan on 6th May 2010

• We will not forget you.

  Thank you for broadcasting the funeral service of Gerry Ryan, My husband and I cried and laughed with Gerry's family and friends in the church.

  It is obvious to us that Gerry's children have inherited their father's braveness and boldness for they spoke so well in their tributes to their dad - well done to you all for I know how difficult it must have been for you!

  I thought too that Gerry's wife was wonderful in the way she offered condolences to Gerry's partner and children - she too spoke so well. Brave, wonderful woman!

  Father Brian D'arcy was his usual brilliant self and said everything - as it was - as Gerry would have done - and covered everything that one would have wanted to say oneself about an unforgettable, outstanding broadcaster.

  Our hearts go out to Gerry's family and Ireland.

  We will not forget you.

  Chris and Pauline Morgan Devon England

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  By Chris and Pauline Morgan Devon on 6th May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  RIP Gerry, RIP.

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  By D Kearney on 6th May 2010

• Walk to work will not be the same

  

  
  MY walk to work will never be the same - even though because I was listening to Gerry it meant that I was late - again !!!

  I'll really miss his booming voice and his take on life - never quite like anybody else's.

  My thoughts are with his family.

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  By estelle hanley on 6th May 2010

• So much to so many

  

  Although I did not know Gerry Ryan, nor have I ever heard his program, I am struck by the profundity his death has had on so many citizens of Ireland. For the obviously hugely passionate positive legacy he leaves I am grateful and I send my deepest sympathy and good energy to his family, his friends and to the thousands who will miss him.

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  By a mcfadden on 6th May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  Rest in Peace Gerry.

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  By Pauline Tobin, California, USA on 6th May 2010

• May you have eternal peace

  

  Gerry,

  You now have to take care of your family, more than ever, keep them safe, and help them to cope without you. May God bless you, and thank you for sharing your life with us, yours listners.

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  By Maria Murphy on 6th May 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan 1956-2010

  

  I just want to take this time to offer my full condolences to everyone in the Ryan Family during this sad time. I would also like to offer my full condolences to everyone at RTE, and RTE 2FM. Gerry you did Ireland Proud, and you certainly are going to be missed by everyone in Ireland, and around the world. RIP-Gerry Ryan.

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  By Jamie Whyte on 6th May 2010

• will miss you gerry

  

  I cannot stop crying.

  I spent fourteen years of my life at home rearing my children and you were my only company and what company that was.

  you made me laugh,cry and shout at the radio.

  thanks for helping me through those years. i would never have managed without you.

  rest in peace gerry,

  karen

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  By karen arthur on 6th May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  Will miss your voice every day Gerry.

  RIP

  Noreen O'Connell Listowel, Co Kerry

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  By Noreen O'Connell Listowel on 6th May 2010

• You will always be remembered.

  

  You will be sadly missed Gerry. Have a hoot in heaven! Take it easy now!

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  By Máirín O'Boyle-Finnegan. on 6th May 2010

• GONE TOO SOON

  

  Rest in peace Gerry and when your done get up and party. Your wit and humor are allready sorley missed.

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  By Ann Cannon on 6th May 2010

• wish I had the pleasure of meeting Gerry

  

  I did not have the plesure of ever meeting Gerry Ryan, but I wish I had, I feel as if he was sitting beside me talking when he was doing his shows, sometimes I would cringe at the things Gerry would come out with on his shows, but then I would have to laugh at them. very funny man: very wise and clever man: wonderful family man, a man full of empathy for others worse off: R.l.P Gerry, maybe we will meet sometime up above!!!!

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  By Eileen Mulligan on 6th May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry and thank you....

  

  Gerry, we will never forget you. Thank you for the honor of your company, your great advice and all the laughs. I watched your funeral this morning here in Florida and felt like I was saying goodbye to my brother. I can only imagine how heartbroken your family are. May you rest in eternal peace, God bless you always Gerry.

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  By Catherine, Florida on 6th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  Can't believe your gone, mornings will never be the same again without the Ryan Line. You brightned all our lives. RIP.

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  By Josephine Boshell on 6th May 2010

• total respect and very fond memories..

  

  Gerry Will always be dear in our hearts. he brought so much light and meaning to so many events and all ways made us feel so uo lifetd when you listen to him on radio when you thought things were realy bad for you ..all the best Gerry.Ger deirdre jason lisa...

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  By ger kenneally on 6th May 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  

  I can't believe that you are gone, my mornings will never be the same withoout you on the the Ryan line. RIP.

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  By Josephine Boshell on 6th May 2010

• Enjoy the other side Gerry

  

  we love you and miss you

  xxxx

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  By the allen family on 6th May 2010

• A wonderful good-bye

  

  I have just finished listening to your funeral mass Gerry, and how fitting and dignified it was. I found myself telling your children and your wife to be strong and dont break down as they spoke so highly of you. This country of ours got to say good-bye today to their friend their preacher their confidant and as i said to my own dad when he died "see you in a tick". I cried from the moment you entered the church this morning to when the congregation started to clap as "oh happy days sang out". I will miss you pal safe jouney.

  Tommy 38yrs Limerick

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  By tommy o donoghue on 6th May 2010

• Your living Double

  

  Dear Gerry,

  Since I moved to Dublin in 1995 I've always been a huge fan of yours and looked forward to your radio slot everyday.It was strange but when listening to youon the radio you would frequently say what i was thinking and carry on the way I regularly do. Then one daya close friend of yours (your hippy doctor friend)told me that i was the spitting of youand said we should meet. From then on I believed that we were in some way connected and definitely cut from the same cloth. Although I never met you i reckoned some day I would and regrettable I never got the chance to meet you in person but we've been good friends for the last 15 years. Did you know that the day you died is my birthday which probably means that i'll think of you on that day every year.... anyway enjoy the next chapter in your life, you'll be sorely missed down here and i'm positive we'll meet some day and uncover the connection between us.

  Take care my friend,

  C O'Riordan

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  By Conor O'Riordan on 6th May 2010

• lives shared and hearts uplifted

  

  dear Morah and family

  my deepest heartfelt sympathy to you all, having shared in your husbands funeral through the medium of the computer, you are all to be commended on your tasteful honest true love which was on show for all to see. gerry shared all our homes in the mornings, while rearing our children, and minding other peoples children, feeding and caring for the nation. time doesnt heal, but it eases the pain. may the passage of time ease your pain and your memories of your love for each other survive for ever.

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  By margaret mc gee on 6th May 2010

• Another adventure awaits Gerry

  

  Gerry, the ability to make one person smile or happy is a gift, to do so to hundreds of thousands of people as you didis a blessing. Rest in Peace Gerry, Murray Ahern

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  By Murray Ahern on 6th May 2010

• God is good

  

  God is good and you Gerry Ryan deserve that he be good to you.

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  By John McKeever on 6th May 2010

• An Angel

  

  Very sad to hear you will no longer be on the Radio, you brought us joy and laughter which will solely be missed. Rest in peace Gerry,

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  By S Nolan on 6th May 2010

• Good Guy

  
  Gerry,

  You entertained me from childhood with school around the corner, you will always be remembered as one of those we have very little of. A 'good guy'.

  May you rest in peace,

  John

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  By John O Byrne on 6th May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  I am listening to your funeral mass online and tears well up in my eyes. As I drove home this morning listening to 2fm, the beautiful cherry blossom trees on my street had shed their delicate white and pink leaves. A beautiful dusting of nature's tears for our beloved broadcaster. God bless you Gerryand your beautiful and brave family. RIP

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  By T Foley on 6th May 2010

• For Gerry Ryan R.I.P.

  

  Gerry, may you live forever in Goodness and Beauty, in the light and warmth of God's Holy Love, and may His love, ever enfold Your Family and Friends.

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  By peter lawlor naas co kildare on 6th May 2010

• rip gerry.

  

  
  rest in peace gerry.

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  By Sharleen Nolan on 6th May 2010

• Ex-pat says farewell

  

  I grew up listening to Gerry on School Around the Corner, on the morning radio and on the 1994 Eurovision in my hometown. In my 22 years I've never felt such sadness or loss of a national treasure and icon. Condolences and best wishes are with all Gerry's kids and family. As long as a person's memory lives, that person will never die. Thank you for years of originality and representing us, you did us proud. We will never forget. R.I.P Sir Michelle x

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  By Michelle Lacey on 6th May 2010

• I MISS YOUR VOICE ALREADY

  

  YOU WERE A LOVELY MAN. I WAS A PARTICIPANT ON OPERATION TRANSFORMATION AND HAD THE HONOUR OF MEETING YOU.

  I WILL MISS YOUR SHOWS GREATLY

  SARAH DUGGAN

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  By sarah duggan Operation Transfo on 6th May 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  

  To the late gerry ryan , may you rest in peace. What a great ,witty , intelligent man you were. Everyone will miss u more than anything
  . You were so humble and down to earth thats why we all loved you so dearly. My thoughts are with the ryan family today. Radio will never be the same again.

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  By lisa tormey on 6th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  Gerry,

  You saved my sanity in the days when my kids were small. Yes, you made me cry, laugh and dance - I often answered you back at times when I disagreed with you. I felt I knew you and I will miss you. My thoughts and prayers are with Morah and your beloved children at this time. Rest in Peace. Sylvia O'Halloran

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  By Sylvia O'Halloran on 6th May 2010

• POEM FOR GERRY

  

  the man with the velvet voice has gone

  from nine 'til 12 he shone

  he spoke his mind

  time after time

  with genuine advice for everyone......

  your advice will be missed, sleep well Gerry

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  By Ben O'Toole on 6th May 2010

• Gerry charming the clouds now

  

  I will miss you Bud!

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  By Phil Morrissey on 6th May 2010

• Gone before your time.

  

  The last time I did something like this was for 9/11 so your passing has had a big affect on me. You can go knowing you left an indelible mark on everyone who knew you personally or as a listener on your radio or TV shows, those that loved you or even those that didn't: Conservative; you were not, controversal; you were - without fear of what anyone thought. The dignified response from your family, relatives, friends, colleagues and the huge response from your listeners you would be so chuffed and proud and rightly so. But as theysay, behind every great man is an even greater woman, for you that would have been Morah who knew you as you REALLY were. To your children - because no matter how involved in radio and all the showbiz stuff you were- they have lost a father and that is sad and to me that tops everything.

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  By Bernie Barry 6/5/2010 on 6th May 2010

• The voice of the nation

  

  May your heart be touched by the love you have known and the joys you have shared.May you find comfort in knowing that caring gentle thoughts are with you always. With Deepest Sympathy to Morah and their five beautiful children.May you rest in peace Mr.Gerry Ryan.You will be sadly missed.

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  By Carmel Donovan on 6th May 2010

• Too young to die

  

  Rest in Peace Gerry. My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. You changed the way for broadcasting, you are unreplaceable. God needed a DJ and he took the best. God Bless Gerrry.

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  By Margaret Sheridan on 6th May 2010

• Taken without warning

  G Ryanwas taken without any warning,
  His going left hearts filled with pain;
  But though Gerry is gone from amongst us,
  In our hearts Gerry will always remain.
  

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  By Catherine Moore, Glasnevin on 6th May 2010

• Rip

  

  Rest in peace Gerry you will be missed by many

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  By linda and gerard on 6th May 2010

• will miss you gerry

  

  
  dear gerry,

  I cannot stop crying.

  I spent fifteen years of my life at home rearing my kids and i felt totally alone.

  my husband thought it was the best place for me and i would not be here if it was not for your company.

  the radio will not be the same without your voice to cheer us all up.

  you kept me going.

  the radio will not be the same without you. miss you loads.

  r.i.p gerry and may you be safe and happy whereever you are.

  karen

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  By karen arthur on 6th May 2010

• thanks for the memories Gerry

  
  ..wonderful man, wonderful Dad, so sad to leave this orld so soon, Rest in Peace.

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  By Theresa Whelan on 6th May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  

  You will be as missed as you were loved and respected.

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  By Fakazile on 6th May 2010

• Great sorrow

  

  It was with great sorrow that I heard the news of Gerry's passing, I am still in disbelief. He was a great ambassador for Ireland and will be greatly missed RIP. the Hoolahan Family

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  By Maria Hoolahan on 6th May 2010

• Gerry; Gone but not forgotten, Slan.

  

  Gerry;

  Alice and Ilistened to your showwhen we visitied home and as we headed from Mayo to Shannon back to New Jersey. Yes, you could be irksome, but dammit, we enjoyed the show..it was part and parcel of a trip home. Without you, the country has lost a voice and for that, we lament.

  We can however relive the moments you brought, with your irreverent humour and 'there you have it' attitude.

  Gone too soon Gerry, you are gone too soon. The country will be the more silent as therewill never be another quite like Gerry Ryan.

  Sleep well, Rest In Peace.

  Alice and Tom.

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  By Tom McGarry on 6th May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry!

  

  Im so sorry this has happened your family and you Gerry, you were so entertaining and will be missed by so many people, you have touched more people in your life then you will ever realise and its such a shame that it is only now that people show there appreciation but you will be remembered forever not just by your family but by random people that you never thought xxxxxx

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  By Alison on 6th May 2010

• rip gerry ryan

  

  2fm never be same without you god bless rest in peace sympathy to all your family

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  By audrey on 6th May 2010

• I feel I've lost a son

  

  I'm 64, female, two children, four grandchildren, retired and separated. My doctor, dentist, chiropodist and hairdresser are all young and will see me out. I thought that my favourite broadcaster would do likewise but I feel I've lost a son. Pauline

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  By Pauline Shannon on 6th May 2010

• Rest in peace

  

  Gerry, although i did not know you personally,from listening to your voice each day you were part of our lives. I never thought we would ever be told we would never hear your voice again. When i learned of your death on Friday, my heart gave an unusual thump from it, such was the shock.The news just knocked me. Whyyour death created such a reaction in me, i do not know.You had that somthing speical,you were ableto connect and reach out toall kinds of people. I guess without realising it, through hearing your voice everyday you had becomea friend, and the whole country is nowin shockbecause our friend haspassed.

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  By Susan o Mahoney on 5th May 2010

• Good bye Gerry

  

  dear gerry, you were with me every morning - in my car, on my walk, in my kitchen. you were a great friend although i never met you in person. my mornings will never be the same, i am lonely for you already. i hope you're happy where ever you are. x

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  By brona brady on 5th May 2010

• A light has left my life

  

  Gerry, I woke up this morning and for that split second, I forgot you were gone! You know that early sleepy feeling when reality hasn't kicked in, and then the emptiness and rawness hits with a bang. The last time I had that feeling was during those early days after my dear brother's unexpected death a few years ago...he was 51 yearsold. The shock, deep sadness and disbelief when I switched on my car radio last Friday evening will stay with me always. Gerry, you would be really chuffed by the fact that from now on you're going to be right up there with the great icons of our time..."Jack Kennedy", (well he was only the American President!!), Martin Luther King, John Lennon, because everybody will remember where they were and what they were doing when they heard the tragedy of your passing.

  To your wife Morah and 5 beautiful children, yourcherished brothers Mano and Mick, relatives and friends, I extendmy sincere sympathy...may you all rceive strength and courage and hope over the coming days, weeks and years.

  To Melanie, Gerry's dear friend and partner, a special greeting to you and your children. Treasure the wonderful short time you had together, and my sincere sympathy.

  I love you G. Ryan....your line will never close to my heart and soul x

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  By Brid Conlan on 5th May 2010

• one of us

  

  Gerry, you were great gas. you were one of us and really made me laugh. You were such good company.Thanks for all those funny moments, thanks for understanding women, thanks for listenng, really listening to people and letting them speak and be heard. I remember thinking once how you would be hard to replace and infact irreplaceable when you would retire....I never thought you would be just gone..here today and gone tomorrow. Goodbye Gerry and thanks

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  By patricia on 5th May 2010

• Never.........enough said

  

  I can't really call myself an avid listener but I really did like Gerry's style and can never remember him shirking a topic no matter how sensitive shocking or banal.....( can just hear Joe Duffy saying ...really? go on? tell us? where u in pain? )

  .....however can never forgive those mullets, jaysus gerry you almost made bono look ok :)

  RIP GR

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  By Paul from Da Nor Side on 5th May 2010

• every housewifes friend

  

  will never forget u gerry. u got me through good times and bad.I never met you but you were my best friend.I raised a big family with you by my side, I will miss you so much. RIP Gerry.

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  By claire keating on 5th May 2010

• Sorry to lose you

  

  Gerry, you kept me company every morning while doing my housework it's just not the same without you. You were too young to leave us and you will be sorely missed.

  Rest in Peace Gerry.

  Tracy Mc Cabe

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  By Tracy Mc Cabe on 5th May 2010

• gerry

  

  You will be as missed as you were loved and respected. my thoughts are with your family. r.i.p. maureen

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  By maureen on 5th May 2010

• Nobody will ever fill your place

  

  Many laughs,many emotional moments over the many years I have listened to the Gerry Ryan show.There will never be anyone like you on radio Gerry.I,like so many others,will miss your fabulous shows as I ride around on my Harley with 2FM on the stereo.

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  By Eamon Wolfe on 5th May 2010

• You are sorely missed

  

  Gerry , i missed you today as i returned back to work, there is a massive hole left by you, I cantbelieveyour gone , Rest in Peace Gerry , I love you

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  By Byron Deithrick on 5th May 2010

• May you rest in the peace of the Risen Christ

  

  You gave hope and encouragement to so many people. I may not always have agreed with everything you said, but could never dispute your sincerity and integrity, your honesty of heart and mind to those you sought to help and challenge in your broadcasts. Like so many, I will miss the intensity, the frivolity and the passion you brought to the airwaves. God bless you, and your family and friends you leave behind.

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  By Gerald Field on 5th May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  
  Our home and morningswillnever be the same without you. Irelands loss is Heavens gain,you will be sorely missed.

  The "Ryan Line" is now open on Heaven FM.

  Rest in Peace.

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  By Marie on 5th May 2010

• Farewell Gerry...

  

  he was our Diana.

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  By G Gilhooly on 5th May 2010

• To the Ryan family

  

  
  May you get some comfort from how well your Dad, Brother, husband was thought of.

  May his gentle soul rest in peace.

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  By Evelynn Ryan on 5th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  I will miss your voice from my kitchen for ever more,my days will never be the same again. I will miss always and think of you often. Rest in peace..xx

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  By siobhan culhane on 5th May 2010

• Jerry you will be much missed.

  

  My deepest condolences to the ryan family and partner. Jerry will be sadly missed. Rest in Peace.

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  By m mangan on 5th May 2010

• Rememberings

  

  He was over the top, but often hit the nail on the head. He said what was on the tip of your tongue. He is irreplacable, one of a kind, a messer who´d lift your spirits.....he´ll be missed. G

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  By Grainne on 5th May 2010

• RIP GERRY

  

  your family and friends are in my thoughts, we all feel like we have lost a friend, life is so unfair, rest in peace Gerry

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  By C Gettins on 5th May 2010

• The voice of home

  

  I've lived in various European countries since I left Ireland over 20 years ago. One of the treats I looked forward to when I came home was listening to Gerry on the radio. I remember the first time I brought my German girlfriend home to see Ireland, we travelled around the country in our rental car listening to him every morning. She's now my wife and is as devastated as I am that he's gone. We'll miss you Gerry.

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  By Neil Egan on 5th May 2010

• Gerry the heart of the roul , R.I.P.

  

  Rest in peace, you will be sorly missed, your voice was heard in many a home in the mornings, and a light has gone from dublin. R.I.P, and i pray that god gives your family and friends the grace to cope.

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  By Rose daly. on 5th May 2010

• Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time

  

  My constant thoughts are with Gerry's family over these difficult days. Take solace in all the people that are around you, they will help you through. The pain that you feel over these days will ease, and he will be forever in your hearts. We lost a family member younger than Gerry quite suddenly 18 months ago..your feel like your heart is broken....it will start to mend again in time..

  Gerry will be sadly missed, radio will never be the same without him.

  Take care and Gerry watch over them always. Sleep in peace

  Anne x

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  By Anne on 5th May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Been living away from home for 16 years now but loved tuning into the Gerry Ryan show on the internet. Gerry was a great educator and entertainer and I shall miss him making me feel a little closer to home :-(

  Linda in New York

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  By Linda on 5th May 2010

• In Loving Memory

  Not ever gone
  Just moved on
  

  Wishing the Ryan family comfort
  At this sorrowful time

  Remembering with you here
  A life that was so dear

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  By Catherine Moore, Glasnevin on 5th May 2010

• .

  

  Myself and my girlfriend are on holidays in San Diego California. We were awoken to the news of Gerry’s passing. We lay there in silence.

  Our condolences to his family.

  Brendan and Anne.

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  By Brendan and Anne on 5th May 2010

• To Morah and Family

  

  My husband died like Gerry just over six years ago, a big man prime of life taken down on the side of the road. The feeling of him being alone haunted me for a long time, but I take comfort that it was quick and he didn't suffer. I believe Gerry had the same end. He was a force, a huge person in every way. He will be sadly missed. Gerry Ryan, RIP

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  By lynda on 5th May 2010

• Gerry

  

  Will so miss listening to you Gerry you kept me company at night and kept me informed and linked to Ireland from Jackie in Perth Australia love you & R.I.P.

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  By Jackie Burdon on 5th May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  
  RIP Gerry you will be missed by many people nationwide. I think every person in Ireland at some stage has listened to your show and laughed or cried along! Sleep well and look over your children and morah always. Love the Brennan Family. xx

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  By karen brennan on 5th May 2010

• My Friend

  

  You made me laugh, you made me cry but most of all you were always there. Thank you for the mornings we spent in my kitchen, me working away and you on the radio. My mornings will never be the same. God Rest you Gerry,

  M. 05/05/10

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  By Mary Maher on 5th May 2010

• Respects to Gerry Ryan

  

  Gerry touched not just Irish, but some of us beyond Ireland's shores. My wife (who is Irish-American) and I spent our honeymoon (and 5th Anniversary) in Ireland where we first discovered Gerry on the radio. Ever since, we've downloaded podcasts of his show to listen to in the USA. The wife listened daily during her long commute, and put it best: "I feel like I've lost a close friend, he was my commute companion!" God Speed, Gerry.

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  By David Wadleigh on 5th May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  Always in our loving hearts and smiling in our memories.

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  By Chris on 5th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  Our thoughts and prayers are with the children, wife and partner of Gerrys' devastated family, Someday I hope you find some small comfort in the joy he brought to thousands of lives. God bless you and look after you all in the coming days.xx

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  By Janet Roche on 5th May 2010

• gerrys radio station in heaveen

  

  goodnight gerry sleeptight i hope your happy with your mam in heaven.i do hopethey have a radio station up their in heaven and the angels and god are having a laugh listening to you.

  you brought light into so many peoples lives especiallymine ive gone through some rough times over the years,but listening to you was a breath of fresh air,you left behind you a beautiiful family, your children are a credit to you and your wife,they will in time moveonin life and hopefully they will meet their future partners,they will never ever forget you, their dad,friend,messer, but most of all they will have their mother to guide them along this difficult path,they will have the support of their relations and friends.goodbye my friend gerry

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  By Yvonne Balfe/ on 5th May 2010

• Never to be forgotten

  

  Thank you for all the mornings we shared, I in my kitchen while you were on the radio. You never failed to amuse me, I will always remember you.

  M. 05/05/2010

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  By Mary Maher on 5th May 2010

• Rest in peace Gerry.

  

  To the ryan family

  Gerry was a great guy, and put a smile on my face every morning. he would make u laugh, he will be missed by the nation. RIP

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  By Deirdre Cawley on 5th May 2010

• Sincere Condolences

  

  My sincere sorrow at your tragic loss. Gerry, you were one of a kind, loved or hated you left your mark. Sleep well my friend.

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  By Carol Gibbons on 5th May 2010

• Rest in peace Gerry

  

  Its so very unreal, my thoughts are with your family, we will miss you so much xxx

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  By Pauline on 5th May 2010

• Irelands morning diva voice,the one and only Gerry Ryan

  

  Gerry Ryan, You were the voice we were all accustomed to in the mornings. The diva with the mic who was direct, confrontational, diplomatic, empathetic, and giving to all your listeners. We miss you already. R.I.P Our prayers and thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.

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  By K McGrath on 5th May 2010

• to a Legend

  

  Thank you for all the energy and life you gave us as listeners to your programmesand for energising us and broadening our minds and beliefs. You are a legend

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  By Bridget Ann Keating on 5th May 2010

• So Gerry

  

  
  Easy going - So serious Saintly - So Devilish Totally mad - So Level Headed Sincere - So Flippant Mature - So Childlike Sensetive - Oh so cheeky Mannerly - So Bold Famous - So Down to Earth The Lawyer - So the Clown = UNIQUE Miss and Love you loads God Bless xo.

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  By Nanette Reid on 5th May 2010

• Gone but not forgotten

  

  Gerry we grew up with you and thought we would grow old with you. It was not to be. May you rest in peace

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  By Deirdre McNiven on 5th May 2010

• R.I.P. Gerry from your listeners in Kuwait

  

  With love you will be fondly remembered, may you now know everlasting peace. You enriched our lives, may you be rewarded in heaven for that. I listened to you often on 2FM here in Kuwait & it won't be the same plugging into any Irish radio station now. R.I.P. the Ryan Line has finally closed.

  Cora Galligan

  Kuwait

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  By Cora Galligan on 5th May 2010

• Cant believe your gone

  

  I can't believe that you're gone Gerry my husband and myself listened to you for over 20years even before we met and you kept my husband company at work.The radio isnot the same in anymore in the mornings even though you colleagues in 2fm are doing a brilliant job to keep us entertained you were one in a million GoodbyeJoanne&Tony Tralee

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  By joanne daly on 5th May 2010

• "Articulated truck loads "of Love and Sympathy

  

  I was watching Ryan Confidential last Thursday night when Jerry made the comment re having "articulated truck loads" of regrets.

  Such an honest statement from an honest man.

  God rest your honest soul.

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  By Noreen Ni Mhurchu on 5th May 2010

• Sadly missed

  

  Quite simply, you made my day.

  After the chaos of getting the children out to school you were my calming influence.

  I will miss you so much cant believe the Ryanline is over.

  Linda

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  By linda thompson on 5th May 2010

• You will be missed

  

  
  Lots of love and supportto all your friends,family and to all the people affected by your passing Gerry. A huge shock to everyone. The ryan line is now closed here,but i am i sure its open for business in heaven. You were a natural born entertainerand will be missed every morning

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  By olive on 5th May 2010

• Knew you were there

  

  As I reflect on your death Gerry I think of you as the friend you didn't see very often but you always knew was there for you. I wonder though in your listening and broadcasting rolehow all the stories impacted on you, on your health, on your well-being. Had you the proper supports in place? Maybe you will rest better now.

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  By Grainne on 5th May 2010

• Miss you Gerry

  

  Gerry, I was devestated to hear of your death. You will be sadly missed. I always tuned into your radio show every morning and loved to hear what advise you gave out. I meant to email you so many times and now sadly I wont get the chance to. You cannot be replaced. I still cant believe your gone. I am still in shock. RIP Gerry.

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  By Vivienne Preston on 5th May 2010

• Thanks for the laughs.

  

  I have listened to the G. Ryan show for over 20 years. Even when living abroad I'd download the podcast to have it for the morning. Thanks for the laughs, the smiles, the wisdom. You have been an inspiration. Rest in Peace, sincere wishes to your family, partner and friends. Steve, Kazakhstan.

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  By Stephen O'Neill on 5th May 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  

  A fantastic Broadcaster. It took me until 12 o'clock to get dressed when I listened to your show. You will be missed. RIP.

  Linda.

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  By Linda Heraghty on 5th May 2010

• Showing Kindness to my Daughter

  Gerry,

  A number of years ago you interviewed my daughter in the School Around the Corner TV Series. During the course of the pre-recording interview my daughter got very upset while she was talking about her recently deceased Aunt. Like the gentleman you are you handled the situation with great respect, sensitivity and kindness. It is the sign of a very remarkable human being. The world is a better place as a result of you being here. You will be greatly missed.

  Regards,

  Michael Kelly

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  By Michael Kelly on 5th May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  You brought great atmosphere into our home in the mornings

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  By patricia coffey on 5th May 2010

• Mauds Merry Maids

  We will remember you allways

  Dermot and Maud

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  By Mauds Merry Maids on 5th May 2010

• We will Miss you on our Journeys through Ireland this Summer

  

  Melanie won a big Prize with you , She Made you laugh, We all had fun , will always remember you and Miss your voice on our Summers in Ireland Slan , for now.

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  By Frank and Melanie Gillespie on 5th May 2010

• Missing You Already

  

  Rest in peace Gerry, you where a bright light in a dark world. God will look after you and you will always look after your little children, who we hope life will get better for,Miss you always. Bernie

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  By Bernie Coughlan on 5th May 2010

• Thank you for sharing your beautiful presence in this world

  

  Rest in peace now Jerry your work is done, thank you for opening peoples minds and hearts with your presence in this world, you brought a lot to the table of life for everyone who listened and watched you over the years and helped us so much.

  Love and light

  Ann

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  By Ann OBrien on 5th May 2010

• Gerry you were the footpath on lrelands radio

  

  For me Gerry,

  You provided the place on the information super highway where I could relax, slow down, listen and laugh. The footpath that I could walk safely on as the world went at a breakneck pace. The information super highway will always be the same mad rush but the footpath to an enjoyable couple of hours of fun sheltered from the madness will never be the same. Take care and I will still walk the footpath and think of you. John Doyle Bray

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  By John Doyle on 5th May 2010

• You will be missed by many

  

  I listened to you Gerry for amny years as a teenager when things didnt go too well for me. Your show thought me that there was always somebody else worse off and you also made me laugh when I felt down. I remember once you talking to a mother witha new baby that didnt get any sleep it stuck in my head as a teenager and when I had my own kids I said to myself I now know what Gerry was talking about. I have since gone on to have my own family and have been succesfull, thanks for the tips in life, I will miss you. Robert T

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  By Robert T on 5th May 2010

• Miss you Gerry

  

  Gerry,

  It is difficult to understand why your death has left such a void in mine and so many others lives. Upon reflection I feel that it is mainly down to your innate ability to connect with people over the airwaves, what a skill you had. Now I have no one to continously quote over my coffee at work.Another thing I'll miss is the funny looks I used to get from people when I would be driving into work laughing my head off at some outragious thing you would have said. So yes Gerry, your leaving has made a huge effect on mine andso many others daily lives. But thank you for all the advice and laughter while I had it.

  Sinéad Kennelly. Kerry.

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  By sinead flaherty kennelly on 5th May 2010

• What is dying - Remembering Gerry

  

  A ship sails and I stand watching til she fades on the horizon, and someone says "she is gone".

  Gone where? Gone from my sight, that is all; she is just as large as when I saw her...

  The diminished size and total loss of sight is in me, not in her, and just at the moment when someone says "she is gone", there are others who are watching her coming, and other voices take up a glad shout, "there she comes!"...

  and that is dying

  May you rest in peace Gerry

  Gráinne

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  By Grainne on 5th May 2010

• Goodbye

  

  I can't believe that you are gone. I will miss you always.

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  By Carol Condron on 5th May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  I

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  By deirdre woods on 5th May 2010

• Sadly Missed

  

  I am so sad to hear Gerry has gone. We never met but he bought so much happiness to my life over the years listening to his show. He was hilarious and bold yet sensitive and caring. He has left an empty chair that no-one can ever try to fill.

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  By Liz Fitzgibbon on 5th May 2010

• So very sad

  

  You will be missed and are loved dearly. God Bless and thank you for all the joy.

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  By Siobhan on 5th May 2010

• Rest in Peace--Gerry is Missed in America

  

  Gerry's untimely death has rightly stunned the nation, saddened the hearts of his many fans and the public at large in Ireland. Most important, this celebrity broadcaster will be missed by his dear family and by his nearest and dearest. It does not matter to me whether Gerry was a spiritual or, indeed, a religious man, in the traditional and dictionary sense of the word as we know it. However, his fulsome embrace of life and his obvious sense of humor combined with a certain vulnerability disguised behind his voice and outgoing demeanor, suggest he had a deep and loving humanity. Last time we heard him was on the car radio on a recent visit home to Ireland from America. There was something refreshing, comforting and human, in fact, about his banter on World Cup fever in Ireland back in the day. May you find comfort in Heaven Gerry; rest in Peace with God's children. Condolences to Gerry's family and to his loved ones.

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  By Emigrant in America on 5th May 2010

• You will be missed

  

  Gerry you sat beside me ever morning on the way to work- no matter what was going on your voice and inspiration of hope made it easier. you have no idea of the effect you had on people daily routines and lives- i had no idea until you werent there. Nobody could ever fill your shoes. You were one in a million RIP

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  By Natalie Sheils on 5th May 2010

• "Back after these"

  

  
  Gerry how could you leave us? Listened to you for years every morning and replay on Sunday. Hated when you were off - didn't bother tuning in because it wasn't the same. Tears in my eyes typing this. Life won't be the same again. Take care Gerry. Hope to see you "up there".

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  By Susan Owens on 5th May 2010

• A star

  

  Gerry you were like a father, brother to me always there with advise and help even though I never met you. This world will be a sadder place without you in it - RIP beautiful man xxx

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  By Michelle on 5th May 2010

• Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time

  

  One of Ireland's best broadcastershas been taken from us at such an early age, Gerry will be sadly missed and will be difficult to replace, even though we just listened to his morning radio programme when we were home a couple of times a year, Gerry's programme would always get yuor attention. May Your Soul Rest In Peace in Heaven.

  Irish staff with the United Nations in Timor Leste.

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  By Michael C Kirwan on 5th May 2010

• I Cant believe that your gone

  

  Miss you loads Gerry. Work on my own in the office so always said i went to work with Gerry Ryan. The office is like a morgue without you. You will never be replaced. R.I.P

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  By Tricia on 5th May 2010

• A MOST UNUSUAL BOY

  

  I WAS LISTENING TO GERRYS SHOW A FEW WEEKS BACK WHEN HE WAS TALKING ON HIS SHOW WITH FIONA LOONEY.THE SUBJECT OF SCHOOL REPORTS CAME UP.GERRY RECALLED A TEACHER, WHO WHEN HE WAS IN PRIMARY SCHOOL,COMMENTED ON HIS SCHOOL REPORT THAT "HE WAS A MOST UNUSUAL BOY". GERRY, FIONA, MYSELF AND I'M SURE MANY OF HIS LISTENERS LAUGHED.BUT,ON GERRY'S PASSING,I'M BEGINNING TO THINK,WASN'T THAT SO TRUE.HE WAS MOST UNUSUAL.THAT WAS WHAT MADE HIM DIFFERENT.MY COMMISERATIONS TO GERRY'S CHILDREN,PARTNER AND ALL WHO KNEW HIM.HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.

  "HE IS CLOSE TO GOD WHO MAKES HIS FRIENDS LAUGH"

  THANKS FOR ALL THE FUN,GERRY

  GERALDINE XXX

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  By Geraldine F xxx on 5th May 2010

• Mornings will never be the same again............... .....

  

  Gerry, thanks for all the great moments, great laughs and simply the great memories. You will be deeply missed. Sincere condolences to your Wife, Children, Partner, Colleagues & Friends. May you rest in peace. God Bless and may God mind him in Heaven.

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  By Frances Connolly on 5th May 2010

• May you rest in peace

  

  So sorry that you died alone. You shared your life with so many. Hope you a have a large share of Heaven.

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  By Monica Clements on 5th May 2010

• You touched a generation.

  

  Gerry,

  To thousands of people who's hearts and minds you affected every day,you were a councillor,mediator, agony aunt. A father, brother, husband. Aneye, an ear, a friend.You were also honest,outspoken, excessive.

  In summary you were looked up on as a member of many families, who lives you touched in different ways,such was your influence.

  You will be sorely missed.

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  By Richard Tansley on 5th May 2010

• Will miss you Gerry - RIP x

  

  I will miss you so much in the mornings Gerry. I am on maternity leave and l reallylooked forward to tuning in each day. You lit up my mornings with your pleasant charm and humour. My condolences go out to your beautiful family.

  RIP Gerry

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  By Jacinta Hogan on 5th May 2010

• Thank you Gerry

  

  Thank You for interesting and wacky subject matters over the years.....u brought a smile to many...wll be sadly missed R/JS

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  By John Smyth on 5th May 2010

• Words cannot express

  

  Thank you for all the times you lit up my life. There will always be a vacant spot in the mornings. Rest in peace. Sincere wishes to your family and partner at this sad time may you give them the strenght to carry on.

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  By Yvonne Sheridan on 5th May 2010

• So sorry you are gone

  

  Rest in Peace gone but not forgotten

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  By Sandra Butterly on 5th May 2010

• You will never be forgotten

  

  RIP Gerry, its such a shame that you have been taken from your family, friends and listeners at such a young age. Your show was always so entertaining and put a smile on my face while driving in the car, or making something to eat in the kitchen. The brightest stars burn the fastest, RIP x

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  By Jenny McCarthy on 5th May 2010

• Radio will never be the same again

  The King has left the buildng Long Live the King

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  By Tony Geoghegan on 5th May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  You'll be missed by us all Gerry, loved you in Ryan Confidential. Watch over you children as they'll always need you. So so sorry that you left Ireland so soon. God bless.

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  By Deirdre, Stillorgan on 5th May 2010

• Rest Gerry

  

  With love you will be remembered, may you now know peace.

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  By Margaet Kearney on 5th May 2010

• GERRY HAS LEFT THE BUILDING

  

  I can't believe that you're gone

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  By MARIE JONES TENERIFE on 5th May 2010

• Missing you

  

  
  You were such a blast, don't know what to do in the mornings.Thank God it's 12.0C and I can stop wishing you were on the radio.

  You made such a diffeence to so many mornings.

  Hope your family will be ok without you.

  Mary X

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  By Mary Dempsey on 5th May 2010

• You will be sorely missed

  

  R.I.P. Gerry, thanks for all the years of entertainment and enlightenment...

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  By Mark O'Toole on 5th May 2010

• You'll be so missed gerry xo.

  

  Gerry Ryan was a great man, when i became a new mum 10yrs ago he kept me going in the mornings he set me up for the day you'll be so so missed but never forgotten rest in peace x.

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  By maria collins on 5th May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Just to wish you well on your journey ... can't believe someone so vibrant is gone ... i will miss you ... i never got to listen to you during the day as I am at work but used to listen to the repeat show every night during the many sleepness nights i have ... so good bye my friend ... safe journey and sleep well .. you will be missed by so so many. I truly feel like i have lost a true friend. RIP.

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  By Susanna Kelly on 5th May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  

  Gerry- you made my journey to work each morning a breeze as I listened to you on my car radio. Your opinions, wit and understanding of the many issues you dealt with helped me on my way. May you now inspire those who reside in Eternity

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  By Tomás Ó Donaill on 5th May 2010

• You were the voice of the people

  

  Gerry,

  You were the voice of reason, our safety net in troubled times. At 52, you were a constant in my life, beside me through all that life threw at me -from broken relationships, to the joys of marriage, through the birth of two children and the adoption of another, through two miscarriages, and through a recent separation. Your taste in music mirrored my own and your wit and intuitiveness was refreshing. My children and I express our deeepest sympathy to your family and to Melanie.

  Rest in Peace, Dear Friend.

  Deirdre, Simone, Conor and Peter. (Mayo and Dublin)

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  By Deirdre Judge on 5th May 2010

• No morning will be the same again....

  

  
  Gerry you will be and are already missed so hugely by thousands of people,your loving children, family and friends...but also by so many women and men who never met you but feel as if we knew you, who every morning lookied forward to hearing the sound of your voice over the air waves....so fully of clarity, mischief and confidence but yet soothing to the ear....I hope you can look down among us all and smile and be proud of yourself in all you have achieved in your short life. You will remain forever young now in heaven with your loved ones who have passed before you. May you rest in peace. God Bless x

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  By Jennifer Corrigan on 5th May 2010

• Gerry

  

  May you rest as in a long sweet dream...

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  By Aidienne on 5th May 2010

• G.Ryan

  G. Ryan, you will be missed and never forgotten. You area true legend of Ireland. I thank you for your advice, your wit and your joyfulness.

  Rest in Peace

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  By Kevin Harrington on 5th May 2010

• R.I.P Ger.

  

  Gerry,

  Its simply unbelievable.I miss your quick wit , your opinion , every morning myself and my colleague would chat about what you had to say as if it was just to the two of us! You made me laugh out loud every day, I felt I knew your family and you mine and yet we have never met. I lost my father a few years ago .. too soon that grief I expected and understood, for you I am bereft as i dont feel its my place to hi jack your familys grief I have a constant lump in my throat, my Life has a huge void. I am praying for your wife and children all of which I know by name and their ages.. Rest in Peace big man.

  M

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  By Michelle Jordan on 5th May 2010

• Sorely missed. Even as far away as Uganda...

  

  Gerry,

  I remember listening to your very first show on a radio tied to my belt, whilst stooped over planting iceberg lettuces in an organic farm in Wicklow! Now 22 years later am living in Uganda and I've listened every morning to the show. Will miss it terribly as it was my way of staying in touch with Ireland and all the going ons that happen in our great island.

  Thanks for all the great moments, the great laughs and simply the great banter. Will be so sorely missed. Thanks for all the great moments and memories. RIP.

  Nige Sutton

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  By Nige Sutton on 5th May 2010

• World will not be the same without you

  Deepest sympathy to Gerrys family and friends. He will be a big loss in his childrens life and hopefully the lovely memories they will have of him will carry them through.

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  By Anne O'Flynn on 5th May 2010

• My thoughts are with your family at this time

  

  Gerry .......Many years ago you made it posible for my two sons and daughters to be reunited with their big brother . You have changed so many lives and helped so many people. We will all miss you very much . Thank you GerrySorry you had togo so soon
  Eileen O'Dwyer

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  By Eileen O'Dwyer on 5th May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  We will really miss you Gerry and our hearts go out to your family at this time.

  
  May you rest in peace.

  You can never be replaced on Radio.

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  By Katie on 5th May 2010

• Really missed

  Gerry, you have left a void in my life that no one can fill. miss you reading the papers every morninng. Radio will never be the same again. Rest in peace.

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  By Helen Kavanagh on 5th May 2010

• Rest In Peace

  

  We will miss your wit your insight and your sometimes annoying point of view. You were always a delight to listen to and like it or not you were addictive. I pray for your partner your wife & family and friends.

  God Bless

  Marion Power

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  By Marion Power on 5th May 2010

• What a wonderful Irishman

  

  Gerry

  I loved your openness, upfront and honest approach. You said it as it is, and in doing so, made soo many people open up to you. During the recession you gave so many hope, and in your death there is hope that many will learn from your giving nature.

  Miss you but what a wonderful man to remember, I am proud to be Irish XX Louise

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  By Louise Ward on 5th May 2010

• You will be sorely missed

  Sorry you are gone Gerry. You will be sorely missed by many.

  RIP

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  By Rory Galvin on 5th May 2010

• Gerry and Santa

  

  Gerry - what can i say but you were the man to bring Santa down fromLapland every xmas by phone- me and my kids and for some reason were always in the car when you were able to make contact with the great man - my kids loved it - i loved it as much - you made their day and will not understand you not being around this year, you will always be remembered in our house- rest in peace andour condolonce to your family.

  nicky.

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  By nickybutler on 5th May 2010

• Gerry, RIP

  I worked in 2FM back in 1999 and saw Gerry every day - since leaving Ireland to live abroad i've spoken to him a couple of times on the radio - I have not tuned in every day but did as much as I had access to listen to him. Gerry was not someone who was always loud in person - yes he was entertaining but he also had his quiet moments. Gerry thank you for also listening and just knowing the right things to say. I am gutted like everyone else but Gerry is now in the afterlife and has just got his upgrade so we can celebrate his legacy knowing he is also in a great place now!

  RIP Gerry

  Niamh Lyons

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  By Niamh Borrel on 5th May 2010

• Big Guy

  

  I miss you so much , cant believe your gone rip

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  By Sinead Green on 5th May 2010

• Big Guy

  

  I miss you so much , cant believe your gone rip

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  By Sinead Green on 5th May 2010

• hope

  

  as alister to your program,you gave me hope ,to continue on ,your humor lighten my heart thank you ,bye for now

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  By cathal o connor on 5th May 2010

• A legend rests

  

  
  Gerry

  I have been a fan of yours for many years. I feel like I know you andcan't believe you are gone.

  You made a huge impact on so many people in Ireland and around the world.

  I will miss greatly your voice, humour and outlook on life.

  Your family arein our thoughts and prayers.

  Peace

  Maurice

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  By Maurice Lenihan on 5th May 2010

• You will be missed Gerry!

  
  So sad to see the heart of Irish Radio disappear so suddenly but your distinctive voice and loud laugh and words of wisdom and wit will never be forgotten.

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  By Dee on 5th May 2010

• Farawell Gerry

  

  You will be as missed as you were loved and respected.

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  By Fakazile on 5th May 2010

• GerryRyan RIP

  

  Hard to believe we will not hear you again our mornings will be very quiet as we cannot think of anyone to fill your shoes.You were unique.Althought we,re sad our thoughs and prayers are with Moroh Charlote Rex Bonnie Elliott Babette your brothers and partner Melanie.

  Gerry even in death you give us a little reminder how fragile our lives are no matter what age we are.

  Rest in Peace Gerry

  Dave&Tricia Cooney

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  By Tricia cooney on 5th May 2010

• A sad heart but fond memories

  

  I enjoyed listening to the Gerry Ryan show so much when in 80's Dublin and even when I joined the great diasporaloved tocatch up with it on return. It was a great constant in changing times and a memory of carefree days. Your star burned sobright - may you rest in peace.

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  By Catherine Davies on 5th May 2010

• Too Soon Gerry

  

  I remember you from the late 80's on the radio and felt I grew up with you. You really made me laugh. I loved your sense of humour, your extravagance, your empathy and your statements of anger at injustice in this world when no-one else would say it.
  My heart goes out to all who knew you and loved you - they must be in such pain now missing you so much. Love to your loved ones,

  Brenda xx

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  By Brenda Doran on 5th May 2010

• RIP GERRY

  
  I cant believe Gerry is gone. Ive listened to him every morning and feel that Ive known him for years. He brought laughter and light to my mornings. I dont know what Im going to do now without him. It just wont be the same again. May you rest in peace and look over your family x x

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  By Sabrina O Reilly on 5th May 2010

• Thanks a million Jerry.

  

  Thanks for all the moments ..of listening time you gave to me over the year's.

  Just a thought from out in the "either".

  Mike.

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  By Mike Kieran on 5th May 2010

• An Angle without Wings

  

  This is my simple Religon. There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophy. our own brain, our own heart is our temple, the philosophy is Kindness.

  Dali Lama

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  By Bridget and Alistair Greene on 5th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  I didnt listen to you everyday as I work, but I looked forward to my days off, or when I would travel with work, it was such a treat. I hated the radio show without you when you were on your long summer holidays, I cant imagine the radio without you now forever. My heartfelt condolences to Morah and your children, to your brothers and your partner

  Linda Duffy, Galway

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  By Linda Duffy on 5th May 2010

• Thank You

  

  Thank you for the privilege of knowing you and giving us so many memories.

  Forever in our thoughts, go in peace.

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  By Roy Aideen Keenan on 5th May 2010

• Loss

  Your sudden departure from being a vivacious, gregarious rogue to nothing, silence is unreal, I am waiting for you to come back and tell us of the wonderful stunt you have pulled....

  Try to come back

  Anne

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  By Anne O Dwyer on 5th May 2010

• Such a loss

  

  Dear Gerry, you kept me sane and smiling in the car when I worked in field sales years ago, I loved your show and spent so much time laughing (and crying) listening. You will be sorely missed Gerry and I am thinking of your family and colleagues during this really hard time. 2fm will never be the same. Big Hugs. Jeanette

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  By Jeanette McDonald on 5th May 2010

• GERRY

  

  With love you will be remembered, may you now know peace.

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  By EILEEN O'MAHONEY. on 5th May 2010

• Safe Home

  I didn,t listen to you that much Gerry,

  but I still liked and admired you,your style of presenting sometimes made me feel uncomfortable,

  but I think that was my problem not yours.

  God Bless Gerry, safe journey

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  By charley and family on 5th May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  Dear Gerry

  Life will not be the same without your voice every morning. There will never be another you.

  Rest in Peace

  Joanna Doyle

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  By Joanna DOyle on 5th May 2010

• Very sad

  

  Gerry, its very sad to see you gone so young, you had so much left to offer this country. My deepest sympathy to your family

  John

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  By John Fitzsimons on 5th May 2010

• Miss you

  

  I feel so utterly sad since Gerry left us. He lit up my mornings with his unique style of wit and honesty. For the 3 hours he was with me every morning, he made the world a brighter more lighthearted place to be in. I felt he united us all. I have not been able to turn the radio on since he left. Thank you Gerry for everything you gave us. Always love and never forget you. r.i.p.

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  By Carol Condron on 5th May 2010

• The king of 2 FM is gone

  
  Gerry was loved by so many people who fill take over the radio show it's so hard to fill his shoes..... may he rest in peace for ever end ever......

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  By Oliver Buckley on 5th May 2010

• God Bless

  

  
  Gerry, god bless you & your family in this hour of need.

  Your show provided a daily source of inspiration to thousands of people. You will truly be missed.

  Mark

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  By Mark on 5th May 2010

• Rest In Peace Gerry

  

  We have been living in Oz for the past for 8 years and go home every so often. Was looking forward to listening to you when we next returned in Septemeer...sadly that will no longer happen :(

  Rest In Peace Gerry, I'd lay bets that you have opened the Ryan Line up in Heaven and that God himself is now tuning in! ;)

  Take care Gerry, look down on your friends, family and listeners, we will miss you!

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  By Jackie on 5th May 2010

• gerry ryan r.i.p

  

  
  Gerry will miss you so much,loved ur show and you will never be replaced.a gentleman and the worlds hero.love you gerry,rest in peace...xxxxxxx

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  By janet on 5th May 2010

• missing you.

  

  I still cant get my head around it. I cant believe Gerry is not here anymore.. its very strange listening to people refer to Gerry in the past tense.. he will be missed by so many. my thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and collegues. If i am crying writing this.. i cant imagine the pain and loss his family feels. i can only say Heaven will be some craic whenever we make it there.. please god, and at least we know we'll get some good tunes up there. you'll be missed Gerry. Rest in Peace.xx

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  By Valerie O' Regan on 5th May 2010

• An unbelieveable loss

  

  I learned of the Gerry Ryan show on my honeymoon trip to Ireland in 2003. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed his program as we travelled the country on that trip and again in 2008. Soon thereafter I discovered I could listen to podcasts of the show and have been listening for several years now. I am truly devastated as the Gerry Ryan show was an important way for me to connect to my Irish roots and learn about life there. I send my deepest heartfelt sympathies to his family and pray they find the needed strength to get through this difficult time.

  Maureen Wadleigh, Los Angeles, CA

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  By Maureen Wadleigh on 4th May 2010

• Our sincerest sympathy from Iceland

  

  Agreat person in every sense of the word,he definatly lit up alot of peoples lives,I wrote to him last year to say how I enjoyed listening to his show I live in Iceland and he was so genuine he wrote back a short a sweet message and I was touched he even took the time.God rest you Jerry we will all miss you .R.I.P.

  Our sincerest sympathies to his family friends and relations ,fromDolores ,Guðjón ,Jón Páll ,Ásgeir Jmaes and Guðjón Þór

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  By Dolores Mary Foley on 4th May 2010

• Forever in our thoughts

  

  Gerry, you'll be forever in our thoughts and hearts, never to be forgotten. Our prayers are with your family at this very sad time. You were part of our lives for many years and will be sadly missed.You were an icon of our times. may you rest in peace.

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  By Christine Young on 4th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  Gerry,

  So sad to hear that you have left us. I have been a fan for years and loved your show. Dear Jesus, help your wife, your beautiful children and your partner to find the strength to carry on without you.You will be missed. RIP
  

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  By mary lynch on 4th May 2010

• RIP G Ryan

  

  Gerry you were like a National Treasure. I'll miss our morningS together. I never had the courage to ring and speak to you but have had many conversations with you in my head. There is no one that will fill my morning like you. My heart goes out to your family & friends. RIP G Ryan

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  By Anne Ward on 4th May 2010

• gerry rest in peace

  

  to the extended ryan family, our thoughts are with you over these very difficult days, keep strong; you will get through havve had alot of experience unfortunatlly.

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  By mcgreal familly westport mayo on 4th May 2010

• gerry your where the best

  

  You lit up my life & many others every day as I listened to you on the radio,I LAUGHED I OFTEN CRIED . for many years working alone you have been my best friend ,i always thought one day i meet you face to face to thank you,Thank you for all the happiness, laughter & great memories you gave me of your shows as I was privileged to be able to tune into you every days of the week.i will really miss you ,i miss you already,god comfort all you held dear ,my life will never been the same,god only knows how your poor family and all your radio family is .R.I.P Gerry ,i hate to let you go ....................

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  By ANDREA CONNOLLY on 4th May 2010

• Dear Gerry

  

  I can't believe that you're gone. RIP

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  By Marian, Co, Kerry on 4th May 2010

• GERRY YOU WERE THE BEST

  

  GERRY MY MORNINGS WILL NEVER BE THE SAME

  WITHOUT HEARING YOU ON THE RADIO YOU LIT

  UP MY LIFE AND MY HOME A LARGE PIECE OF ME

  HAS GONE WITH YOU I CANT DESCRIBE THE

  SADNESS IAM FEELING TAKE CARE WE WILL

  MEET WHEN MY CHORES ARE DONE HERE ON

  EARTH AND HOPEFULLY SHARE A JEMOSON

  TOGETHER MAY YOU REST IN PEACE GERRY.

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  By Dave B. on 4th May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Gerry will be sadly missed. Morning radio won't be the same. My thoughts are with his family at this very sad time - Helen McCarthy.

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  By Helen McCarthy on 4th May 2010

• Goodbye

  

  Will really miss you in the mornings, totally valued your opinion and advice, thank you for sharing your life with us - R.I.P.

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  By Sandra on 4th May 2010

• sadly missed and loved

  

  I can't believe that you're gone, my mornings will not be the same, how will i do my housework, i do not know. I will really miss your wise words.May you rest in peace Jerry. You are allready sadly missed.

  by Emma Tegart

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  By Emma Tegart on 4th May 2010

• R.I.P Gerry

  Gerry what will we all do without you, I cannot imagine what your family are going through. You meant so much to the Irish people what are we going to do without you. God Bless

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  By Linda Kenny on 4th May 2010

• Will never forget you

  

  Dear Gerry, I am a 37 years old and I have listened to you for 25 years. I run a coffee shop in Wexford and we listen to you every morning. We will miss you terribly and our mornings will never be the same without you in the background.

  Rest in Peace

  Karen O"Connor

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  By Karen O'Connor on 4th May 2010

• RIP

  gerry

  so sorry to hear of your passing. you brought a smile to my face many times and will miss that terribly, and the warmth you brought to many. God bless.

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  By michael bosco gallagher on 4th May 2010

• Sadly Missed & Never Replaced

  

  
  RIP Gerry Ryan, you touched and connected with so many Irish people's hearts everyday! You will be sadly missed and never replaced!

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  By Linda McAllorum on 4th May 2010

• FOR THE BIG MAN GERRY

  

  WHAT AM I GOING TO DO NOW WITHOUT YOU EVERY WEEKDAY MORNING, LAUGHING AT YOUR COMMENTS, AND INTERESTED IN THE STORIES FROM YOUR CALLERS, WAITING TO HEAR WHAT ADVICE YOU WOULD GIVE THEM. I FEEL LOST SINCE FRIDAY, I WAS READY WITH MY CUP OF TEA AND FAG, AND COLM AND JIM JIM WERE STILL ON AFTER 9AM, I THOUGHT YOU WERE LATE IN THE STUDIO, THEN AS TIME WENT ON I JUST THOUGHT YOU WERE DOING AN INTERVIEW FOR TV, BUT NOTHING PREPARED ME FOR THE SHOCK, I JUST COULDNT BELEIVE THE NEWS. I WANT TO THANK YOU SO SO MUCH FOR ALL THE ENJOYMENT YOU BROUGHT INTO MY LIFE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU GERRY, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR LOVELY WIFE MORAH AND WONDERFUL CHILDREN ALSO YOUR PARTNER, AS YOU ALWAYS SAID YOU TELL US AND WE'LL TELL THEM !!!! XXX

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  By Philomena Boote R.I.P Gerry XX on 4th May 2010

• GERRY REST IN PEACE

  

  JUST TO SAY MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND SMILE AND GUIDE YOUR LOVING FAMILY AS ALWAYS IN THE LITTLE THINGS LIKE A FEATHER AS A REMINDER OR BIRD THAT SINGS,

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  By Philomena Kinnane on 4th May 2010

• Daring, Mischievious, Courageous

  

  Thank you Gerry for being the 'Namer' of things. You were brave and authentic in the unravelling, unearthing of that which was being felt yet not said. Thank you Gerry for saying it for us.

  Rest in Great Natural Peace

  Vanessa Smith

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  By Vanessa Smith on 4th May 2010

• The Bad News Travels Far

  

  I am in South America, since five months now, and haven`t been able to enjoy the whit, humour and tender gravity of Gerry in the mornings. I miss Guinness and mushrooms from Ireland but now I learn that I will never hear the Gerry Ryan Show again. I am honestly shocked and sadened.I never knew him but distant as I am I am chocking on my tears in an internet cafe at his loss and our loss of one of Ireland`s brightest gems and my congenial friend in the morning.

  I loved your big heart and cheeky charm.

  I will miss you Gerry.

  R.I.P.

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  By David West on 4th May 2010

• People's Prince

  

  I moved to Ireland in 1996 and found The Gerry Ryan Show after searching in vein for a classical music station(!). There was no Lyric FM then. I was hooked! His show helped me to understand what my contemporary Irish were really like. -A far cry from the tweedel-dee immigrant Boston Irish I had known before. His topics were so varied, his humour so captivating, his compassion so deep... all I can think is that our grief of his passing is similar to that felt by the Uk people on passing of Diana: he was the People's Prince. RIP Gerry.

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  By helena korpela on 4th May 2010

• Sadly missed.

  

  
  I Can't believe i wont hear your voice again on the radio.

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  By Mary ODriscoll on 4th May 2010

• Fair well Jerry

  

  I can't believe that you're gone. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Loved your personality so bold and honest. Cant believe I wont hear or see you on the air again. It wont be the same without you. You will make a difference in heaven too.God rest you Jerry.Joan Moriarty

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  By joan moriarty on 4th May 2010

• Rest In Peace Gerry

  

  
  I just cant believe your gone Gerry, and that i'll never hear that familiar voice again. Thanks for the many years of entertainment, you will be greatly missed, and remembered forever....there's only one Gerry Ryan. Sleep peacefully Gerry, God Bless you xo

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  By Mary Sheehan on 4th May 2010

• Gerry,

  

  I can't believe that you're gone. So terribly sad for your family and all of us your fans!

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  By Marie O'Regan on 4th May 2010

• God Rest You

  

  Thanks for all the great broadcasting Gerry,

  I will miss hearing your voice every day !

  Fondly thought of and never forgotten,

  Desperate Housewife

  Paula Conway

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  By Paula Conway on 4th May 2010

• May you rest in peace Gerry.

  

  
  Dear Gerry,

  My deepest condolences to your family,Partner, friends and colleagues and all your other ryan show listeners. I will miss you so much when I'm driving around the country for work, you were truley like a friend...May you rest in peace you legend,

  Orla,xx

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  By Orla O'Neill on 4th May 2010

• miss you lots

  

  I once thought to myself..I am listening to Gerry Ryan for 22 yrs,he dont know me,never will,if i were to die tomorrow,he never would know i listened to his shows..yet,if he were to die..I would know..Thank you so much for been the best comapany I ever could have had for 3 hours every morning..I know you cant be at peace,you would not have wanted this sudden parting from your family,but in time,you will be at peace. Hugs to you Gerry xox

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  By Debbie Rock on 4th May 2010

• RIP

  Gerry, you were a talent that will not be replaced. I listened to you when I worked from home. You were a pal, and I always knew you were there in the mornings to keep me company. I will miss you pal. You had something special! Rest in peace.

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  By Marion on 4th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  
  Gerry,

  It is a tragic loss for me and for Ireland in your passing. You were an inspiration to us all. You made me smile and chuckle so many times you are ireplaceable. It will not be the same without you in this world.

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  By Alan Noone on 4th May 2010

• Gerry

  

  Im just sad since u passed away,cannot stop thinking about you and ur family.I go to my mams grave every day to light a candle for her and i will also light one for you I will miss your voice in the mornings Gerry say hallo to my mam for me and tell her I love and miss her loads.

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  By Ann Carmody on 4th May 2010

• Loved the humour

  

  I was interviewed by Mr Ryan 2 yrs ago on air from USA . He was ablast pulled no punches .

  Should be more like him to just say waht they feel . Rest in Peace Sir rest in peace

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  By Thomas Gladney on 4th May 2010

• another star has fallen

  

  RIP gerry,your going to be sadley missed,thanks for all those great years on radio

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  By paul on 4th May 2010

• God rest you Gerry

  

  
  Will miss you so very much Gerry you really were one in a million. To your family, friends and work colleagues thinking of you all. Radio will never be the same again, ever!! Sue

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  By Sue Kyle on 4th May 2010

• You will never know how special you where to us

  

  To Gerry,

  Today was one of the saddest days for all the Irish people, we lost a much loved and adored person and you will never know that,however it will be of great comfort for you family to know that we adored you. You made me laugh and cry at the same time and I will miss that.

  Le gra Mor Gerry.

  Caitx

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  By caitriona coffey on 4th May 2010

• You will be truly missed

  

  Can not believe you are no longer with us, my mornings will not be the same ever again, how I'll do my housework without your wonderful voice and funny and wise words, I do not know. The good always die young. Gerry, may God guide you and Rest in Peace, you were a wonderful man.

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  By Deirdre Roche on 4th May 2010

• Gerry

  

  May your beautiful soul rest in peace. I never met you in person but you enriched my life.I have cried every day since last Friday. We thought you'd be around forever. As Bono so aptly said, we forgot you were human as you really were larger than life.I feel bereaved so its unimaginable how bereft your beloved wife and children feel. God bless you all. Our country's brightest and most optimistic light is gone.

  Rest in Peace and Serenity Gerry.

  Pauline and family x

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  By Pauline on 4th May 2010

• Rest in peace

  

  Rest in peace Gerry

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  By Orla Barry on 4th May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  Gerry

  Its a cliche but"you were the real legend", you raised me up, you raised Ireland up, now we will raise you up. You were never going to die an old man in a nursing home you were always the dramatist even in death you stunned the country. There was never a time that I listened to you that I didn't burst myself laughing, so long old pal, you will never be forgotton or replaced.

  Our sympathys to your family and close friends,

  Gerry RIP

  Jim & Grainne
  

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  By Grainne Keegan , James Murphy on 4th May 2010

• We've lost an icon!....

  

  
  May I take this oportunity toextend my condolences to Gerry's family in this hugely, sad time. No words can ease your pain and sorry right now, but the Irish people all have you in their thoughts and prayers. Well Gerry me ould mucker, life will be a lonlier place without your distinctive and somewhat humoursome voice when we tune in to hear what you have in store for us today on your show....but, sadly,we will never enjoy that again.. Missing you already mate....R.I.P. son of Ireland.

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  By Tommy Keeling on 4th May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  
  It was very Sad News I received on Friday last 30.04.2010 at the Loss of the Great Gerry Ryan had Passed away.even thought I had never meet gerry I felt like i had know him for years as i had listen to his radio show( 20 years)and his TV Programmes as well.Life& Time will go on but to me Gerry Ryan will always be in my toughts all for good reasons . my thoughts are with his whole family at this sad time .

  Slan, Agus Beannacht de leath

  Cormac Keeley

  Ballinasloe

  Co Galway

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  By Cormac Keeley on 4th May 2010

• Deepest Sympathy

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time

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  By Edel Boyle on 4th May 2010

• Will Miss You So Much

  

  I can't believe that you are gone. I will miss you always.

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  By Mary O'Driscoll on 4th May 2010

• Sympathy

  Always in our loving hearts and smiling in our memories.

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  By Alana Carolan on 4th May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  You will be missed.

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  By Lena O' Connell on 4th May 2010

• A very sad fan.....

  

  I moved away from Ireland a few years ago and the Gerry Ryan show provided for me a little bridge back to Ireland every morning between 9 and 12..or online if I missed a show.The warmest, most intelligent and enteratianing broadcaster on the air - I am deeply saddened by his death much moreso than seems logical for someone I have never met but he has touched my heart never the less and I will dearly miss his voice in the mornings....

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  By Janet Kenealy on 4th May 2010

• You will be missed Gerry

  

  As an Irish person now living abroad, I reguarly tuned in to 2fm online and enjoyed listening to Gerry as I had done for so many years when I lived at home. My father shares the name Gerry Ryan and so we always had a laugh when Dad would book into a hotel under the name and the staff were always a bit disappointed when we turned up! Having a laugh is how I will remember Gerry, he cheered me up on many a morning over the years. I never felt more at homethan aftertouching down in Dublin airport, get in the car for the journey home and the old familiar voice would be there to welcome me back home. Gerry, I will miss you dearly. You touched my life as you did so many others. Rest in Peace x

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  By Susan Bougourd on 4th May 2010

• Morning void

  

  
  I think it's the voice, the unique sound of Gerry Ryan's voice that I still can't quite believe will no longer be when I turn on the radio between 9 and 12 in the morning. For the rest of the day, I don't bother with the radio, once the morning has lapsed the day gets gobbled up with other business. What it was about his voice, exactly, is difficlut to pin-point. Upbeat, passionate, witty, sharp, cheeky, flirty, dirty and simply likeable. Everything, everything I liked about that voice and I'm really going to miss it. Gerry Ryan personified a joie-de-vivre that was so refreshing and welcome in these otherwise serious and gloomy times. It's the energy and lust for life that came through in his voice that makes his sudden death so incredibly hard to fathom.

  Thank you Gerry for the excellent company you were on the airwaves, I can only imagine the effect in the flesh!

  RIP

  Caroline Olivier

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  By Caroline Olivier on 4th May 2010

• Missed but not forgotten

  
  your attitude and passion for ordinary people will be sorely missed.

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  By Martina Walshe on 4th May 2010

• who will make us smile from now on?

  

  ive been listening to you Gerry since i was 13, im 30 now and i feel, like so many other people, that i have lost a dear friend. I used to get in trouble at secondary school for listening to you at the back of the classroom on my walkman! there is only one Gerry Ryan, and thank god we had the privilage of having him on our airwaves in our small troubled country. you will never be forgotton, rest in peace

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  By leanne on 4th May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  Without even knowing he was my walking companion on my earphones every morning and i will miss him.

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  By Kathy Mc Carthy on 4th May 2010

• love and mis u Mr. G. Ryan.

  

  Oh Gerry what can i say bout u. I was devestated when my sister told me the heartbreaking news on friday. I cried friday then again at the late show and again when i turned the radio on saturday morning. I will never forget ur fantastic voice and i will miss it so much and miss u so much. God bless u and iv been praying for ur kids morah melaine and all your family and close friends. Rest in peace dear gerry/ Love your listener Bridget in Ennis. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  By bridget millar on 4th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  The person I listened for many years and alway cheered me up no matter what I was going through or how happy or sad I was feeling, you brightened my day. I will be thinking of your family and friends.

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  By Dorothy Aughey on 4th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  Gerry you have left a void in our lives which will never be filled - God rest your soul - you'll be sorely missed mate xx.

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  By Denise Lowe on 4th May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  R.I.P. Gerry you were a broadcasting legend and i along with the nation will miss you so much RTE 2FM will never be the same again my thoughts and prayers are with your wife kids and melaine during this heartbreaken time. R.I.P.

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  By Michael Cooney on 4th May 2010

• Gone, but never forgotten

  Gerry, you are the King of broadcasting. You are leaving behind a big gap in peoples life. You will be severely missed. We all love you!

  Lily Vercoelen

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  By Lily Vercoelen on 4 May 2010 on 4th May 2010

• A loss so great it's hard to express.

  

  To Morah Lottie, Rex, Bonnie, Elliot and Babette.

  We as a family just want to pass on our deepest sympathy for your terrible and sudden loss, Gerry was so loved by the people of this small island and gave us so much, our thoughts are with you at this time.

  All our love

  Paul, Rachel, Charlotte, Mark, Shaun, Alex and Emma.

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  By Rachel Gaughran on 4th May 2010

• Good bye Gerry!

  

  I haven't been right since I heard the news on Friday. Its just incredibly sad that my friend from the radio is gone. I've listened to him since I was a teenager and i just can't believe he's actually gone - I will miss his company every week day morning. Rest in peace Gerry and I know that your fine up there with your Mum and Dad. Lots of love xx Joanne

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  By Joanne Bolger on 4th May 2010

• Oh , how we will miss the voice!

  

  Gerry, rest in peace, and thank you for the voice that reached the hearts of the nation, our thoughts and prayers are with your family friends and colleagues at this sad time

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  By julie collins on 4th May 2010

• Lost voice on the radio

  

  Although I was far away in the US I missed your voice on the radio. I would hear you from time to time on the Internet. It was always good to hear. Your were always pressing for information, always digging deep and filling the airwaves with social comment and Dublin wit. You brought me closer to home. Thank you Gerry, we will truly miss you. RIP.

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  By Colleen Nugent Spoden on 4th May 2010

• Good Bye Gerry

  

  No words can truly express the sense of lossI amfeeling.Thanks for sharing your gift of life with us. See you on the other side. I will miss you forever.

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  By Mary on 4th May 2010

• Gone is a King......

  

  Gerry Ryan was without doubt my favourite dj ever. I absolutely loved listening to him on a day off or on the way to work if I could. His offbeat sense of humour was the attraction for me and he never failed to make me laugh.My favourite interviews were of him interviewing Larry Hagman and Bill Cullen on Ryan Confidential, absolute gems. Ireland has a lost a diamond. Can't believe he's gone..will never forget you Gerry. Aoife Ryan , Dublin. xxxxxxx

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  By aoife ryan on 4th May 2010

• So sorry to hear you're gone... :-(

  

  Gerry, I've listened to you since I was a kid in the late '80s. I came here from South Africa and when I spent time with my aunt and uncle in Wicklow I got used to hearing your voice while cleaning up.

  Over the years, you were like a father to me, always dispensing advice, making me laugh and cry. I never had one of my own. You spoke of many topics that were close to my heart and I think had we met ro spoke, we would have gotten on like a house on fire as we share the same sense of humour.

  You were always there. Now as a seperated father, I listened to you reading the headlines while dropping the kids off to school before facing my own day. Now you're gone, I don't know what to do. I've lost a good friend.

  R.I.P. See you when I get there.

  Don

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  By Don Ward on 4th May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry, you will be sorely missed.

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time. I hope you will find the strenght to watch out for yourself and your children.

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  By Jackie Costello Castlebar on 4th May 2010

• ONE IN A MILLION

  

  R.I.P. GERRY, YOU WERE LIKE A STAR IN THE SKY, A SHINING BEACON, WE HAD TO TUNE IN, TO GET OUR DAILY FIX. IF I MISSED YOUR SHOW IN THE MORNING , THE DAY WAS JUST NOT COMPLETE, YOU LIFTED OUR SPIRIT'S WHEN WE WERE LOW OR UNWELL. LIFE JUST WON'T BE THE SAME, FOR SOME TIME TO COME FOR ALL YOUR LISTENING PUBLIC. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY, MORAH YOUR 5 CHILDREN, YOUR FRIEND'S &PARTNER.

  WE WILL ALWAYS HAVE YOU IN OUR THOUGHT'S , PATRICIA RYAN

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  By Patricia on 4th May 2010

• Ryan line is closed

  

  Rest in Peace Gerry, I just can't believe that you are gone and that I will not be able to laugh along with you in the mornings. You made me laugh , you made me cry but you helped me through the toughest time of my life when my husband was killed. And I never even spoke to you all I had to do was turn on the radio. Ireland is indeed a darker quieter place today. You were such a witty , highly intelligent compassionate man. You only wanted to help people in whatever small way you could. You loved life and lived everyday like it was your last unfortunately 30th April was. I only wish you had not be alone. My thoughts are with your family, partner, friends and all at 2FM at this sad time.Sleep well in the arms of the angels no doubt you'll be causing uproar on the airwaves up above!!!

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  By Siofra Mc Anulty on 4th May 2010

• What a Sad Day - RIP Gerry

  What a wonderful broadcaster, our mornings just will not be the same without your robustvoice. Just cannot believe we'll never hear it again. Thoughts are with your family, how sudden to be taken away from us! RIP

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  By Emer Roche on 4th May 2010

• Miss our mornings together!

  Listened to you on the way in to work Gerry every day, your boots will never be filled.

  Feels like an end of an era, hope to hear you again in the after life.

  Martin

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  By Martin- Limerick on 4th May 2010

• Rest in peace

  

  Others have said it already. Rest in peace, Gerry, knowing that there is no-one to fill those shoes. It will be a long time before your seat will be adequately filled.

  Thoughts with your family and friends. May they get comfort in these messages.

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  By Maureen Gaffney on 4th May 2010

• A Loveable Rogue

  

  Gerry , You will be sorely missed by your millions offans , peace to you... Bill in Monaleen Limerick

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  By Bill in Limerick on 4th May 2010

• Gerry a real direct person

  

  you always called a spade a spade well done.

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  By Anne O Dwyer on 4th May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  

  
  A larger than life Voice we taught would not be taken for us in such a sudden manner, even through you own troubles you still kept us entered, you spoke to people with kindness and respect. You allowed light into peoples lives that other wise would be dark. No subject was taboo to you.

  Those we love don’t go away they walk beside us ever day

  Unseen unheard and always dear still loved still missed but always near

  Keep broadcasting in the Sky

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  By monica mckenna on 4th May 2010

• I love you Gerry............... ...................

  

  I just cant belive that your gone. You will always stay in my heart forever until we meet again. I will never be the same without you Gerry. My deepest thoughts go out to your partner, Moarh and your beautiful children. God bless you Gerry............... ......

  Love you Gerry............... .................... ..

  REST IN PEACE GERRY............... ...............

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  By sarah jane on 4th May 2010

• What a man

  

  You were like a good friend .I will miss your kindnessand caring attitute to all.You had a great sense of humour and you were able to connect witheveryone .You were a great listener ............

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  By Frances on 4th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan We Will Pray For Your Family.

  Just goes to show us we dont know the day or the hour, May god bless his family at this sad time, You are in my prayers.

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  By Theresa Shields on 4th May 2010

• It won't be the same without you

  

  Rest in peace Gerry. It won't be the same down here without you. Heavens gain is truely Irelands loss.

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  By Audrey Desmond on 4th May 2010

• MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY

  

  MY HEART IS BROKEN THAT I WILL NEVER GET TO HEAR YOUR VOICE AGAIN. MORNING RADIO WILL NEVER BE THE SAME. I STILL CANNOT BELIEVE THAT YOU HAVE BEEN TAKEN FROM US IN THE PRIME OF YOUR LIFE. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL YOU FAMILY, FRIENDS AND WORKCOLLEAGUES. R.I.P. THE GREAT GERRY RYAN

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  By Karen Collopy on 4th May 2010

• GONE TOO SOON

  

  
  Gerry, the brightest summer morning will never be the same again without your show . I am deeply saddened by your departure. Thank you for the sparkle you and your show added to my life over the years...you are already and always will be deeply missed

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  By Jacqueline Wallace on 4th May 2010

• ONE IN A MILLION

  

  
  I just want to thank you Gerry for all the laughs,you will be missed very much.

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  By Mairead O' Connor on 4th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  
  Gerry, Thank you for all the laughs you've given me over the years. May you be at peace now.

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  By Cathriona Walsh 4th May 2010 on 4th May 2010

• The Ryanline is closed. :-(

  

  The Ryanline is closed!!!!!!

  Can't believe your gone Gerry. You got me thorugh my mornings in the office and when I was loaded down with work, I always had you to make me laugh, cry and sometimes infuriate me. I feel like I have lost a very good friend. My thoughts are with your family and friends at this very sad time.

  RIP Gerry

  Sinead Byrne Dundalk

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  By Sinead Byrne on 4th May 2010

• i love you Gerry

  

  Gerry you will be sadly missed and you will always stay in my heat forever until we meet again....

  May you rest in peace Gerry.....

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  By sarah jane on 4th May 2010

• RIP GERRY

  

  The shock of your death has been unreal.

  Nobody will ever take your place on 2fm

  Mornings will never be the same again.

  Deepest sympathy to all your family.

  You are the best Gerry.

  Joanne

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  By joanne cunningham on 4th May 2010

• My dear friend Gery

  I will miss you loads. We shared the same birthdate and age. You have been with me most of my life through thick and thin.

  I could always rely on your comforting voice and loved your bold brash opinions.

  No one can replace you.

  Thanks

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  By Patricia Sahbani on 4th May 2010

• It is true that you dont realize what you have until it is gone.

  

  It is astonishing to me that I could feel such a loss over somebody that I have never met, yet I feel I have lost a friend. The nation feels they have lost a friend.Yet, I have enjoyed listening to him for years and there will not be anybody who will be able to replace him. Thank you for all the days you gave us. You will be missed by all. RIP Andrea

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  By Andrea Heron on 4th May 2010

• Irish people will never forget you

  

  A sad week for all of us.

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  By Mary on 4th May 2010

• to gerry

  

  With love you will be remembered, may you now know peace.

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  By mary patricia on 4th May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Gerry,

  You were a wonderful funny intelligent and warm man. You let me start off each week day morning with a laugh and a hint of marmth and optimism. Loved you. Great D.J. Loved the way you loved your wife and kids. Myself and my husband would have talked about your show many times.

  God Bless You,

  Bella

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  By Bella Mullen on 4th May 2010

• RIP

  

  To the Ryan family,

  I cannot believe Gerry is gone. I myself lost my father from heart attack at his very young age of 45 years. I was only 4 years old and had younger and older siblings. Unfortunately my memories are very poor but the children of Gerry have very good memories as you had your dad longer than I had mine. Time will heal the trobbing pain but the dullness and loss will never fade.

  God Bless all his family including his brothers, partner and friends.

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  By Brenda Flynn on 4th May 2010

• Miss You Lots

  

  
  Your youth and energy will be sorely missed by one and all. Our hearts are broken without you.Our thoughts and prayers to Moira and their lovely children. Special thoughts for Melanie. Missing you lots from all of us.

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  By Anne - Mount Merrion on 4th May 2010

• Cannot believe I am at work and you are not on the radio

  

  I can't believe that you're gone. I am listening to your show which is not and will never be the same. My first thing I did every morning at 9am when I went to work was turn my radio on to your show. I do not know who I will now listen to.

  I always hoped to speak to you but never got through on the radio.

  My thought and prayers are with your children who have lost the first link in their family chain.

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  By Brenda Flynn on 4th May 2010

• You will be missed

  

  Listened to you every morning whilst on maternity leave. Would almost look forward to my baby having a nap so I could tune in and relax with a coffee. You were so entertaining, funny, compassionate and intelligent. Cant believe you're gone. RIP Gerry.

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  By Sue Nolan on 4th May 2010

• with deepest sympathies

  

  dear Gerry,

  i listened to your radio show on my way to work every morning. i listened because you didn't jst follow a formula or a script, what you heard is what you get, a funny, fearless kind, genuine and conscious raising dialogue. you were'nt a yes man Gerry, u were your own man diespite being in the centre of a suit wearing conservative bland bunch that makes up R.T.E.in general. you were a fun loving family man and i'm sure you had your own demons to cope with just like us all. Rest in Peace, you will be missed, our loss, heavens gain. i know you will contine to care and love your family and close friends from where ever you are. niamh

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  By niamh heffernan on 4th May 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  

  
  Never met you Gerry, but thought you were very funny. Would always put a smile on my face. Still in shock by you sudden and untimely passing. My condolences to your Children, Wife and Partner and especially to all your RTE Colleagues who will miss you terribly. God Bless you.

  Miriam & Family.

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  By Miriam Finn on 4th May 2010

• You tuned into peoples hearts

  I sat at my desk every day and you were my working partner. I laughed and cried at the various topics, I loved the depth of your understanding of peoples problems also your humour your love your respect and sometimes your disrespect when needed. Your family will also die for a time now. I wish for them that they may pull from your personality to ease them back into life again... because you loved them so much. A special thought to your wife whom you shared many happy times and your new love who you were embarking ingo a different experience with. All cut to short may you rest in peace. x

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  By Frances on 4th May 2010

• Very sadly missed in the whole of Ireland

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time.

  Gerry, you will be sorely missed and Irish radio will never be the same without you.

  Deepest condolences to your wife Morah and five children in this very sad time.

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  By Mai Barrett on 4th May 2010

• God Bless you Gerry

  I can't believe that you're gone, far too soon, we are not ready to say goodbye to you yet. God Bless Gerry x

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  By Eleanor Fields on 4th May 2010

• Gerry Ryan King of the airwaves RIP

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time, I cant believe your gone, I will be thinking of you all, Big hug xx

  Sandra McKeown

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  By Sandra McKeown on 4th May 2010

• One In A Million

  

  Gerry - you were one in a million. Irreplaceable. The night you hosted the Late Late Show was one of the best shows ever. Our mornings will never be the same again. No one can ever take your place.

  Rest in Peace

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  By Louise C on 4th May 2010

• Rest In Peace

  
  Sincere condolences to all of Gerry's family and to hispartner Melanie. May he Rest in Peace

  X

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  By Vernice Murray on 4th May 2010

• Gone but never to be forgotten

  

  Gerry hasn't really gone, yes maybe his body and the fact that we cant see or speak to him, but his spirit will always be with us and we can talk to him anytime and anywhere we want always remember that Morha and your children. Halleluia, halleluia halleluia

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  By Finnie Fay on 4th May 2010

• A singular voice

  

  I may not have always agreed with your approach, but I have to say it is so strange sitting here at my desk and not hearing your voice. It is such an accomplishment that you have become one of the daily sounds of everyday Ireland, spanning two generations at least.

  I have no doubt your echo will carry on for several more.

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  By Tracy Aspel on 4th May 2010

• A voice silcenced too soon

  Gerry you will be a hard act to follow i dont think it will be possible to fill your seat. You told it how it was.

  My sincere condolences to your Children Wife and Partner hope they find comfort from somewhere

  Gretta and family

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  By Gretta Rest in peace Gerry yo on 4th May 2010

• Deepest Sympathy

  

  
  Gerry Ryan was a true original, there was times when he had me laughing hysterically, times when I cried uncontrolably, and times when he frustrated and annoyed me but I always admired, respected, and loved him. He was my true friend from the early days of late night radio when as a young girl I listened to his diverse range of music until now when as a more ''mature'' adult I have listened to the countless topics tackled on his show everyday.I have been constantly amazed at his courage and bravery, at his ability to cut through the BS and tell it like it was. I loved his vulnerability and his empathy and the way that he just got people and the way that he took people to himself and did his absolute to help them. I mean absolute - when he dedicated himself to helping or supporting someone they got 100% commitment on his part and for this reason I think that Gerry, Morah, the children, Melanie, and his countless friends, family, and fans should be very proud and priviledged to have had the honour of knowing and loving this very special, very unique man.

  Rest in peace Gerry..

  A loyal listener and long-time friend,

  Michelle

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  By Michelle Finnegan on 4th May 2010

• RIP GERRY

  

  you will be sorley missed Gerry Ryan, still cant beleive it!!

  Thinking of your family and friends at this time

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  By cliona troy on 4th May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  Gerry you will deeply missed rest in peace

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  By Nicola Gear on 4th May 2010

• I am just heartbroken

  

  Gerry, i am sitting here this morning and you should be going through the papers making me laugh, I will miss your whitty remarks, and the lovely way that you dealt with everybody. Rest in Peace friend.

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  By Trisha Cahill on 4th May 2010

• a friend an angel

  

  i like many others all over the world are very sad this week left ireland last wednesday & arrived back in saudi arabia thursday morning like every other morning tuned into 2fm its one of the things that will keep u in contact with hme & then gerry ryan would come on love him was on 2 of his shows secrets & ryantown he made us feel so at ease & so at hme the same way he made us feel while we are away he will be greatly missed by all gerry to have succeded in life is to make 1 person smile u made a nation smile will miss you & ur show so much my thoughts r with ur family & partener @this time tanks for all the laughs & the tears a friend winnie phoo

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  By winifred walker on 4th May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  You once told on air that I had a lovely speaking voice! I used to listen to your show and occasionally ring it, until I moved to France some years ago. I may not always have agreed with you, but I had great respect for you as you did so much good for so many listeners.

  You will be missed Gerry and I join the many people who are shocked and saddenedby your untimely passing.

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  By Niamh on 4th May 2010

• Gerry, You will be so missed!

  

  Gerry , Listening to the radio will never be the same again. You were the best! You understood what the average person was going through in their day to day life. God, please comfortGerrys family through this diffeicult time. RIP Gerry

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  By Michelle Dillon on 4th May 2010

• Gerry's gone

  

  Nothing represented Ireland and its peoplebetter than Gerry's morning show that we'd listen every time we were on holiday there. With wit and empathy he would hold you captive for a solid three hours and once back in Switzerland, wherewe live, we'd tune in to Gerry via Internet Radio and have our own piece of Ireland in our kitchen. Gerry you always made our day, you will be sorely missed, you were a part of our family. Corinna, Switzerland

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  By Corinna Huber on 4th May 2010

• a bigger stage awaits you

  

  Dear Family

  It is normal to be sad in loosing a loved one early but turn your sadness to joy when you realize that there is a vast, magnificent & beautiful world waiting on the other side for Gerry to explore for eternity.

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  By john kennedy on 4th May 2010

• From a very sad expatriate in Abu Dhabi

  

  As an Irish Expatriate Living in Abu Dhabi the first thing I did when i collected my rental car at dublin Airport was tune the Radio to your chat show and when I heard your voice I knew that I was home. Your wit and irreverence was a balm to my Irish soul. My trips home will be that much dimmed by your absence and my thoughts and prayers are with Morah and your family during this unimaginable painful time thank you for the memories Gerry

  from a sad expat in Abu Dhabi

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  By Angeline Mc Guirk on 4th May 2010

• Missed

  

  I will miss you very much as i have listened to every day for many years from Moscow. RIP. Robert Kelly Moscow Russia

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  By Robert Kelly Moscow Russia on 4th May 2010

• An inspiration to us all

  A legend of a man, he will be sorely missed

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  By Chris G on 4th May 2010

• may you rest in peace

  

  I was in Australia when i was horrified to hear of Gerry's untimely death. He livened up my life since August when i was made redundant and i lived for his morning programme to light up the day. to his family i say my condolences and i hope you will always have fond memories of your dad as all his public have.

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  By sheila clifford on 4th May 2010

• Condolences

  

  So often I remember meeting on the bus from town when GRyan was 1st on2FM and then when I came to the US with the dawn of internet radio I found myself often listening back to shows and catching up with what was honestly going on at home and keep up with your antics and many of the serious heartfelt conversations engaged in.

  Irish broadcasting has certainly taken a huge loss and we've all lost a great man. Go n'eirigh an bothar leat ...

  To the Ryan family my condolences on this tragic loss, know that Ireland is a better place for having had Gerry Ryan andhe has touched so many people far and wide, he has beenpart of all our lives

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  By Sandra Kennedy on 4th May 2010

• maureen cape cod usa

  

  deepest sympathy to your family my mother spent her winters here on the cape with us so one way or another i had to get the gerry ryan show for her every day you were part of our lives my husbhand would always ask who the ......... is gerry ryan ???? you know
  the yanks r.i.p. gerry look over your family maureen cape cod usa

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  By maureen m mendosa on 3rd May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  Mornings will be hard to face,

  and work will be a quieter place,

  cause your voice is gone from the radio,

  and there's no Gerry Ryan show,

  butI remember better days when we laughed,

  days when we cried,

  and days when we had the craic,

  happy days when you were searching for something in santa's sack,

  but now those days are gone and we can't go back.

  So goodbye and good luck heaven's a better place now your there.

  Gonna miss you Gerry Big Time from Will and catherine.

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  By Catherine O'Shea on 3rd May 2010

• .........ADMIRER.... ...

  

  
  Gerry

  I'm at a crossroads and need inspiration

  Would a word with Herself be out of the question....?

  Adios & Cheerio

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  By Anne on 3rd May 2010

• beyond the twinkling stars your gerry is gone now

  

  
  to gerry ryans family may all of you get through these very hard sad days remember the laughter and humor of you very much loved one as you travel with him on his last journey

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  By anne donovan on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry

  Never knew you I guess but felt i did ...I'll miss you in the mormings you always gave me a great happy and giggly start to my day...May God give your family and friends lots of strenght at this terrible terrible time...im devastated and shocked so cant imagine how people closer to you feel ...God speed Gerry .......Martina

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  By martina mcneill on 3rd May 2010

• i should could not believe it,GERRY RYAN has died

  

  i had always listenedGERRY'S show at one stage or another,even when i was back in secondary school,im 28 now.

  every show was different ,serious,funny,the phone-ins from people with problems,he always tried to find an answer or show them that there was a brighter side to life,i liked that about him.

  i remember e-mailing rte saying i thought he would be the best man for the host of the late late show.

  My heart goesout to all his family,friends and listeners.

  GOD REST you will always be missed and are irreplaceable

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  By Tim Dennehy on 3rd May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Deepest sympathies to Gerry's children, Melanie, friends and family, he will be deeply missed by everyone!

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  By Emma Clarke on 3rd May 2010

• rest in peace

  Simply the best.

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  By katherine on 3rd May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  What a bright light you were to so many people - heaven has one more bright shining star tonight - your absence will be missed as God has taken one of his leaders, way too early - probably for a better cause and lead his people upstairs. I feel for his wife and beautiful children and also partner - all seemed to share Gerry with the people of Ireland. God Bless you all

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  By Pauline Gaffney on 3rd May 2010

• My last text message to you Gerry.

  

  Gerry you represented humanity in the clearest light possible, you were confident to the extremebut you were more than that, you wereconfidently vunerable,this gave us strength and assurance in ourselves.You had fears, worries, problems, regrets andinternal conflicts with yourself that we all have, your gift Gerry was that you werereal, you were human, you were one of us,this is why so many people have lost someone they love so much.Your tragic untimely death has compounded the humanity you have always shown, although it feels so wrong to have you gone.You werethe strength of our nation, you were our crutch andour pillar. You were an absolute inspiration and you will continue to be.

  You played a huge positivepart in more peoples lives then you could ever possibly have gota grasp on.

  I could read a thousand paper articles, see a thousand news bulletins and hear a thousand tributes, but it still wouldn't feel like your gone, because you will live on in thousands of peopleslives every single day, we will incorporate the advice you gave uson so many areas of life,especially parenthood amongst so many other topics.

  My deepest sympathy to all that were lucky enough to be close to you, your family, friends and work mates and may yourest in peace.

  It will belonely in the cab of my truck from now on and lonely in the hearts of our nation.

  Ciaran, 28, Limerick

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  By Ciaran on 3rd May 2010

• Condolences to Melanie VERWOERD

  

  RIP Gerry. Loved your show and will miss hearing your dulcet tones. Condolences to your children and your partner Melanie Verwoerd, who I notice has been sidelined from a lot of articles covering your death.

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  By Catherine Reilly on 3rd May 2010

• Immediately Likeable

  A buddy of mine and I toured Ireland for eight days back in 1999 in celebration of our fortieth birthdays. Every morning, after our breakfast at whatever B&B we stayed, we'd hop in the car and drive to our next destination, sight-seeing along the way.

  We became instantly addicted to Mr. Ryan and years later, when we called each other on the phone, we'd often greet each other with our favorite "G'marnin, Gerry!" trying our best Irish accent.

  I can understand the attraction to Mr. Ryan and his program. We were addicted within days.

  Sorry for the nation's loss.

  Dave H. (Minnesota, USA)

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  By Dave on 3rd May 2010

• A beloved Father gone too soon

  

  I know the feeling of suddenly losing a Father at a young age and I would like to extend my deepest and heartfelt sympathy to Gerry's wife, partner and young children. I am thinking of you all at this very sad time. Your Father Gerry will be missed dearly by the nation xx

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  By Cathy Gorman on 3rd May 2010

• Nothing Special....Nothing Grand..

  Sleep Tonight my friend...You are a legend....loved by one and all....You will never be forgotten.

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  By Antony on 3rd May 2010

• My morning pal

  

  So sad I wont hear you anymore on the radio. You kept me informed and sane as I tried to bring up my girls. Your advice was free and worthwhile. Gerry brought a smile and made laugh each and every morning. Had Aoibhe (11 months) after 8 years and can't believe she wont get to hear you just as Caoimhe and Eilish did. God Bless You. May you rest in Peace. Eileen xxx

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  By Eileen Ger and McGloin girls on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  Gerry, you got me through several years of depression. Knowing you were there in the morning, entertaining, talking sense, kept me going. It is true what other people have said - you were the "weather vain of the nation", "the Minister for Everything". The silence will be deafening now that you have gone. I will remember you, your family and your loved ones in my prayers, and maybe one day I will have the honour of meeting you on the other side. You touched so many people in this country, through your humour and your genuine help in serious matters. Rest in peace Gerry. From Paula Madden in Co. Galway xxx

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  By Paula Madden on 3rd May 2010

• no one will ever fill your shoes

  

  gerry ryan you were so much a part of my life.i feel i grew up with you...some days i felt like throttling you but mostly i loved your show on radio and cant believe i ll not hear your voice or words of advice again.rest in peace friend

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  By dolores lane mgee on 3rd May 2010

• Made me feel at home

  

  I visit Ireland several times a year and I knew I was back & could relax when I heard the familiar voice of Gerry Ryan on air. He always seemed to have such compassion for his listeners and countryman.

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  By Gary Yarbrough on 3rd May 2010

• To The Ryan Family

  

  May Gerry rest in peace. He has touched so many peoples lives.. hoping he knew how much he was loved all over the country.

  The Treacy Familly Laois

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  By Mary Treacy on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry ryan

  

  To the Ryan family my thoughts are with you all at this shockjng news of Gerrys death i will say a prayer for you. To try andhelp you get through next few daysxxx

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  By pauline ebbs on 3rd May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  I didn't know you personally, and must admit it's been some time since I listened to you on the radio, but you were part of my life growing up and I really liked you for your straight talking, articulate and witty ways. You have passed away far too early and I am glad you always advocated living life to the full - you may have left us early but you lived a full life - hope you keep everybody entertained in Heaven - have no doubt you will - rest in peace Gerry.xx

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  By Siobhan Fox on 3rd May 2010

• rip gerry

  

  RIP Gerry. Other broadcasters had their merits, none had that combination of irreverence and intimacy whichyou had with the general public. Sincere condolence to your much loved family. Have a Jameson on us Gerry xx

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  By adrienne on 3rd May 2010

• It won't sink in...

  

  that your voice won't be in my kitchen or car anymore. Every morning I'd turn on in anticipation of what outrage, fun or sensitivity you'd have on air. Whatever my shock, what tragedy for those who really knew you. Gerry, Gerry, Gerry, how I wish we could turn back time and that radio would be as it always was, that the Ryan Line would still be open. RIP, so sadly missed.

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  By Samantha O'Callaghan on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry,

  

  So very sad. Thinking of all your family, partner and friends. God always takes the good ones early. Will miss you so much.

  Love,

  Jennifer.

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  By Jennifer on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry,

  

  So very sad. Thinking of all your family, partner and friends. God always takes the good ones early. Will miss you so much.

  Love,

  Jennifer.

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  By Jennifer on 3rd May 2010

• gerry

  rest in peace gerry,

  you were a breath of fresh air on a dreary morning.

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  By deirdre on 3rd May 2010

• Heartbroken

  

  
  Im so heartbroken over the death of Gerry. he was like part of everyones family and he was loved very much. A book should be written for him with everyone who he helped in any way writing their little stories. It would be very inspirational and a lovley read for everyone who misses him.

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  By Niamh Murphy on 3rd May 2010

• Unforgettable

  

  You were arrogant, pompous and full of yourself... but that's what made everyone love you so much. You will be greatly missed in the morning.

  At least we can all feel that slight bit better that you lived life to its fullest.

  RIP Gerry

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  By Stephen Walsh on 3rd May 2010

• unbelievable sadness

  

  the news of this tragedy really just broke our hearts on friday afternoon. gerry truly brightened our days and tickled our hearts. he was such a big part of our daily lives. To my friend and colleague he got her through when she was diagnosed with MS. He totally related to the everyday person and made everyone he was in contact with on the radio feel like they were being listened to and had a voice when nobody else wanted to or didnt understand their problems. he is such a great loss to so many people throughout our country and especially both of us. we arestill in disbelief as to this news and finding it very hard to come to terms with the loss of such a vigorous and warming soul. We will cherish the days he made us laugh our pants off, he was a remarkable human being. We will miss him so much now and hope that he is smiling down on us now and tickling the hearts of those in heaven. God bless you Gerry Ryan. You will never be forgotten. xxxxxxxxxxx

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  By angie and cath on 3rd May 2010

• You will be greatly missed by all

  

  My husband and I both work out on the road, seperately but both listened to you in the mornings and we still cant believe that we wont hear your voice anymore. Our deepest sympathy to your family and friends may they be comforted at this difficult time! RIP Mr. Ryan

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  By sharon dublin on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  We the listeners had a great honour of having you there to listen to our problems and find the solutions we needed. I hope you find inner peace now - our mornings will never be the same again.

  Always in our hearts and fond memories we will keep.

  Joanne xxx

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  By Joanne Byrne on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry R.I.P

  

  
  Mornings will never be quite the same again

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  By louise o reilly on 3rd May 2010

• A letter to a friend.

  

  Can't believe I just googled 'irish independent obituaries gerry ryan' Your passing has saddened me greatly. Gerry, I started listening to you in my teens back in the mid-90s and I've never stopped. Thanks to you, in my late 20s, I found the courage to go to my doctor and seek help from a cognitive behavioural therapist forTrichotillomaniaa nd my other obsessive compulsive disorders. Before hearing you talk of these taboo mental health subjects I thought I was just odd and ridiculous. You told me, firstly how to pronounce trichotillomania lol, and secondly you gave me step-by-step guidance on how to go about seeking the right help for me. All this help and we have never even spoken to each other - that's how powerful you were on air. My regret now, aged 32, is that I didn't email you to thank you for all your advice over the years - you got the ball rolling for me Gerry & I think you would be delighted with yourself knowing you put me on the track of living life rather than avoiding life. Even in passing you have reminded me that life is short and I have to live it up! You certainly lived Gerry and I will carry that with me in your memory; I will have hope and I will live my life to the full.

  What will we do without you and your wonderful way of communicating with us. I've been listening to your podcast of your last week on 2fm and you were a shining light encouraging hope and optimism for our future. We will miss you dearly. I never really grasped the significance of the term 'untimely death' before because I believe God has a plan etc. but my God it doesn't seem like your time, for your children and for Irish media you had so much more to give and we all need you.

  My thoughts and prayers are with your children, Morah and Melanie. I hope we will meet again in Heaven Gerry, rest in peace, your friend - Annie.

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  By Annie Blake on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry you will be sadly missed

  Gerry Ryan wasan inspiration to the nation, irreplacable,the best broadcaster everin Ireland and beyond. Your death was untimely and our thoughts are withyour family at this very sad time. Ireland is in mourning.You will never be forgotten.

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  By Kieran on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry R.I.P

  
  MORNINGS WILL NEVER BE QUITE THE SAME

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  By louise o reilly on 3rd May 2010

• gone but not forgotten

  

  gerry , many a time i tuned in to your radio show , and heard tales regaled of poor souls whos plights were worse than my own in these terrible times we find ourselves in, your words of wisdom and pearls of insight into their worried lives were an inspiration , i always found comfort in you, sadly no more , your beacon of shining hope to us has flickered into darkness. rest in peace.

  Dharma De Silva . Dublin .

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  By dharma de silva on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  Just can't believe it - Gerry Ryan no longer with us. We will miss the sound of his voice in the mornings. Our deepest sympathy to his wife Morah and his cherished children.

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  By Helen Connors on 3rd May 2010

• Rest in peace Gerry

  

  Just to add my message of condolence ... so very sorry that Gerry is gone and so sad for his family, partner, friends and colleagues. He really was a one off - ni bheidh a leitheid ann aris. Love to all. X

  A Listener

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  By A listener on 3rd May 2010

• The best that ever was....simply!

  

  I live in Dubai and on hearing the news I was like everyone was, just shocked by Gerrys passing, He was without doubt the best broadcaster that ever was and this has been echoed throughout the industry not only in ireland and the Uk but also across the world. My last vist to Ireland two years ago was made special as my drive from Clare to Dublin was seriously entertained by Gerry on the radio tearing the backside off some donkey of a politician who dared to come on his programme and try to justify why they were taking yet more money from the working Irish people in tax, the show was unbelievable, gerry was outstanding, he fought the cause on behalf of the common man on the street and I loved it, as did I;m sure the rest of Ireland did, I had the best couple of hours drive through some of the worst roads of Ireland thanks to Gerrys sheer genius, I am shocked that he will no longer be on the radio, he was in his prime and had so so so much more to give, there is no one who can come close to his abilities, Gay Byrne was fantastic but our Gerry... Will always be the peoples man. God Bless you Gerry on your final journey.

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  By declan marrinan on 3rd May 2010

• To Gerry

  

  I can't believe that you are gone. I will miss you always.

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  By Marie Rose Dignam on 3rd May 2010

• Backing track of life

  

  Gerry, you were the backing track for my adult life, we were the same age, shared the same life milestones the good and bad times and everything in between!! I feel I've lost a wonderful friend with whom I often disagreed but was always happy to have in my life !! You are home now with all your loved ones who left before you, my sincerest condolences toyour family who I'm certain you will continue to be caring for and protecting .

  Farewell............

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  By liz mc grath on 3rd May 2010

• GRyan - gone but never forgotten

  

  Gerry

  Thanks for getting me through the darkest days of my life. Both you and my husband helped me through a deep depression which lasted years. When I had trouble going about my daily chores and felt alone when my husband and daughter had left for work and school I could turn the radio on and feel that I had a friend. You were a wonderful person and will always be remembered in our household.

  Praying for you and your family at this time.

  xx

  MWenz, Dublin

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  By Michelle Wenz on 3rd May 2010

• And who will make me laugh now on a dreary morning?

  A voice that brought much laughter to many homes. Someone to lift your mood and share a coffee with on a dreary morning.

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  By ger lynch on 3rd May 2010

• WE MISS YOU

  

  CANT BELIEVE YOU ARE GONE GERRY.WILL MISS HEARING YOUR VOICE EVERY MORNING.YOU WERE A VERY SPECIAL PERSON.STILL FEELING SO UPSET.WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.R.I.P GERRY

  XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX

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  By BRIDGET W on 3rd May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  My deepest sympathy goes to the Jerry's family. Jerry Ryan was the greatest hero of all times and we should learn a lot from him.

  May his soul rest in peace.

  Regards,

  Donald Gouder

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  By Donald Gouder on 3rd May 2010

• Goodbye my morning friend

  

  My thoughts and prayers go out to Gerrys family,my mornings will never be the same again.You always made me smile even when things were going wrong,heaven is a better place with Gerry up there now and im sure hes shaking things up there too.Gone but never ever forgotton xxx

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  By Kathy Brennan on 3rd May 2010

• Seattle Connection Thanks To Gerry

  

  Living six thousand miles from Ireland never felt distant when Gerry's voice could be heard displaying his great humour, intelligence and appreciation for the world around him. He willbe dearly missed and forever remembered. One of the good ones has left us, and I wish him eternal peace and happiness.

  God Bless Gerry,

  John O'Malley

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  By John O'Malley on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan R.I.P

  

  Rest in peace. My constant car companion for 20 years as I am a medical representative.

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  By Geraldine Whelan on 3rd May 2010

• a great man a even greater loss

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time

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  By lynda connolly on 3rd May 2010

• Dear Gerry

  

  It was a sudden parting too bitter too forgetall those who loved you never will forget

  The happy hours we once enjoyed listening to you how sweet their memory still

  But death has left a vacant place the world can never fill

  Your life was one of kindly deeds,a helping hand for others needs

  Sincere and true in heart and mind

  Beautiful memories left behind.

  Gone but never forgotten Gerry

  we'll miss you!!

  Debbie & Louise Canavan, Clifden, Galway

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  By Louise Canavan on 3rd May 2010

• Safe now in the Arms of Jesus

  Rest in Peace Gerry

  We will all miss you so much!

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  By Martin family on 3rd May 2010

• goodbye and thank you

  I grew up listening to your show Gerry, I listened still when I emigrated and everytime I come home. You managed to reach people so we feel such a loss at your passing. You will be missed. Thanks for the laughter and the tears. xx

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  By Niamh Williams on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  Dearest Gerry, I like thousands of others will miss you terribly. My deepest sympathies to your beautiful family, your partner and your many many friends and colleagues. Heaven has gained a bright star but your light will shine in our hearts forever. Rest in peace Mr. Ryan.

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  By Emma O' Gorman on 3rd May 2010

• gerry

  

  you will be sadly missed

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  By cormac shaw on 3rd May 2010

• A true celtic scribe

  

  Gerry Ryan what a loss to Eire , may you rest in peace. (This knot is an original design and I`m dedicating to Gerry and his memories).

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  By Michael Joseph Dalton on 3rd May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  
  You will be missed, enjoy your onward journey.

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  By Darren Campbell on 3rd May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Sincere Condolences to his Children, Wife and Partner and all who knew him!

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  By Claire Moran on 3rd May 2010

• We miss you already, Gerry

  

  For us living overseas, you kept Ireland close to us

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  By Margaret, New York on 3rd May 2010

• Great loss

  

  I live in Frankfurt and one of the things I missed about home was The Gerry Ryan show . I grew up with him especially listening to Lights out with Gerry Ryan .

  Really feel a loss which is weird as I did'nt know him , but part of his genius was letting you know him if that makes any sense . Anyway I just want to pass on my condolences to the Ryan family , your grief must be unbearable but hopefully when the pain eases you will read these messages and know you had a truly special person in your lives who was loved and helped many .

  Thanks Gerry .

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  By Eamonn Cleary on 3rd May 2010

• A giant amongst broadcasters

  

  A true loss to the world of radio. Morning trips in the car will never be the same, I feel like I have lost a real friend and the best passenger you could hope for on a long trip. God Bless you Gerry

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  By Stephen Keohane on 3rd May 2010

• rest in peace gerry

  

  as with so many people you entertained me for years.a true talent.everytime i hear, read or mention your name i still cant believe it.all the papers say you died alone lets hope thats not the case now,lets hope your in a good place with your mam and dad and all those who have gone before you.we will miss you dearly.

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  By ger c on 3rd May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  With love you will be remembered, may you now know peace.

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  By Geraldine Tzanos on 3rd May 2010

• A most entertaining and professional broadcaster

  

  Gerry was a once-off special person and he will be very much missed. he had an exceptional intelligence, with and charm.

  We will miss him very much,

  Sincere condolences to his family and friends

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  By John on 3rd May 2010

• GERRY, LOOK OVER AND AFTER YOUR FAMILY.

  Having lived in the UK for ten years, it was Gerry's voice that told me I was home when we retired back to Ireland last year. It was his voice I heard last on the boat all those years ago and the first I heard on returning. I was home! THANK YOU GERRY, for being part of our lives. We took him for granted, as we often do with many of our friends. He was too young to leave.

  He will be sadly missed by many, young and old. Our hearts go out to his famiily. Be happy Gerry and look over and after your family. R.I.P.

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  By Eems on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan R.I.P.

  

  He made me laugh ... I often wondered how he got away with some of the things he said. Would have loved to have been a fly on the wall in the studio ! Some character.

  Sincere condolences to family and friends.

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  By michael lillis on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry rip

  

  
  Ireland lost a fantastic broadcasting icon on friday 30th April 2010.

  You will never be forgotten thank you for all the wonderful times that you gave us on both radio and television the airwaves will not be the same without you.

  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family and many friends may you rest in peace

  Heavens gain is our sad loss

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  By Mary Kelly Creedon on 3rd May 2010

• 9 till 12

  

  9 till 12 mon to fri will never be the same again

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  By John Coughlan on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  Monday to Friday won't be the same again. Dave Fanning will be the new presenter of your show. Your show will be in Heaven. God bless you.

  Barry K

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  By Barry Kelleher on 3rd May 2010

• A good guy

  Gerry,

  While I didn´t always agree with your methods or opinions, I always knew that you never had any bad intentions. I, like many, listened to your morning show for years on end. You made me laugh alot, and sometimes made me cringe. But, to be honest, you helped take the edge of the day for many people. My best memory of you was when you went head to head against Dave Fanning on the music quiz show. The Ryanline is now closed.

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  By James Barry on 3rd May 2010

• mornings will never be the same!!!!

  

  Just cant believe that dear Gerry,the voice of mischief,craic and intelligence has left us.He got me through postnatal depression
  when his was the only voice i could hear,and would regularly bring a smile to my face.Huge sympathy to your beloved family.You will live forever in our hearts.Am listening to chasing cars on repeat!!!!!Loved you G.Ryan

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  By ruth quirke,south kilkenny on 3rd May 2010

• Farewell to one of the Greats...

  

  As we live in Australia we will miss our daily link to home, delivered in a way that made us feel like we were still at home. We willmiss your wit, intelligent arguments and empathy. We have lost one of our greats. Condolences to the Ryan family.

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  By Derek, Marion and Kelch family on 3rd May 2010

• Goodbye and God Speed Gerry

  I will missyour wit, intelluect, sincereity, ingenuitity and sheer boldness. Life will never be the same. Sincere sympathies to Gerry's family, firends and colleagues.

  A loyal listener

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  By Anne Kelly on 3rd May 2010

• So sad

  

  I am so shocked that Gerry is gone. i have lived in France for many years now but have continued to be a fan and a dedicated listener. The perfect man for any woman especially as they would never have to wash his socks!

  Gerry, thanks for everything.

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  By Ethna Dixon on 3rd May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  We were born the same year and had the first three kids at the same time. Gerry, its hard to believe that you are gone. Grew up with you from 1956 to 2010. Just so hard to believe.RIP

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  By Mary Ryan (Cork) on 3rd May 2010

• Gone but not forgotten

  

  Gerry Ryan was important to me after I moved to the States in 1992. Each time I would come home, there was Gerry - just where I expected him to be - every morning but especially on the morning run to the airport to head back; those mornings i can remember vividly.

  However,that slot isnowempty and no matter what RTE do to fill it, it still won't be Gerry.

  R.I.P. Gerry; you willbe missed.

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  By Tom McGarry on 3rd May 2010

• gerrys asleep

  

  you left us all just when when we neerer you most.. who speaks for ondinary joe now./ r i p.

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  By liam o neill on 3rd May 2010

• A Giant Has Passed By

  

  Many miles and years have passed and although we now live thousands of miles away from the Emerald Isle, through the wonders of the internet Gerry had countless fans like us on far off shores. Gerry was a Giant amongst us all and as giants go, he's left an indelible mark not only upon the land, but also on our hearts for ever. Rest in peace Gerry and may God comfort all those who mourn your crossing into eternal life.

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  By Daniel O'Brien Canada on 3rd May 2010

• Thank you Mr. Ryan

  

  I wasn't an avid listener to your show, but I was well aware of the good you did for people. My heart goes out to your family and friends. Sleep well Mr. Ryan x

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  By Patricia O'Brien on 3rd May 2010

• Never the same

  
  Gerry, the radio waves will never be the same again. You were unique, generous and honest. Ireland has lost a great man, heaven has gained a wonderful soul. My thougts are with your family and close friends. You left us far too soon!

  Rest in peace, Gerry

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  By Michael McKenna on 3rd May 2010

• God Be With You Gerry

  

  
  I am here living in America for the past year, heard about your death , I cannot believe it , I spent the weekend thinking about your great show , your humor, your family and friends. I spoke to you once or twice,( On radio that is )you were a great person. Full of live !!!

  My prayers are with your family& friends, your partner,especially your wife and children, I know God will give them the strength to get through these next few weeks.

  Always loved never forgotten .

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  By Tracy Ryan on 3rd May 2010

• Thanks for the Memories, Gerry.R.I.P

  

  I've been a fan from the day you started,

  What joy you brung with being open hearted,

  Your optimistic views,Your witty charm,Your absolute honesty was never a harm.

  Thanks for years of great programmes.

  You'll be very sadly missed,Rest in Peace Gerry.

  Sincere Condolences to you Wife,Children, Partner,Good Friends and Colleagues.

  Madeline Mc Cormack,Limerick

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  By Madeline Mc Cormack,Limerick on 3rd May 2010

• death of a legend

  will miss you every morning Gerry.

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  By owen kennedy on 3rd May 2010

• a sad day for ireland

  

  I can't believe that you're gone

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  By owen kennedy on 3rd May 2010

• Ireland will never be the same without YOUR voice Gerry

  
  I hope you are at peace now Gerry. The Ryan Line is now closed for business - forever in our hearts - RIP Gerry X

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  By paula x on 3rd May 2010

• Irish-Aussie Listeners

  

  Gerry you kept us in touch with daily life in our beloved Ireland, and when we went home on holidays, we tuned in every day.

  We would like to extend our commiseration to your family and friends& may your spirit send comfort to all those mourning your loss.

  Olive & Marjorie Melbourne Australia

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  By Olive Hendrick on 3rd May 2010

• PODCAST OF RYAN SHOW DOWNUNDER

  

  I often downloaded the radio show and listened to it in bed when I couldn't sleep and it made me feel closer to home and the Irish humour.

  Deepest sympathy to Gerry's family and friends.

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  By Sylvia Lambert on 3rd May 2010

• Just cannot yet find the right words & the shock hurts

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time

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  By Sharon on 3rd May 2010

• FARE WELL

  

  Farewell Gerry and Thanks for the memories .see You on the other side (NOt To Soon Though)

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  By LIZ DURKAN on 3rd May 2010

• Belly Laugh & Funny Expressions

  

  Gerry,

  We really didn't realise how lucky we were when we had you for company five mornings a week. You were absolutely fantastic company and great fun. Many's a loud belly laugh I would have here in the kitchen while doing my jobs around the house with your many, many funny expressions.

  You were also most sympathetic and sensitive when talking to people who had come on hard times and situations.I am without doubt they got great consolation from your programme as I did from time to time.

  I am so terribly sorry for your wife, beautiful children, immediate family and partner as a sudden death is very hard to come to terms with. We will really miss you terribly and its had to think that we will not hear your voice again saying" The Ryan Line if open for business".

  As a final note, I truly believe that the one great consolation that your family and closest to you can now get great comfort from, is knowing that they have their own personal funny angel to pray to whilst you watch over them and guide them.

  Thanks for everything.

  May you rest in Peace Gerry and God Bless You

  Chris H.

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  By Chris H on 3rd May 2010

• The Best

  

  RIP Gerry,

  Simply the Best.

  When you get there tell them we love them as we loved you.

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time

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  By Abdou Diaw on 3rd May 2010

• In the arms of the angels

  

  I can't believe that you're gone!! May yourest in peace...

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  By samantha on 3rd May 2010

• Rest In Peace

  I wont pretend to be your biggest supporter ,i wasn't even an avid listener but I did admire your directness and boldness. You will be sadly missed Gerry ,Rest In Peace.

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  By Caroline M on 3rd May 2010

• PERHAPS

  

  PERHAPS

  PERHAPS, if we could see

  the splendour of the land

  to which are loved are

  called from you and me

  WE,D UNDERSTAND

  PERHAPS, if we could hear

  The welcome they receive

  from old familiar voices-

  All so dear

  WE WOULD NOT GRIEVE.

  PERHAPS, if we could know

  The reason why they went

  We,d smile-and wipe away

  The tears that flow

  WE,D WAIT CONTENT.

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  By Mary Millard on 3rd May 2010

• A Star in the Sky

  

  Gerry we will miss you on the radio and our thoughts are with your family and friends. The 2fm tribuite is amazing and just shows how much you were loved.

  RIP

  Always in our thoughts

  Karl & Babs & Callum Dorney

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  By Babs and Karl Dorney on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry

  

  I dont want to believe its true

  Sadly its sinking in that you departed this world and did not wake up on Friday,

  I hope it was peaceful and painfree but the thoughts of you alone really upsets me as you were a wonderful family man, a loving dad, husband and partner.

  Such a loss, Rest in peace, Thank you for your wonderful contribution to my life.

  Praying for you, your family and friends

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  By Mary Lalor on 3rd May 2010

• You Always Helped Me Through The Week

  Thanks Gerry for the past 20 years ,, you were thye greatest ...

  Take care ..

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  By mike wright on 3rd May 2010

• Your are now the voice of the angels

  

  Rest in peace Gerry. You were the voice of the nation but for now you are the voice of the angels. You will be missed in every way.Condolencesto your family. xxx

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  By Katie Crosby on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan R.I.P.

  

  You will be as missed as you were loved and respected.

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  By Mary Therese Brennan on 3rd May 2010

• my sinceer sympathy

  

  my heart goes out to the ryan
  family i lost my wonderful son

  (mark c hegarty) last sep 10 a week after his 30 th birthday and 5 months after his wedding i am tom hegarty fortlauderdale florida usa RYAN FAMILYGod bless you all in timehour of geat sadness

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  By thomas p hegarty on 3rd May 2010

• Thanks for the memories Gerry. Tangerine

  

  Measuring a summer's day
  I only finds it slips away to grey
  The hours they bring me pain.
  *Tangerine Tangerine
  Living reflection from a dream;
  I was her love she was my queen
  And now a thousand years between.
  Thinking how it used to be
  Does she still remember times like these?
  To think of us again?
  And I do.

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  By Declan on 3rd May 2010

• FAREWELL TO A TRUE STAR

  

  YOU WERE TRULY A GREAT RADIO PERSONALITY AND YOU WILL BE MISSED.

  MAY YOU REST IN PEACE

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  By johnny jameson on 3rd May 2010

• To Gerry, we will miss you

  

  You brightened up many a grey morning in this country. Rest In Peace

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  By Mairead R on 3rd May 2010

• Deepest sympathy

  

  Totally devastated with the news. A superb personality that will live on in our hearts - particularly from 9 - 12 am every weekday. The Ryan line is now directly linked to Heaven where he is regaling many saints and scholars and even God himself with his many stories and indeed quizzing them on their lives! May he enjoy his reunion with his beloved mother and father and enjoy his well earned rest. Sincere condolences to his wife, family and girlfriend and extended family, and indeed his friends and RTE colleagues.

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  By Ann Marie Coutinho on 3rd May 2010

• Not a Goodbye but See ya later

  

  Gerry - thanks for all the laughs, the engaging listening and pick me ups over the years. This isn't goodbye from any of us to you but a See ya Later. RIP. We'll miss you .

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  By Niamh Garland on 3rd May 2010

• gerry

  

  You really kept me company every morning.

  I just can't believe it's over now. You will be missed by the Irish people as not just a broadcaster but a friend

  Rip Gerry

  Niamh xx

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  By Niamh O'Brien on 3rd May 2010

• Bye from San Francisco

  

  Saddened to hear of your untimely passing.

  Enjoyed your broadcasting talents when you used to come on 2FM after Dave Fanning's show in the 80's. Immediately recalled yourself and some of U2 in the nip live on air getting Fanning to very reluctantly shed his underpants. Hysterical! - still have it on tape somewhere.

  RIP - best wishes to your loved ones.

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  By Eamon on 3rd May 2010

• Deepest sympathy

  

  Totally devastated with the news. A superb personality that will live on in our hearts - particularly from 9 - 12 am every weekday. The Ryan line is now directly linked to Heaven where he is regaling many saints and scholars and even God himself with his many stories and indeed quizzing them on their lives! May he enjoy his reunion with his beloved mother and father and enjoy his well earned rest. Sincere condolences to his wife, family and girlfriend and extended family, and indeed his friends and RTE colleagues.

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  By Ann Marie Coutinho on 3rd May 2010

• Sleep Well Gerry Ryan

  Rest in Peace

  I will miss hearing you on the radio.

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  By James Noel Bradley on 3rd May 2010

• R.I.P.

  

  I am so desperately sorry to hear about Ger passing, and can only hope the tremendous affectionhe is held with can be of comfort to his family and friends.xx

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  By helen connor on 3rd May 2010

• Deepest Sympathy

  You did not know me, but I felt I knew you. The shock is incomprehensible, and the closer it gets to Tuesday morning, and your voice will not be my companion, the harder the realisation is. The grief is countrywide. My deepest sympathy to Morah, your 5 children, Lottie, Elliot, Rex, Bonnie and Babette, and also to your partner Melanie. May you Rest in Peace.

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  By Jenny Tyrrell on 3rd May 2010

• Alex, Poland

  

  R.I.P Gerry (*)

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  By Alex on 3rd May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Hi Gerry,

  It was a pleasure listening to you at various stages of my life. As I've been in Australia for the past 5 years, I "lost touch" so to speak but am delighted that I heard you during my holidays home just a few few weeks ago. As always, you sounded like the consumate professional. I hope that your soul finds peace. Thanks for the memories.

  Stephen H, Sydney

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  By Stephen Harvey on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry

  

  Gerry was a unique man, and so special in the way he could relate to all types of people and their problems,..My dearest sympathy goes out to his wife Morah and his five lovely children ...RIP

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  By Anna Mc Ginn on 3rd May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  

  A joy to listen to for all your time on radio and TV...a breath of fresh air among often narrow minds. Your mind, heart and soul were what made you unique and I didn't even know you personally. I can only imagine the grief the loved ones you have left behind must be feeling as they've lost you, but I know their lives are richer for havingloved you. I have a feeling that where ever you are now...you are 'facinated' with the experience, at the same time keeping a watchful, loving eye over your wife, children, family, partner and friends and colleagues. Thank you for what you gave to the people of this earth. When I think of someone like you, I truly hope there is reincarnation! Rest in Peace Gerry.

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  By Eithne on 3rd May 2010

• Peace be with you

  

  My deepest sympathies to your loved ones. My deepest respect for all you were.

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  By Nancy Mayne on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  Gerry , so sad the way your life suddenly ended , you loved ife , enjoyed life and lived it to the full.You were a great man and a truly inspirational person who helped and comforted thousands of people on a daily basis.2fm will never be the same again. you are sadly missed xxxxx

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  By jackie sheehan on 3rd May 2010

• Deepest Sympathy to Gerry's family

  

  
  Sending my verydeepest heartfelt sympathy to Lottie, Rex, Bonnie, Elliot, Babette and most of all to Morah - my heart goes out to you. May he rest in peace xx

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  By Liz G on 3rd May 2010

• Rip GERRY

  

  Gerry you will be soooo badly missed by all your listeners , no one can fill your shoes ,

  May you rest in peace ,

  a loyal listener

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  By loyal fan on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry

  

  Cant believe you are gone Gerry it is so sad and so unfair. Will miss hearing your voice each morning hope they are listening to you in your radio in the sky. Deepest sympathies to your beloved family, friends and your radio family in RTE. Rest in peace.

  Lesley, xx

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  By lesley on 3rd May 2010

• A Brilliant Broadcaster

  

  Gerry was articulate, acerbic, wise, intelligent, compassionate, generous and wildly, wildly funny. He was Irish broadcasting's volcanic eruption. Buster, you have them in stitches up there already!

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  By John O'Byrne on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  We're all in shock. None of us can quite believe we will never hear his voice again. He has been with me through thick and thin. Through births, deaths, happy times, shocking times, through my worst case of post natal depression yet and backout the other side. Every morning he filled the kitchen and kept me company while I got on with the daily routine. He leaves some very big boots to fill. My thoughts are with his family and friends. May he rest in peace.

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  By The Moore Family, Castletown on 3rd May 2010

• My mornings will be changed for ever

  

  
  I live in Kent, Ohio and I get up at 4 a.m, to listen to Gerry Ryan. My morning routine will be changed forever with his passing. His show and his callers brought a little bit of Ireland to me here in the USA every morning. When I had to miss the show I would "listen back" online. I will miss him very much.

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  By Sue Averill on 3rd May 2010

• sadness

  

  I never thought i would feel such sadness for someone i have never met but like thousands of others i felt that i knew him. Every morning on my way to work he would take my mind off my own trivial worries with his voice, his humour, his big hearty laugh and more often than not a little story concerning one of his kids of whom he obviuosly adored. Ill miss those mornings. Ill be alone in my car from now on. Goodbye Gerry. Rest in peace

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  By melissa carthy on 3rd May 2010

• The Greatest

  

  Every morning I would get into my little van and mentally prepare myself for my day ahead, some people have coffee, some have tea, others have red bull, well I had Gerry!!. Im a 28 year old man , and every day he would turn me into a giggling 6 year old one way or the other, he was my mentor , my conscience , my passenger and my friend , and i Never even met him. I couldn't describe my feeling of loss to my fiance, it was strange , only his listeners will feel this strange abyss in their hearts. And i dont know nor never want to know the abyss and loss his partner , wife , and children are feeling! Still can't believe it . As i've gotten older my circle of friends have decreased as it happens , but he was right up there. Miss ya buddy. ps -Gerry i killed a bottle of johnny walker blue label a few years ago, its waiting for you up there , Enjoy my friend!!!

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  By michael mcgrath on 3rd May 2010

• For ever in our thoughts

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time

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  By frank bonner on 3rd May 2010

• Who is going to tell them now?

  

  
  Like the entire nation, will miss your voice on the radio. Not only is your show gone, but for many people, a daily routine is gone.

  You were the only person who publicly tried to talk down the recession, while most of the country talked us into one.

  R.I.P

  Tony Forte

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  By Tony Forte on 3rd May 2010

• The Old Country won't be the same.

  

  With your passing over a part of what made home home has gone.

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  By damien hazell on 3rd May 2010

• Who is going to tell them now?

  

  Like the whole nation, will miss your voice on the radio. Not only is your show gone, but a daily routine is gone. You tried your best to talk down the recession, while most of the country talked us into one.

  Tony Forte

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  By Tony Forte on 3rd May 2010

• gerry ryan - Lost Leader

  

  Gerry Ryan stepped up to the plate as National Leader when all around failed.

  You said it clearly so we could all understand.

  We now mourn a Lost Leader

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  By michael connolly on 3rd May 2010

• Gerry rest in peace

  

  I was so sad to hear of Gerry Ryan's passing. He was a great guy who helped so many people. I send my deepest sympathy to his familyx

  Clare

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  By Clare Schouten on 3rd May 2010

• i CANT BELIEVE THAT YOU ARE GONE

  

  I can't believe that you're gone, BUT YOU WILL LIVE ON IN OUR MEMORY WHICH I AND THE WHOLE COUNTRY COULD NEVER FORGET YOU.

  Gone but never forgotten

  R.I.P. Gerry

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  By Noeleen Lacey on 3rd May 2010

• Ryan on the radio

  

  I´m still waiting to hear that it was all a laugh on Gerry´s part.. a whole Bobby Ewing escapade. I think he'd get an enormous kick out of it! He was unique..

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  By Trish. on 3rd May 2010

• Rest In Peace Gerry

  

  My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.

  Rest in peace Gerry, you will be missed by all.

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  By Fionnuala Kilcoyne on 3rd May 2010

• You will never be forgotten!

  

  It seemed as though we could survive anything going on in the world, the economy and individuals just having a bad day..so long as Gerry was there! What now??????????

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  By J.H on 3rd May 2010

• A breath of fresh air on the radio

  Gerry will be deeply missed. R.I.P.

  Alan Connolly in New Zealand

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  By alan connolly on 3rd May 2010

• A poorer place

  Gerry, the world is a much worse place without you in it. Wherever you are, I hope you're having a great conversation with a pint of the black stuff followed by a "ball of malt." Profoundly missed.

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  By Michael Hanley on 3rd May 2010

• Such a sad day

  

  Will miss Gerry Ryan so so muuch. May he rest in peace.

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  By Anne Farrelly on 3rd May 2010

• all the best gerry

  

  thanks for all the laughs and common sense approach, you were an ordnary man with anextraordinary talent, everybody could relate to you and vice versa.

  i was proud to say that i was a " g ryan" listener , thanks for your company every morning.

  the mornings at work are going to feel longer now .

  from me and them { fellow listeners }until then

  johnny c

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  By johnny carlton on 3rd May 2010

• 'You tell us and we'll tell them'

  

  We will not hear the above line again from that infamous, professional & familiar voice. Gerry, you were taken when you hadjust turned the corner of a sore stage in your life and about to embark on a healthy regime and new chat show, but it was not meant to be. God works in mysterious ways, but you are now a shining star in heaven.
  Thanks for the memories and you positive flamboyant ways. Will miss you, Marie, Galway

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  By Marie on 3rd May 2010

• We have lost a great friend.

  

  
  Gerry was, in all respects, a world class broadcaster. He brought a warmth and charm to radio which will be hard to match.

  There are many people throughout the world who listened to his programme. Here in Saudi Arabia there are many who are deeply shocked and saddened to lose a link with home that they have had for so long.

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  By Chris Gilliam on 3rd May 2010

• Rest in peace my friend.

  

  Thank you Gerry for the entertainment you gave me during your years in broadcasting. I really loved listening to "What on earth are they talking about" when at work. Sil, Peter & Ned.

  To see the nations response shows how much you were dearly loved. Deepest sympathies to family & friends of Gerry at this time.

  Sincerely,

  Anand Rose.

  (now living in New Zealand)

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  By Anand Rose on 3rd May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  The Nation has lost one it's greatest personalities.

  May you rest in peace.

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  By Michael on 3rd May 2010

• the man

  

  As a Immigrant in 2002, Gerry Ryan on his morning show single handedly taught me Irish humor and what it meant to be irish, to the greatest Irishman MAY YOU HAVE PEACE WE WILL MISS YOU.

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  By marius van der walt on 3rd May 2010

• A brilliant talent.

  

  I grew up in Dublin listening to Gerry Ryan daily. Always made me laugh. But he also offered great insight into current affairs and everyday issues. A truly original and innovative broadcaster. His death is a tragic loss. Thoughts and prayers are with his family. Rest in peace.

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  By Rob Dunne on 3rd May 2010

• may god have mercy on your soul jerry

  

  i LIVE IN CHICAGO GO HOME TO DONEGAL EVERY MAY FOR THE SUMMER I WILL MISS YOU COMING INTO MY HOME EVERY MORNING MAY YOU REST IN PEACE WILL MISS YOU

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  By maire on 3rd May 2010

• Peace

  

  Be at Peace Gerry. Always loved your candor and your outspokenness. The world was a better place with you in it.

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  By Ray Meenan on 3rd May 2010

• A Shining Bright Light

  

  A shining 'Bright Light' has been cruelly taken from this world, Gerry Ryan was an inspiration to us all, wonderfully witty, intelligent, sincere and had the true courage of his convictions.I had cancer, and listening to Gerry whiletravelling to and fromhospital for my treatments gave me such 'Hope' and he was such an absolute 'Tonic' for me at that time. I'll miss listening to him so very much.

  I hope you're safe now Gerry in the arms of your God and the Angels.

  Helen.

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  By Helen Clince on 3rd May 2010

• Too dearly loved to ever be forgotten

  

  Always in our loving hearts and smiling in our memories Gerry. With Deepest Sympathy to Mealine, your children & Morah, May you restin peace.

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  By Colette McGrath on 3rd May 2010

• Nothing will ever be the same

  

  I wish to extend my condolences and deep sympathy to Gerry's wife, family and partner at this unbelieveably sad time. Tears roll down my face as I write. I didnt know him personally but I, like the rest of the country feel like I did. Its a very sad time for our country. He is a tragic loss for everybody. I spoke to him only once on radio but my children grew up over the 20 years I tuned into him almost daily. I will really miss you Gerry. Maybe I will see you some day on the other side. God bless. Love Louise xx

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  By Louise Irwin on 3rd May 2010

• A tragic loss

  

  I wish I had known you personally Gerry. I spoke to you only once but listened to you for 20 years. My children grew up while I listened to your words of wisdom. My heart goes out to Gerrys family, wife and partner and all who's life was touched by Gerry. Hot tears roll down my face as I write this. It is a very sad time for our country. Rest in peace Gerry, God bless, maybe we will meet some day on the other side. Love Louise Irwin xx

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  By Louise Irwin on 3rd May 2010

• GR RECALLED IN LONDON

  

  The following I posted to a BBC messageboard (BBC Radio 4) and while it is directed at people who had no knowledge of GR, I wanted to repeat it here ... Well, because enough good couldn't be said about the man. Unless, of course, you're an Indo editor or journalist, in which case your immediate recaction to the sudden death of a much admired and loved figure is to go digging for dirt in the poor man's financial returns. By any standards, utterly extraordiary behaviour and a sure indication that this paper has a struggle to differentiate between a public figure and public property.

  He was the former and not the latter and as such deserving of the respect you'd accord to any deceased person.

  Anyway, to my tribute:

  "Most Radio 4 listeners will have had little or no knowledge of an Irish broadcaster called Gerry Ryan. However, he died yesterday just short of his 54th birthday and Ireland is practically a country in mourning.

  For over 25 years he was that nation's most listened to voice and there was a scarcely a moment during his morning shows when he did not have his finger held firmly on the Irish pulse.

  It's probably not an outrageous exaggeration to say that this man made it safe for Irish people to get out of bed in the morning. No matter how bad their personal lives, how desperate the nation's economic misery, or whatever else was making more miserable the morning drear, it was never going to be too long before the Gerry Ryan sunburst would apply and there'd be a grin on the faces of those in the kitchen, in the car or on the bus.
  What a gift the man had and what a gift he bestowed on all those he reached.
  RIP, Gerry!"

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  By Stephen McKenna on 3rd May 2010

• Very sad

  

  Will be sadly missed, a true man who was highly regarded in the media and among the people of Ireland who was outspoken and true to his word. Will be sorely missed, very sad news RIP

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  By Lorraine Carr on 3rd May 2010

• what can i say

  So many times i nearly phoned in like i'm sure half of your listeners did! and now i cant so instead i'll say farewell. Thanks for the many mornings you made me laugh out loud! Made me think of others! you were one in a million jerry - God gave you a wonderful gift and that was to touch all those listeners and many friends that you made along your journey feel lucky to have known you. My sympathies go sincerely to your loved ones. may you rest in peace.

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  By angie on 2nd May 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  
  You were with me in the mornings to give the news from afar and allow those hours as though I was still in Dublin

  You will be missed Gerry Ryan a permanent tear has been made and cannot be replaced.

  Sleep peacefully wiht the angels...

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  By Deirdre Keegan on 2nd May 2010

• The road will be quiet without your craic!

  

  listened to you when driving and so those embarressing subjects will no longer appear on the airwaves. May you have found peace.

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  By Richard Lennon on 2nd May 2010

• 'Til we meet again on the other side Gerry...

  

  So shocked & saddened that you had to go so suddenly and so soon. Little do you know how important you were to so many.An an expat, Ireland has drifted that bit further away with your passing.

  God bless & thank you for having enriched our lives on a daily basis.

  Deepest condolences to Morah, his children, Melanie and all his friends/colleagues in the RTE Radio Centre.

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  By John Coghlan on 2nd May 2010

• loved you ger you were my life miss you

  

  
  geryy we will miss you

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  By jackie and davy o callaghan on 2nd May 2010

• Rest in peace

  

  
  Very sorry to hear about your passing may God be kind to you

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  By Frank Igoe on 2nd May 2010

• GOODBYE GERRY

  

  GOODBYE GERRY, NOBODY KNOWS WHAT IS AROUND THE CORNER, LIVE LIFE TO ITS FULLEST - YOU WERE TAKEN TOO SOON - MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY. SAY HI TO MY DAD IN HEAVEN.

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  By SUZANNE CORCORAN on 2nd May 2010

• GOODBYE GERRY

  

  GOODBYE GERRY, NOBODY KNOWS WHAT IS AROUND THE CORNER, LIVE LIFE TO ITS FULLEST - YOU WERE TAKEN TOO SOON - MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY. SAY HI TO MY DAD IN HEAVEN.

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  By SUZANNE CORCORAN on 2nd May 2010

• Will miss you Gerry

  

  
  Gerry i cant believe your gone. Its as though its all a bad dream. Weekday mornings are never going to be the same. A man larger than life. You could talk about anything , cheer us up , make us laugh , cry or even get angry. But no matter how you made us feel , we knew between 9-12 every morning we were listening to our friend. Love you Ger

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  By louise quinn on 2nd May 2010

• sadly missed

  

  Gerry you will be sadly missed as a very down to earth guy who could relate to ordinary people in a very unique way RIP

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  By amanda scott on 2nd May 2010

• the ryan line is now closed rest in peace gerry

  

  You will be as missed as you were loved and respected.i hope you get to entertain all the souls above as you did with me and thousands more,

  god rest you g ryan, xxxxxxxxxx

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  By aoife carroll on 2nd May 2010

• REST IN THE BEAUTY OF HEAVEN

  

  
  FLY TO HEAVEN WITH THE BUTTERFLIES GERRY

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  By Kathleen Poff on 2nd May 2010

• thank you gerry

  

  I can't believe that you're gone gerry just cannot belive it .i cant belive im not gonna hear your voice on the radio ever again .but i do know one thing no body will ever replace you .so long gerry and thanks for all the times you entertained me xx.

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  By helen cooney on 2nd May 2010

• rip gerry ryan

  

  
  gerry u were an icon to many housewives and prople around the globe what i loved about u was no topic couldnt b talked about ,u were such a warm loving person and my sympathy goes out to your children, morah and melanie.god bless u gerry im sure u will make the angels laugh in heaven...love sonya

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  By sonya bagnell on 2nd May 2010

• the one and only jerry ryan

  

  I felt I knew him even though I never met him may he rest in peace and my sincere condolances to his family-Really cant believe your gone and I wont hear your comments on the daily newspapers each day on my way to work......

  god bless katie buckley

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  By katie buckley I felt I knew hi on 2nd May 2010

• thank you for your company Gerry

  

  Like so many others we never met or even tlked but you have been a constant in my life over many years.as a nurse who travels a distance to work i really enjoyed your company,humour and 'take' on current affairs.still so shocked at your passing and really feel that everyone questions their own mortality when personality such as yours leaves us.every condolence to your wife,children, partner and your 2fm family.you will be very much missed by so many and cant believe that you wont be there on tues morn when i'm coming home from work.thank you for all the memories and gald that your interview with heather mills was aired before your passing as you seemed quite chuffed with it!may you rest in peace Gerry.

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  By Agnes Quinn Co Tyrone on 2nd May 2010

• SO UNFAIR

  

  Whatever would have happened at the weekend, good or bad, Gerry was there, Monday morning in my kitchen, familiar, safe, informative, so so witty and controversial, Mon to Fri mornings will never be the same again.

  R.I.P Gerry xxx

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  By Siobhan McDermott on 2nd May 2010

• A void

  

  With you passing there will be a void that will be impossible to fill on the Irish Airwaves. A man who shook up the nation and wanted us all to believe that no matter what there was and will always be a brighter tomorrow.

  I will miss hearing your voice and I will miss your uniqueperspectiveon life.

  God bless

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  By Patrick Mc Carrick on 2nd May 2010

• good bye friend

  

  it is like loosing a big brother god bless gerry and safe trip i will like thousand's of others miss you deeply joe from cavan

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  By joseph kierans on 2nd May 2010

• Peter Pan

  

  "You were the child that's in all of us"

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  By Fergus Mc Carthy on 2nd May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  I never met you Gerry but I cried when I heard of your untimely passing. Mornings won't be the same without hearing your voice. You will be sadly missed by all who listened to you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends during this difficult time.

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  By Karen Hewetson on 2nd May 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  

  Rest in Peace

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  By Eimear cassidy on 2nd May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  
  Goodbye Gerry-thanks for the company while on maternity leave. xx x

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  By Rachel Deegan on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry RIP

  

  may God bless and protect your family always especially at this difficult time may he and his bleesed mother carry them and be by their side. You truly were a legend never to be replaced and loved by many many people. You were away too young to die. Why does he always take the good ones with all the scum bags that are out there why are they let live why why we'll never know ! Its just not fair ! Rest In Peace

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  By Ann Morley on 2nd May 2010

• Thanks for everything

  

  I have left Ireland over 15 years years ago but through regular downloads, I always listened to the Gerry Ryan show. Gerry gave me a connection to my beloved Ireland which I will genuinely miss. We all aged a little more with Gerry's untimely passing, but I can only say thank you again to Gerry. You had a great innings. You made a difference in a positive way to many like me. My sincere condolences to Gerry's family and especially his children. I'm sure that you sometimes lost out on the nation's demands for your dad's time but be assured that we stand with you in your sadness at this time of sorrow but also of celebration of a great life. Slan Gerry.

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  By Leonard O' Brien on 2nd May 2010

• RIP

  

  THERE WILL NEVER BE ANYONE TO TAKE YOUR PLACE U WERE UNIQUE AND THE REASON WE LOVED U WAS U DIDNT GIVE A DAM U SPOKE YOUR MIND. I ONLY EVER LISTENED TO YOUR SHOW WHEN U WERE THERE WHEN U WENT ON HOLIDAY IT WAS NEVER THE SAME, I LOVED WHEN U RETURNED BUT U WILL NEVER RETURN AGAIN. REST IN PEACE DEAR FRIEND XXXX

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  By geraldine cunningham on 2nd May 2010

• R.I.P Gerry Ryan

  

  God Bless you, Gerry. R.I.P.

  Lise-Marie

  Ryan Show Listener

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  By Lise-Marie du Preez on 2nd May 2010

• My deepest sympathies

  

  I am from the states and visit Ireland every year since 1991 and always made a point to listen to Gerry Ryan every day. His wit, humor and concern for people always made my day. You could feel the love that he had for his family. He will be sorely missed.

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  By Karen Brophy on 2nd May 2010

• A legend RIP

  

  Grew up with himon 2FM.Sorely missed by all us thirtysomethings. RIP

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  By Adrian Conlon on 2nd May 2010

• True to yourself.

  

  You were true to yourself. If it needed to be said .... you said it. What I admired about you was your ability to shake it up without feargetting on the wrong side of those in high places. You were unafraid to speak your mind. You made people sit up andlisten.Rest in peace.

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  By Maria on 2nd May 2010

• Good Bye Gerry RIP

  Gerry do you know how much you are going to be missed? Just to switch on the radio and you not to be there it's so hard to believe, you gave so much to so many and I dont think you knew what you meant to people.

  Thank you Gerry....Cheers.

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  By Mary Byrne on 2nd May 2010

• gerry

  

  Wewould listen to gerry everyday on my way to work, I never listen to any other station, I would always say put on gerry ryan andyou knewit was going to be interesting, mornings are going to be sodull now.

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  By john on 2nd May 2010

• Lost for words

  

  I can't believe that you're gone lost for words miss you mary

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  By Mary Connery on 2nd May 2010

• RIP

  
  Your death has touched us all. Your familiar voiceheard over the net all these thousands of miles away was reassuring and friendly. A reminder of home. I grew up with your commentary in the background. Youwill be missed. My condolences to your family and loved ones.

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  By ncm on 2nd May 2010

• shining light

  Gerry you were a shining light over the airwaves of Ireland and to those who listened to you on line around the world. May you shine your light in heaven and bring them as much joy as you gave us down here. We will miss you still in shock who am I going to listen to now

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  By Karen Forrester on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry

  

  G00DNIGHT SWEET PRINCE

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  By patricia mc laughlin, co doneg on 2nd May 2010

• Pauline, Dom & Kids

  

  Gerry,

  You have the 9-12 slot upstairs now.

  May god help them, Have the crack! R I P

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  By pauline dom and boys on 2nd May 2010

• message of condolence

  

  Jerry, you were the best broadcaster,very sincere,great fun and you will be greatly missed but never forgotten! Deepest sympathies to your wife,children and partner!

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  By Theresa O Connor on 2nd May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  My radio choice was Ian Dempsey till 9.00 and then your goodself ... As a sales rep I needed to be positive- enthuasiastic- knowledgeable and you brought those features through the radio to me ( and thousands like me )

  I never met you ... but felt I knew you ...

  My thoughts are with everyone who are missing you ...

  Jim

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  By Jim O Neill on 2nd May 2010

• Our Nation Has Lost A Treasured Son.

  

  Gerry, having met you only a few months ago wewant tosay you were a character worth knowing in this life. This Nation has lost an irreplacable son. Your work is now to guide the mortal DJ's on this earth with visions of your DJ'ing brilliance. Kevin & Angela - Kinnegad.

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  By Kevin and Angela Flynn on 2nd May 2010

• You will be sadly missed Gerry

  

  Absoulute devastation ... still can not get my head round it. I first listened to you way back in 1990 and have listened ever since. You are a genius and will be sadly missed. What an inspiration for this country, a scholar and a gentleman. RIP am sure there'll be a massive party now that you're in heaven.

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  By Gerry O'Brien on 2nd May 2010

• R.I.P Gerry

  

  sadly missed and never forgotten xx

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  By louisa loughran on 2nd May 2010

• Goodbye

  

  Gerry, You don't know me,We've never spoke to each other, I've never met you or seen you in real life; so why do have this feeling of great loss?

  RIP Gerry. I'll always remember you and will miss you.

  Best wishes to family and friends at this sad time.

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  By Stephen Duffy on 2nd May 2010

• U are so missed

  

  Will miss your soothing voice and words of wisdom. loved our show. RIP Gerry.

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  By stasia on 2nd May 2010

• U are so missed

  

  Will miss your soothing voice and words of wisdom. loved our show. RIP Gerry.

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  By stasia on 2nd May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  And the Lamb lies down on Broadway. Gerry, thanks for the time we had. So sorry you had to leave before we could get together again.

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  By Joe Sweeney on 2nd May 2010

• To Gerry

  RIP. LIVED LIFE TO THE FULL

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  By JOHN MORONEY on 2nd May 2010

• I can't believe your gone

  

  
  As a returned exile you quickly became the only radio programme I would listen. I will miss you.

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  By Angela on 2nd May 2010

• Goodbye Jerry

  

  My deepest regrets are with Jerry and his family, friends and loyal listeners-you brought humour to my morning with tears and times and often advice that would change my day for the better. You were a gentleman with a heart and a messer that I loved and will miss - Thank you Jerry for the light you brought to my life

  Michelle, Clonakilty, Co Cork

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  By michelle cahalane on 2nd May 2010

• Bye and Rest

  

  I loved you, I hated you

  You made me laugh, you made me cry

  You made me shout at you in agreement and in anger

  You were always there

  I will miss you

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  By Siobhán Cullen on 2nd May 2010

• Late Late Gerry

  

  I would rarely hear Gerrys radio shows, but those I did hear, I really enjoyed. However, I thought his Late Late Show was Great - and thought he should have got the job of presenting the show when Pat left. As things transpired, probably that would have added to his stress and taken him earlier. He certainly crammed two lifetimes work in to his short one.

  May He Rest In Peace

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  By Marie Keany on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry god rest a life taken in it prime.

  

  Gerry you kept me company when you were on the radio most mornings. I loved hearing you on the radio. I used to getcross when you took time off and you weren't on the air. I cannot believe I won't hear your voice again. You will really be missed. I lost my dad aged 58 six years ago suddenly just like you. It is very hard to deal with and I send my heartfelt condolences to your dear family, your partner and to all your friends. I hope you knew when you were alive just how much you meant to everyone. Rest in peace. xxxx

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  By Elaine Larkin on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry

  

  With love you will be remembered, may you now know peace.

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  By marie on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry gone but not forgotten!

  

  I went through a very bad time last year,I lost my job this very day last year,and I honestly saw no need to carry on.I tuned into Gerry on the tuesday morning as I do every morning and he just said something that made me fight my way through.He has made me laugh,cry,and brought joy to my life every day,and can only imagine how much joy he brought to his family and friends lives if I felt like this through radio,it almost felt like he was giving a big hug when he was helping people.He was just great,and he will never be forgetton as he will live through his five beautiful children.Thank you Gerry.Will miss you greatly.

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  By linda on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry will be sorely missed

  

  its a sad day for us irish , he was a amazing personality and we will miss him .My taughts are with his family and friends

  with sympathy

  David Marron

  Vancouver

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  By David Marron on 2nd May 2010

• So long, my friend

  

  It'll be incredibly hard to accept that I'll never hear your voice again on the radio, never hear your witticisms or unique observations. I'm in my twenties now, and since I can remember I've listened to your show whenever I could, as my mother was a frequent listener. Your voice was as familiar to me as a member of my family's.

  This is all still very strange to me, people like Gerry aren't meant to die. I hope, in intense naivety, that I'll wake up tomorrow and it'll be revealed to me that this is all some fearful dream. I'll miss you a lot Gerry, and you'll always been an inspiration to me xx

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  By clara on 2nd May 2010

• faith

  

  i first saw you over 25 years ago at a ucg gig where we the audience abused you. you told us to off. Fair dues we deserved it.

  I listened to your prog because you never lost on air your faith and belief to call it as you saw it, which more often than not was spot on. Ireland has lost a great voice of the people.

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  By brian on 2nd May 2010

• gone to be with the angels and gerrys beloved parents

  

  gerry i cant believe im not goin to hear ur voice on 2fm again. friday was a very sad day 4 me and all my family who have grown up listening to u over the years. our hearts go out to your lovely family who have lost a very very special dad who loved them all so much and was very proud of each and everyone of them.

  our loss is heavens gain.

  god please look after gerry now and give him a great big hug as he is lonely and sad at this moment leaving his loving family.

  please take extra special care of his children. please comfort all those who were very close to gerry.

  rest in peace dear gerry.

  sharon murphy

  xxxx

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  By sharon murphy on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry -a man that will be irreplaceable

  

  When i heard the news on your very sad passing ..my heart sank and could not believe it first .I literally listened to you every morning and your familiar voice would just bring comfort to my day .you literally got me out of bed each day and always brought hot topics to the fore .You were brash ,bold ,honest and fierce and captivated a nation and people hung on your words ..ive tears rolling down my face when i read about your life and now your actually gone from our kitchens ,our cars ,our bedrooms our lives .there are no words to describe the effect you had on my life and others and i just feel next monday morning can never be the same ...you are with out doubt a legend ,never will be replaced and never could be .You were original ,confident in your words ,positive,funny ,charsimatic ,life saver ,counselor ,energetic ,good natured and the list goes on .i never thought in a million years that id be sitting here today expressing my words of sympathy to you on your passing and your family and friends ...the world can be so cruel ...it took one good guy away ....breaking my heart to write this gerry and say goodbye .Forever in my heart .......see you on the far side someday i truelly hope .xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxx

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  By Kay Cuskelly on 2nd May 2010

• a trusted voice on radio

  

  listened most weds and fridays felt entertained and often enlightened by topics will be sorely missed by listeners in england

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  By anne veli on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan R.I.P

  

  Always in our loving hearts and smiling in our memories.

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  By Karen Mooney on 2nd May 2010

• Still sinking in!

  

  I'm still in shock and want my state of mind to be known. You were in my life everyday and I will miss you greatly considering we never met! You educated me, you kept me informed, as I have been living outside Ireland since 1989, you made me laugh, you made me cross, in short I am devasted that you are gone and that I no longer can look forward to listening to your programme each morning after having left my children at school. When I was staying in the 4 seasons, Dublin, a couple of years ago, I even asked for the Gerry Ryan cocktail as I had heard you go on about it, well I wanted to like it , but sadly I didnt ask for a second!!!! I will miss you every day! R.I.P.

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  By Rosaleen McKay on 2nd May 2010

• He Was Simply A Hero Of This Nation.

  

  You were one of my heros since I was 11 years old I remember seeing you at the Beat On The Street in cork city, you drove up in your red sports car and when you got out I thought I was looking at a hollywood star.

  I have listenend to you religously since and was sometimes late for school and later on work cause I couldn't get out of the car your show was so compelling, I'm 37 now and I feel have lost a very close friend. Rest In Peace Gerry I will miss you.

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  By Robert Harley on 2nd May 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  

  To the Ryan family, Friends & Colleague,

  I gew Listening to Gerry Ryan. He was a breath of fresh air listening to his irish banter, his irrevant style. He was just so funny. To me he was the true pulse of the ofyounger irish population. Listening to Gerry was like listening to your best friend telling jokes, funny stories in the bar. He was a unique character. Having lived abroad for many years i missed heraring his daily radio show. Every time i got home the first thing i was do was listen in to his Show. It made me feel right at home again,

  We will miss you.

  My prayers and Thoughts are with your Family

  Colm

  USA

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  By Colm Foley on 2nd May 2010

• I can't believe that you're gone..

  

  Rest in Peace Gerry.

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  By R.I P Gerry.Larry. on 2nd May 2010

• Listening to Gerry in Boston felt like coming home

  

  I have lived in Boston for the past 12 years and everytime I listened to one of his podcasts I felt like I was in my kitchen at home in Newmarket. Losing his show is like losing a slice of home... He is a huge loss both to the country and to the thousands of immigrants who listened to his show to get a flavour of home.. RIP Gerry..

  Annette Glendon

  Boston

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  By Annette Glendon on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry

  

  May you rest in Peace.

  All my love to Gerry's kids,Melanie and Morah

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  By Wendy on 2nd May 2010

• Gone but not forgotten

  

  The tears are still falling for a man that has been a constant companion in my house for almost 20 years. I laughed and cried with you Gerry and you cured my homesickness when I heard your enigmatic voice over the airwaves. God be good to you and may you watch over your precious loved ones at this most sad and tragic time. Your just too good to be forgotten. Sleep in peace.

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  By Tracy on 2nd May 2010

• You will never be forgotten

  

  Gerry,whenever I got the chance, after dropping the kids to school on way to work, I would tune into you.I absolutely adored the constant banter and would love if I got stuck in traffic and could listen to you for longer.You are leaving ahuge hole in Ireland and our thoughts are with Morah, your 5 children and your partner.RIP.

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  By Barbara Nolan on 2nd May 2010

• Can't believe the news

  

  Gerry, you were an inspiration to us all, you have been taken way too soon. I feel so sorry for your family, colleagues and friends. Thank you for all the memories, you were much loved.

  This is for you xx

  You never said "I'm leaving"
  You never said goodbye
  You were gone before I knew it,
  And only God knew why
  A million times I needed you,
  A million times I cried
  If Love alone could have saved you,
  You never would have died
  In Life I loved you dearly
  In death I love you still
  In my heart you hold a place,
  That no one could ever fill
  It broke my heart to lose you,
  But you didn't go alone
  For part of me went with you,
  The day God took you home.

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  By Emma on 2nd May 2010

• Missing you

  

  An untimely death of a larger than life character. Your listeners will miss you dearly.

  My condolences to your kids, your former wife Morah and your partner Melanie. They will miss you dearly.

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  By Patrick O'Rourke on 2nd May 2010

• First time I heard Gerry Ryan

  

  I was visiting Ireland in the 1980's with my husband and children and we were travelling around Ireland and we couldn't stop laughing at Gerry Ryan's commentary. We thought he was refreshing, honest and funny. When I think of that particular holiday I will always remember Gerry Ryan.

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  By Kathleen Byrne on 2nd May 2010

• R.I.P GERRY

  

  ah i am in total shock that gerry ryan the wonderful man i listened to on the radio mon-fri mornings will be no-more..im so upset that i will never hear his voice again..gerry u were a wonderful human being who brought joy to lots of peoples lives including my own..u'll be sadly missed..take care gerry..xxxx

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  By geraldine daly on 2nd May 2010

• RIP GERRY

  

  God always takes the good ones early. Gerry I will miss listening to your radio show. Over the last twenty years I have listened to your show as often as possible. At times you got on my nerves but most of the time you made me laught and sometimes cry especially when somone came on the show with a problem, you really listened to them and showed them so much compassion,for this I loved you. I hope there will be lots of people around your family at this time to give them all the love and support they need and you often did for people on your show. RIP Gerry

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  By Breda Gunning on 2nd May 2010

• Slan A Dhuine Uasail!

  

  Slan Mor Leat a Gearoid,

  You were a Radio Beacon to Ireland in Times of Trouble and in Times of Joy.

  You Are sorely missed not only by your children & partners, but by your bereaved Radio Family. You cheered everyone and acted as the 4th estate guarantor for the under dog & the forgotten. You were one blessed with lots of seasons.
  We shall not see your like again!

  Beannacht Leat!

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  By lu o'mainin on 2nd May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  
  Rest in Peace Gerry you will be sadly missed but never forgotten, my thoughts and prayers are with your family! xxx

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  By Tracey Cunningham on 2nd May 2010

• So Long For Now

  

  Heading up the m50 on Friday when i heard the news, dont remember most of the journey after that in shock i think. listening to the radio and your work mates are trying through their grief to do you justice. Tuesday at 9am will be the hardest thing for everyone when we all tune in and your not their. your bag packing discussion on Thursday will stay with me forever was doing my ironing giggling away yet earlier in the week when you were talking to the school principle about the trucks near miss on all those kids i was crying, so many emotions. But that was your show full of suprises never knowing what was going to be up next. Learnt alot thanks for that.So many achievments for such a short time. My thoughts are with your family and your friends

  Sleep well friend

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  By Paula Ryan on 2nd May 2010

• so sad for your children god be with them

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time. Sad that you had to die alone. god bless you gerry.

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  By sinead magee on 2nd May 2010

• Thank you

  

  
  Thanks Gerry. Without you I think I would still be battling depression right now. Your kinds words on your show one morning made me realise how there can be light at the end of the tunnel. I was contemplating suicide when you hit home and struck a chord with your voice.

  After your show I rang a councillor, made an appointment and the rest is history, where it will stay.

  I never got to write that letter to you to thank you but I always will be grateful.

  Ihave gone back to college to obtain my degree in art at 40 years old. All this because one man kept me company through the dark times.

  Forever grateful hun, have one on me wherever you are x x

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  By From Ell on 2nd May 2010

• Dear Gerry

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time rest in peace gerry...

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  By sinead magee on 2nd May 2010

• farewell gerry

  

  gerry you were great company to me in the morning.r.i.p.

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  By paddy burke on 2nd May 2010

• Gone But He WIll Never Be Forgotten

  

  Gerry Ryan was just a few years older than me so I used to so enjoy his stories about his children on the radio because my two were of a similar age to two of his. I loved his outrageousness too. I also loved his sensitivity, his intelligent interviews and the ease with which he would go from a highly sensitive issue to a light hearted issue.

  We are a huge loss with his passing.

  I extend my heart felt sympathies to his wife Morah, his children and to his partner Melanie.

  Slan go foill, Gerry xxx

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  By Helen Walsh on 2nd May 2010

• gerry was one of a kind

  

  gerry ryan was a special person, ever since 1989 when i left school andstarted working i listened to him each and every morning and was always disappointed if he was on holidays or had a few days off cos i missed his witty humour , intelligent interviews and meaningfull anecdotes. every subject he debated on radio he was extremely comfortable with. i am happy to say i spoke with him on the show 4 or f times in the last few years and i will find it hard to remove the office phone number "gerry ryan show" from my mobile. when the team rang me back to go on air i always saved the number . my heart used jump when i'd see the name "gerry ryan show" coming uo on screen cos i knew there was a chance i'd be speaking to the great man himself.

  i have laughed, shed tears and even shouted at the radio with gerry over the years. there is a huge void in my working life now every day from 9 am

  i will miss u gerry RIP

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  By ray nesbitt on 2nd May 2010

• A legend passes .

  

  Funny, irreverent, controversial, compelling, entertaining, human,but never boring.

  For some of us weekday mornings will never be the the same again.Gerry Ryan was a master broadcaster,with an inimatable style. One of the few Irish broadcasters in the history of Irish media to be able to tap into his audience's psyche.You will be sorely missed,God rest you, and deepest sympathies to your family.

  Kevin Donohue

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  By Kevin Donohue on 2nd May 2010

• Numb since I heard the awful devastating news

  

  
  Gerry ,

  You were one of a kind - I loved your voice, your wit your confidence your chat your laugh - I loved the Man Gerry Ryan though I never met you.

  If the pain I feel is anything to go by, my God how do your Family & Friends feel.

  Ireland will miss you I hope to God wherever you are you are happy & can still be at home in Clontarf back with your Family where you wanted to be.

  R.I.P

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  By Debbie Doyle on 2nd May 2010

• good bye

  

  A sad day for broadcasting. I will miss the mayhem and the chat.

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  By Kevin on 2nd May 2010

• Best wishes

  

  I'm an American who lived in Ireland and goes back from time to time for family. Everytime I got in my car or rented car I'd put the radio on and I'd hear Gerry's voice. Even though I wasn't in my own native country I'd feel very much at home. I have Gerry Ryan to thank for that.

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  By Eddie on 2nd May 2010

• People never really leave us

  

  
  Jerry Ryan............I loved to listen to him as I left Dublin airport on my way home from Washington D.C.........he caught me up on all the latest news. I will miss him. To the family......you are in my thoughts and he will never really leave you. Once you have a person in your heart, no one else takes that spot

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  By Bernie Weeks on 2nd May 2010

• Taken to early

  

  My emotions are all over the place.I cant believe i will never hear the voice of Gerry again.I can never envisage what his children,ex wife and partner are feeling at this moment.To his children always hold on to the realisation that ye were his trophies,his legacy.He spoke so many time of how well balanced and the pride he held for ye.To his ex wife my deepest sympathy and you always will have the memories of so many years ye shared together.To his partner although ye did not have long together you were blessed to have shared time with him and have been part of his life.Gerry we have lost a wonderful person but Heaven has received one of the best people who will ever walk through its pearly gates.Sleep peacefully and goodbye to a wonderful man.

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  By colette on 2nd May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  I can't believe that you're gone,as I was driving I heard the sad news I was shocked and saddened to hear you were gone forever, God Bless Gerry and Rest in Peace x

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  By Mary Forster on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan the DJ

  

  Thanks for helping me through my teenagers years with your djing Gerry!

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  By Stephen Bennett on 2nd May 2010

• Gone but most certainly not forgotten

  

  So upsetting to hear the bad news on Friday. The tribute show to Gerry on 2 FM was great - fair play to Evelyn for holding it together... Hope he's given them hell up there!

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  By Mar on 2nd May 2010

• Remember Gerry

  

  You can shed tears that he is gone,
  or you can smile because he has lived.
  You can close your eyes and pray that he'll come back,
  or you can open your eyes and see all he's left.
  Your heart can be empty because you can't see him,
  or you can be full of the love you shared.
  You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday,
  or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
  You can rememberhim only that he is gone,
  or you can cherish his memory and let it live on.
  You can cry and close your mind,
  be empty and turn your back.
  Or you can do what he'd want:
  smile, open your eyes, love and go on.�
  David Harkin

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  By Sue Codd on 2nd May 2010

• No saint

  

  G Ryan, a man of huge appetites, you lived large. Yours was a voice that resonated across Ireland, in our bedrooms, boardrooms, kitchens and cars. No saint, we loved the sinner in you. You achieved intimacy with a nation.

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  By Susan Zelouf on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry

  

  I will truly miss you. My heart breaks for your family and friends; if I am gutted and upset how must they be feeling. I wish you could know how much you are loved. Goodbye dear friend.

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  By Claire Dukelow on 2nd May 2010

• to all who loved you gerry

  

  i am so sorry for your loss we are all with you and wishing you strength and peace.

  god bless

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  By stephen brennan on 2nd May 2010

• god bless gerry

  

  bet you never thought your death would have this effect on the people of ireland ?,well for most people you were the best part of the day,you helped lots of people over the years now its our time to honour you,raise your large glass of whiskey gerry and enjoy the moment,rip gerry,you will be remembered fondly for a long time,thinking of your family and partner.

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  By adrienne on 2nd May 2010

• Compliments on wonderful you.

  

  I just remembered,I think it was Wednesday before you passed away,a Polish guy sent in a text remarking on your soothing voice,articulate speech and perfect pronounciation and you becameall embarassed and blustery as you admitted you hadn't read it prior to reading it out,but you were evidently touched by his text.I'm so grateful to that man for sending that text and boosting your ego thatmorning when you least expected it.

  You must be revelling in it and mortified in equal measures up in there today at all these compliments and the outpouring of grief&love for you!!!!!

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  By Esther Powell on 2nd May 2010

• Missing Gerry

  

  Deepest sympathies to gerry's family and friends. I listened every morning to his show and my mornings will never be the same again. R.I.P

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  By lorna on 2nd May 2010

• never know what you have until it is gone

  

  Gerry I never realised what a huge part you played in my life every morning, I am devestated as I considered you a friend even thought I never met you. You brightened up my mornings. My heart goes out to your children, wife, partner and brothers and all in 2fm.

  Rest in peace

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  By marion morrissey on 2nd May 2010

• In admiration, Mr.Ryan.

  We are from God, and unto him is the returning.

  May God bless you, and may you rest eternally in Peace.

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  By Dr. S. Osman. on 2nd May 2010

• R.I.P GERRY

  

  a rare gem is gone.

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  By olurotimi oguntuyi on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan, everyone's dear friend

  

  The Nation has lost one of its hero's. Gerry you were an inspiration to the people of Ireland. An honest, fearless, intelligent and compassionate man, you will be so sadly missed.My morningswillnot be the same without listening to you, laughing withand AT you. I am sure you are looking over your family, friends and the Nation in this time of confusion and deep sorrow. I hopewhereever you are, you can feelthe resounding love and respectthat this country has for you. You did us proud! Thank you, Mr. Ryan for coming into my life.

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  By Lesley H-L. on 2nd May 2010

• A generous man

  

  As part of a fundraising event, we asked Gerry to MC this, it was not the usual high profile glamorous ball that was taking place at the time, but a small event early on a Sunday morning. Gerry agreed, even though he had an event the night before, true to his word he showed up at 9am, having had a late night..didn't complain despite the early hour. I will always be grateful to you for your help that day, we raised a lot of money for a cancer research charity and you made the whole thing fun and did an amazing job for us, but even more than that, you were humble, kind and generous with your time at an event that wasn't going to gain any publicity, which isn't always the way of people in the public eye. Thank you so very much again and god bless you and your family.

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  By Jane Tierney on 2nd May 2010

• PEACEFUL JOURNEY TO YOU GERRY

  

  For your precious family.... I remember you so well from my teenage years in the 80s. I particularly remember waiting eagerly for your new morning radio show to start as it was the first of its kind really. You saw me through my own tragedies in those years, the tone of your voice offering a familiarity and comfort in the background. You will be remembered fondly. Had it been someone you knew, I am certain you would have spoken eloquent and calming words over the air. So take the words of all those who appreciated and enjoyed your work immensely, take them to the airwaves in the sky and may your loved ones hear you in a soft breeze on a sad day. Rest in Peace. You have all the answers now and all the peace. xx

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  By Meadhbh on 2nd May 2010

• Missing you.

  

  Gone but not forgotten, our thoughts are with your family and friends at this sad time. For ever in our thoughts, we will miss you. Rest in peace.

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  By pius Connolly on 2nd May 2010

• Tragedy for Ireland

  
  What absolutely tragic, unbelievable news that Gerry Ryan has died at such a young age. Can't imagine my mornings without hearing his voice on the radio again...what a loss for the listeners but in particular for his family and friends. We will never forget you and you cannot be replaced. Ur forever in our minds & hearts and will never be forgotten. What are we going to do now??? Safe home Gerry Ryan R.I.P.

  Elizabeth Frawley & Family, Limerick.

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  By Elizabeth Frawley on 2nd May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  
  To a fine presenter and personality, you will be remembered forever by the Irish People,God Bless Gerry, i grew up listenting to you as did thousands others,you will be missed....

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  By Mark P. on 2nd May 2010

• My Friend & Inspiration

  

  Gerry, I can't believe your gone and I'll never hear your voice on the airwaves again. My heart is in two pieces since you left us. I've loved you since I was 13 and used listen to your 10 to 12 show in the 80's. I grew up with you and although I never met you, I felt like I knew you. Thank you for all the laughs, challenges, memories and tears throughout the years. My thoughts are with your family and friends in 2FM. Our loss is heavens gain. Rest in Peace. Jenny in Clonmel.

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  By Jenny Gubbins on 2nd May 2010

• Missing you.

  

  Missing you

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  By pius Connolly on 2nd May 2010

• Condolences

  
  Condolences to Gerry's wife, family, partner, friends and colleagues. Gerry you will be greatly missed by everyone...Sleep well .

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  By Jackie. on 2nd May 2010

• so very sad

  

  We lived in Ireland for a year and we loved you at a time of us going through sadness you made us laugh not a small titter but a eye watering laugh.You touched so many people with your wit and we still used to tune in from the uk to hear you.rest in peace and give the people in heaven the same laughs you gave us.miss you roberta and michael ridout uk

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  By roberta ridout on 2nd May 2010

• Who will teach me how to cook my Christmas Dinner?

  

  He taught us all so much. Those that listened to his various shows became part of his 'family'. From drinking his own pee to U2's first tour dates to cooking my Christmas Dinner he made me feel like he was talking to me only.But what about the lads Sil,Peadar and Ned, now we will never know what they were talking about? He had his problems but did he let on?

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  By Henry Rhodes on 2nd May 2010

• A life cut short.

  

  Thank you for Many years of enjoyment. Thinking of your wife and Partner and most of all your five beautiful children whom we enjoyed growing up with.

  Lorraine

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  By Lorraine Rigney on 2nd May 2010

• Such a sad loss.

  

  I can't believe that you are gone. I will miss you always.i just cant face the thought of tuning in to 2fm in the mornings, such a sad empty space. my thoughts and prayers are with your family. you will be sadly missed gerry, sleep well.

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  By janice on 2nd May 2010

• From Monaghan.....Gone but not forgotten........... .

  

  As a schoolboy growing up in the "Stony grey soil" of Monaghan, Dave Fanning and Gerry Ryan were a window to the world of music,partciularly upcoming Irish bands.

  As time moved on, and the Schoolboy became a commercial traveller, Gerry Ryan was theconstant,( always engaging, humorous and sometimescontroversi al) informer( a modern day Seanachi ) on lonely roads form Ballycastle in Antrim to Skibereen in Cork.

  Presently, as a University Lecturer in the UK and on heaing the sad news about the passingof a true Irish Icon in terms of Broadcasting........ just to say......

  Go raibh mait agat, Gerry

  Rest well.

  .

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  By Peter Campbell on 2nd May 2010

• inspiring man

  

  By all accounts, Gerry seemed to be a marvellous man and achieved great things, including his family, during his short time with us. We should be inspired rather grieve for his passing and see him as our role model having touched everyone he came in contact with. RIP, Jerry.

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  By Connie on 2nd May 2010

• No words to discribe him

  

  
  I have been listening to Gerry for the past 15 years i have heard other people put him down for his comments and opions but i always backed him up, i looked up to him. I have had a lot of situations in my life where i felt down and needed some one to talk to he was alway the one that came to mind. I know every one is saying nearly the same thing but the truth is the only thing we can say right now.

  I lost a close friend in september gone and the shock of her death will stay with me forever i stood still, gripped by shock and grief when the news was broke how could some one be here one minute and just gone the next i felt the same when i heard the news about Gerry ...how could this be? Nothing made sence.I was just listening to him last week describing the difference between his two boys at exam time he spoke with such pride each time he talked about them. I know his children, wife and partner are just completely shattered at the moment but how proud they must be having known this man, a great man,so well and had him a part of their every day life......you are such a ledgent Gerry and you will live on with me for ever thank you for all the support you have given me in the last 15 years may you rest in peace for ever

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  By Olivia Connolly on 2nd May 2010

• Friend of the Nation

  

  Weekdays will not be the same without you Gerry, you made us laugh, you made us cry, you made us care about other people. Absolutely no one will ever fill your place. You were friend to so many people, so many people are going to miss you terribly.

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  By Sally on 2nd May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  Thanks to my partner I was introduced to the Gerry Ryan Show! She would not only listen to it in the car in the morning on the school run but often she would call me and tell me to listen online so I could hear it. Usually there would be a funny story or controversial subject that we could both listen to. He certainly touched many lives and not just Irish ones at that. Mornings will never be the same again. God comfort your family and those you have left behind.

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  By Nicky Oliver on 2nd May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  My mornings will never be the same - I'll miss the paper reviews and the chat as I'm walking the dog! My thoughts are with the family at this sad time. Bye Gerry, RIP.

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  By Evelyn Shanahan on 2nd May 2010

• A sad loss for the Ireland I grew up in...

  

  Gerry was the voice of my youth. Very saddened to hear of his sudden death and that he was feeling stressed prior to it. Thoughts are with his family at this sad time. Rest in peace, Gerry.

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  By Noreen on 2nd May 2010

• So tragically,the famous Ryan Line is closed forever.

  

  
  Oh Gerry,what will we do without you in the mornings? You made me laugh,smile, disagree,question and inevitably love you each and every morning.I grew up listening to your distinctive boombastic voice and feel like you were sucha part of the various chapters of my life.Its with such sadness now we close the final chapter in yours. I always assumed we'd liveour life through listening to yours.You were always larger than life,a bigger force to be reckoned with. I hope St Peter met at you at the gates with a fine glass of burgundy,a fillet of the finest steak andthe Snow Patrol blaring as you entered those pearly gates!You were,are and always will be,the one and only Mr.Gerry Ryan.And I will so so miss you from the future chapters of my life. Rest in Peace.

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  By Esther Powell on 2nd May 2010

• Thank you Gerry

  

  Gerry,

  You brighten my days and I Thank you for that. You will be forever missed. I hope you are reunited with your Mum and Dad and that you have found peace. Thank you Gerry.

  Judy.

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  By Judy Whelan on 2nd May 2010

• Thank you Gerry

  

  You helped us through the 80s, we learned to question everything.There is a bit of every day and week gone with you,thank you for your time.

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  By pat crehan on 2nd May 2010

• Dearest Gerry

  

  Gerry a big hole has appeared in Montrose - Your were such a big hearted, lovable guy and you will be so missed by so so many people. The newspapers will never sound the same again.

  My thoughts are with Morah, your lovely children, family and your partner Melanie.

  Cherill

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  By Cherill Munday on 2nd May 2010

• my walking companion

  

  My west wales beach dog walking partner who made me smile, think and always listen, he will be missed and remembered for many miles. Condolences to his family

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  By mary jones on 2nd May 2010

• Sad to see a good man gone

  

  I just can belived he is gone.gerry you gave me hope love to here your voice in the morning when i was off work youwill be sadley be missed.my thoughts go out to your family and friends .We will miss you gerry

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  By david on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry

  

  O what a tragedy, to his 5 children what a loss, may he rest in peace, mind you not sure what Gerry would say to all these tributes etc. i dont know. Maeve

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  By maeve dempsey on 2nd May 2010

• The morning round up of the Newspapers .

  

  Gerry you will leave a big whole in the "suited" of Montrose. You were a "big hearted person " who was loved so much by so so many - feel the love and may you blossom in eternity for ever.xxx

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  By Cherill Munday on 2nd May 2010

• So Sad.

  

  Ireland wont be the same anymore! You will be missed so much, I cant even imagine listening to the radio again. God bless you Gerry, thank you for your life and for all that you gave to us.

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  By Dympna Kelly on 2nd May 2010

• What are we going to do?

  

  I wonder will I switch on 2FM on the way in to work next week, as I have done for over a decade, expecting to hear the deep voice and entertaining blather from this man, our old friend Gerry. I woke up yesterday morning, and again this morning, with the thought, "Gerry Ryan is dead!". Still can't take it in. RIP G Ryan, and thank you for adding colour to my mornings.

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  By DMH on 2nd May 2010

• rip gerry

  

  been listning since 88 moved to the states and listen online when i run sadly you wont be there any more my thoughts to youre family you will be greatly missed

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  By david cousins on 2nd May 2010

• i cant believe that youre gone

  

  loved you morning show, brightened my day cant believe ill not hear that dulcid tone ever again. god rest you/

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  By nan mckenna on 2nd May 2010

• a sad and untimely farewell

  

  slan abhaile.x

  louise popa

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  By louise popa on 2nd May 2010

• the very best

  

  so saddened by your passing gerry. listened to your show most mornings and dreaded the summer months when you went away. you gave me many laughs and were times too you made us cry with some sad stories. you helped so many, touched so many. you will be remembered always. never forgotten, linda

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  By linda kehoe on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry you will be missed so much !!!

  

  Gerry, a lovely man full of humor, will never be replaced. The radio will never be the same again without you.

  Our toughts and prayers are with you and you lovely family & partner.

  The Butler family(Spain)
  

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  By Jim Butler on 2nd May 2010

• from 9am on 2fm .......

  

  You have been in my life forever. You often pulled me out of the blues&were 3hrs companya day. I will never forget you tho i never met you. You were bold & funny & sympathetic. No broadcaster will ever match your originality. I hope you are at peace. My sympathies to your family. The entire country is talking about you, Bernadette, Limerick

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  By bernadette lyons on 2nd May 2010

• rest in peace

  

  popular in life , irreplaceable in death . R.I.P. gerry . you will be watchin over your family and freinds always , i know. our thoughts are with your family and partner at this sad time.

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  By cathal keeshan on 2nd May 2010

• you did us proud

  

  Gerry,

  Thanks for the many years you gave us of your life, your legecy will remain for may years to come. God bless your family and friends at this time.

  Bye

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  By breda o riordan on 2nd May 2010

• Listening to my homeland

  

  
  Over the years I have listened to the Gerry Ryan Show online in Cairns, Australia. His chat show always entertained me and listening to his shows helped me feel I lived at home in my homeland. May he rest in peace.

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  By Vincent O'Flaherty on 2nd May 2010

• My thoughts are with your family

  

  
  Rest in Peace Gerry..I will miss you desperately. Never before have I been as affected on the death of someone I didn't even know. You will always be in my heart Gerry - my mornings will never be the same. I feel like I want to ring YOU about this tradgedy. I'm heartbroken. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends at this awful time.

  Mary Gaffney

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  By Mary Gaffney on 2nd May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time.

  will miss your voice across the airwaves , loved your paper reviews and will miss you every morning , You were a part of daily life and will be missed it was as if we all knew you although never meeting

  RIP Gerry x

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  By Anne Keys on 2nd May 2010

• My friend in the morning

  

  Gerry especially in the recent past made me feel good in the mornings on mornings when I did not feel good about anything.........who is going to cheer me up now????

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  By Terry Treacy on 2nd May 2010

• sorrow

  

  My thoughts go to the ryan family Gerry will be very muched missed by all of Ireland

  Joan xxx

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  By joan. on 2nd May 2010

• Empty Mornings

  

  Mornings will never be the same ... Gerry you will certainly be missed

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  By christina sieber on 2nd May 2010

• R.I.P.

  

  Heartfelt sympathy to your wife and children and partner.God bless you Gerry, may you Rest in Peace......
  and the Ryan line is now closed...... XXX

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  By Annemarie langton on 2nd May 2010

• R.I.P.

  

  Heartfelt sympathy to your wife and children and partner.God bless you Gerry, may you Rest in Peace......
  and the Ryan line is now closed...... XXX

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  By Annemarie langton on 2nd May 2010

• Without Knowing Him, I knew him

  

  It is sad that you have passed away. A leading light fighting with words against our own injustices.

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  By david nolan on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry

  

  
  Gerry ya where such a legend man, I cannot believe your gone. Wherever ya are im sure your making it a better place. 9-12 will never be the same again your replacement will need very big feet to fill your shoes. I will miss your voice in my van. RIP Buddy.

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  By Paul McCabe on 2nd May 2010

• The Greatest Man on Radio has passed on to a greater cause

  

  
  I loved your wit, your compassion, and your intelligence. Will miss your banter

  May you Rest In peace

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  By Bridie Cox on 2nd May 2010

• Farewell

  

  I grew up listening to Gerry, and he was one of the voices of my generation. He was in my head. I thought he would have made an excellent Late Late front man, And I will fondly remember his stepping in for Pat Kenny. To his family and friends, I can only say that we all share your sadness.

  A Constantant reader.

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  By Gerard Jordan on 2nd May 2010

• SADLY MISSED

  

  MR GERRY RYAN, YOU WILL BE SADLY MISSED & MORNINGS WILL NOT BE THE SAME WITH OUT YOU... RIP x

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  By corina mc daid on 2nd May 2010

• Another bright star in heaven tonight

  

  Having moved to Canada 5 years ago i sadly left behind what was my favourite time of day "The Gerry Ryan Show", Monday to Friday. I spoke to Gerry once or twice on his programme and he was caring, attentive and respectful, always a listner. My heart breaks for his wife and family who are suffering such a loss today, my thoughts are with you all. RIP Gerry, you are a man of the people, forever.

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  By Teresa Leavey on 2nd May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  Really sorry to haer of Gerrys passing. He was one of a kind, Absolutly loved his show. My heart goes out to his family and close friends. He will be sadly missed. Kate

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  By Kate Connolly on 2nd May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Even though we never met, it felt like we were great friends. I live in the Middle East and listened to you every morning, you were like a slice of 'home' in my kitchen far away. You will be missed beyond words. My prayers are with your family and children. God bless you always and THANK YOU for being YOU x

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  By orla hollingsworth on 2nd May 2010

• GERRY

  

  GOD BLESS & REST IN PEACE X

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  By mary mac, donegal on 2nd May 2010

• so sad your gone

  

  I can't believe that you're gone

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  By geraldine burke on 2nd May 2010

• I regret your passing immensely...

  

  Your voice, your humour, your sincerity, your ability to have a finger on the pulse of the nation, your boldness (only in the nicest way), you endeared yourself to the people of Ireland and beyond.

  My sincerest heart-felt sympathies to Mohra and your children, and what a terrific legacy you have left them.

  Rest In Peace, legend.

  Heather, Sligo

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  By Heather, Sligo on 2nd May 2010

• May you rest in peace Gerry

  

  Gerry I will miss you on the radio every day the show was always lively and anything was likely to happen. The biggest loss is the government will not get any more grief from you on their policies as you saw it from the peoples perspective.

  You will be missed

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  By Ger O'Connor on 2nd May 2010

• A friendly voice from home.

  

  Even though I've lived abroad for many years I never missed you show. Every morning I listened to you via streaming on the computer, I laughed, I cried, you kept me company and brought back memories of my childhood and my gran listening to you in the kitchen every morning while making soda bread. I did the same. While at work I listened to you, at home I took the computer into the kitchen and listened to you and while travelling I always have your podcasts on the ipod. I even got to speak on the show once, when you sent people to cover the "house of the future" expo in Milan. You'll be sorely missed Gerry. You brought a ray of light, some company and help to the people who listened to you. May you continue to joke and laugh and play pratical jokes on us from above. My thoughts and prayers are with you family and friends.

  Teresa Grimaldi and family

  Italy

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  By Teresa Kelly Grimaldi on 2nd May 2010

• THE PEOPLES CHAMPION

  

  
  I'm a truck driver from Northern Ireland I just couldn't wait untill Gerry came on in the morning. When Gerry was fighting your case you had a world champion in your corner.

  My heart goes out to Gerry's family.

  God Bless

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  By Gary, Northern Ireland on 2nd May 2010

• A bright light has gone out...

  

  Sincere condolences to Gerrys family, partner and friends.

  I grew up listening to you and overy the years you made me laugh (on many manyoccasions), cry and informed and educated me. I wil miss you with me in the mornings as I do my housework, you were a light in so many peoples lives. I still cant believe that light has gone out...RIP Gerry. Gone but never forgotten xx HMcCabe

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  By H McCabe on 2nd May 2010

• Endearingly insecure in private

  

  ....like many other 'larger than life' on-air characters Gerry, 'endearingly insecure in private' was the thing that made us love you....rest in peace & 'give the Saints a break ...will ye!'

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  By mackie clark on 2nd May 2010

• The ryan line is close , :(

  

  
  my condolense to the Ryan family and to all his followfans/friends and listener's.

  Ireland has lost a legend.

  Gerry Ryan(Gone but never to be forgotten)

  RIP

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  By seanmckevitt on 2nd May 2010

• Rip Gerry

  

  Gerry, thank you for many years of fun, debate & controversy. My sympathies to your family, friends & colleagues.

  Sleep now.

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  By Loretto Scully on 2nd May 2010

• REST IN PEACE GERRY

  

  For ever in our thoughts. Rest In Peace big man.

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  By Miriam Gorman on 2nd May 2010

• Mornings...

  

  
  Mornings became my favourite part of the day...working in retail the past 10 years, I looked forward to Gerrys morning show, the topics,the laughs,and the controversial+bold conversations espically.

  He brightened up my mornings,and hundreds of thousands of other peoples. He will be deeply missed xx

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  By s.mcnamara on 2nd May 2010

• Will be greatly missed...

  

  Gerry Ryan every morning on the radio he was part of my daily routine I loved him for what he was an outspoken, caring and a very funny man.I will dearly miss my morning friend. God Bless xoxo

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  By Rachel Gorman on 2nd May 2010

• Missing you

  

  Life for me will never be the same again. My morning friend R.I.P. Sincere sympathy also to your wonderful children and family

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  By Michaela on 2nd May 2010

• THank God for Internet

  

  
  I will miss listening to Gerry. I always thanked God for the Internet that brought a bit of home to Germany. I listened any chance i got to Gerry. It made ironing a welcome job. Rest in peace Gerry & Thank You.

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  By Maeve Asple Frerichs on 2nd May 2010

• legend

  

  Kept me entertained for many a boring work day. Genuinely upset.

  RIP to a legend of Irish Media.

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  By Gary on 2nd May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  
  What sad news. You were such good fun and one of a kind. Ireland Radio will never be the same.

  My thoughts are with your family and friends.

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  By Sandra Redmond on 2nd May 2010

• Listening from San Francisco

  

  I first learned how important this show was to life in Ireland in a book called 'Round Ireland with Fridge. Since then I've done my best work with it streaming in the backround of whatever I'm doing. What I loved about this show was the way real problems were solved: my favorite shows were:

  one Christmas time when a woman wanted to make a crackling roast but couldn't find what she needed to do it. Then a butcher called in from down the country and a hand off of the necessary was all arranged on air. Likewise, when some tourists, Italian I think, lost there b&b (could happen to anyone) it was found on the Gerry Ryan Show.

  Listening made me feel part of the community of everyday Ireland and it's hard to imagine that anything else can replace that.

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  By Mary Long on 2nd May 2010

• Sympathies from Alaska

  

  Will be sadly missed on the internet airwaves in Chugiak Alaska. What a boost to my day, your voice reminded me of home.

  Claire Connelly

  Formerly, Bantry, West Cork

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  By Claire Connelly, Alaska on 2nd May 2010

• to jerry

  Dublin in the 90s with Jerry on the radio what magic and absolute crazy fun I had in my life back then, Our days of Joy,a beautiful life see ye Ger RIP....peter newman .SYDNEY

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  By peter newman on 2nd May 2010

• Never afraid

  

  What a terrible loss to us all. Living in Oz now, but have great memories of bringing the kids to school and listening to you on the way home. When I visit Dublin first thing I do is put you on in the car.

  Gone but never forgotten

  Ursula

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  By Ursula Donnelly on 2nd May 2010

• Never afraid

  

  What a terrible loss to us all. Living in Oz now, but have great memories of bringing the kids to school and listening to you on the way home. When I visit Dublin first thing I do is put you on in the car.

  Gone but never forgotten

  Ursula

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  By Ursula Donnelly on 2nd May 2010

• a supporter of life

  

  dear gerry --i heard today far acros the world in oz of your untimely death ---

  you were a great help in my promoting pleasants factory in dublin, to help young unknown artists to get their first break in their careers --

  i regret your passing immensely, i wish you great sailing on heavens' wine dark sea.

  luke whitington

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  By luke Whitington on 2nd May 2010

• A reason to tune in,,

  

  gerry

  you were the reason i would listen to the radio,,funny, straight,informing,, you made me smile,,made me cry,made me feel not alone in the world,,even when your critics got on your case,,you kept your smiling face,,,shall never forget our BEST DJ,,

  RIP GERRY

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  By Evan Mcloughlin on 2nd May 2010

• you lived your life to the full and it looked like you loved every minute of it!

  

  Condolances to Gerry's family and friends,it is so sad that such a talented person with so much to offer would die so young, he was just so much fun and larger than life. Gerry you will be sadly missed by us all

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  By sheila on 2nd May 2010

• Shocked and saddened by the news

  

  Although I left Ireland in the late eighties, I remember many of the incidents now being recalled. Gerry was a "rebel" in every sense of the word and brought a bit of fun to a depressed Ireland at that time. If it's any consosation to his family, they can be assured that he left his mark and brought happiness to the lives of many people who needed it at the time. R.I.P.

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  By P. J. Kirwan (Abu Dhabi) on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry ,thanks for the memories

  

  We will miss you wit and humor, In New York it was always a pleasure to tune into Ryan line, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, RIP Gerry

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  By P.J.Burke on 2nd May 2010

• Gerry Ryan Died

  

  Gerry Ryan died yesterday. He is still dead today and the hardest part is that he will still be dead on Monday morning.

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  By Barry McDonagh on 2nd May 2010

• Farewell Gerry and Thanks

  

  Thanks for the good listening and banter on my trips to Ireland. I learnt a lot about Ireland and it's systems by listening to your show.

  Sincere thoughts for family and friends.

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  By Judith - Melb. Australia on 2nd May 2010

• With love from Toronto

  

  Gerry,

  You're part of my daily routine here in Toronto, my link to home, listening to your show each day. I grew up listening to you too and it was shocking to hear of your passing. Life just won't be the same. My sincere condolences to all of your family & friends. RIP Gerry, you're already missed

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  By Alan on 2nd May 2010

• Continue to watch over us..RIP Gerry x

  

  Gerry - you were such a joy to have in our lives. You took our thoughts and our feelings and made them worthy. It's always heartbreaking to hear of the death of someone in their prime and I am so glad of the opportunity to be able to wish you well on your next journey. My deepest sympathies to your family and friends who have lost a dear friend but who been kind enough to share their own experiences of life with you so that we, who knew you only though the airwaves, are allowed to celebrate your life and grieve your passing. You will be sorely missed. Sleep tight, Gerry. We will think of you always and have no doubt that you will be forever in our hearts xx

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  By Claire on 2nd May 2010

• RIP Gerry you be missed. you were the best. RIP.

  

  gerry you be missed. god bless. you were the best. RIP.

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  By John Teahan on 1st May 2010

• Gone but Never Forgotten, True Friends Never Part.

  

  Gerry, this is all wrong, us talking about you when it is normally you telling us the big news stories of the day. You were my partner in the kitchen, the car ,the gym. You made me laugh uncontrollably and on some occasions,cry too. There were days I couldn't get out of the car at Dunnes to do the shoppingfor fear of missing some part of your show.I will miss you and the Ryan Showso much it is frightening. I can't imagine how your poor family and partner are coping when someone like me whom you never met is so devastated at your loss. Gerry you were one in a million. From someone who considered you to be a true friend, Rest in Peace. My tears are still flowing for you.

  Love,

  Assumpta Gaffney, Cork.

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  By Assumpta Gaffney on 1st May 2010

• Mr Gerry Ryan

  

  You filled many a morning in my life with company, entertainment and fun. I never felt alone at home with your voice booming out from the radio. I have had to miss so much work in recent years because of a serious illness, and while the rest of the world worked and went to school, I always had company at home with the Gerry Ryan show in the morning.. I laughed a lot and learned a lot..You will be missed so much. God Bless you and your family Gerry. Rest in Peace.

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  By Paula on 1st May 2010

• A LEDGEND DEARLY MISSED

  

  still cant believe it.I live outside of ireland and listened to your show every morning. you made me laugh and cry. Who will i now share my cuppa with in the mornng?

  Deepest sympathy to your ex wife, children and partner in this difficult time.

  xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx x

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  By norma o'connor on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace.

  

  May you rest in peace Gerry. Thanks for the many belly laughs and interesting debates that you have given to me and the rest of the publiclistening to your show over the years. Sincere sympathy to your wife and children. Too young to be taken from this life.

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  By Claire Couch, Australia on 1st May 2010

• You'll be so sadly missed Gerry

  

  So sorry to hear the sad passing of Gerry Ryan , Our sad loss heaven's gain, Our thoughts and prayers are with Gerry's family and partner at this sad time, RIP Gerry may heaven be your bed as you sleep in peace with the angles and all those who have gone on

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  By Mary on 1st May 2010

• OUR RADIO STAR

  
  l Leave my house every morning at ten past nine. Drop my youngest to the childminder, drop the older two children to school. Get back into my car, take a deep breath, turn on the car radio and listen to my friend. Then I drive 20 miles to work, with my friend. What will I do next Tuesday, probably the exact same bar the last part, and my day has changed forever. I work in a "bank" which is tough these days but listening to Gerry kind of psyched me up for the day. Will miss you like a part of my family and condolences to your family and friends.

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  By Marie, Tuam, Co.Galway on 1st May 2010

• Dear Gerry

  

  The brightest star to ever be heard on Irish Radio...listening to you in the mornings was as compulsorya task as getting dressed. I was deeply saddened to hear of your death yesterday.You kept me companydriving to college and every dayI'd end up being late!I admired everything about you especially your zest for life and your empathy for others.I will always keep a special place for you in my heart because you my friendwere the real deal and a true gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, may you rest in peace

  xxx xxx

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  By Fiona Crowley on 1st May 2010

• Gone too soon

  

  I can't believe that you're gone

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  By Val on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  You have been an integral part of my life for so long. I just dont know what I am going to do now!!! I don't have many friends, I've lost my job in the last year and my link with your show has been my life line. You will be sorely missed!!

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  By Verity Payne on 1st May 2010

• Clontarf looses a Son

  

  As a fellow former resident of Kincora Ave Clontarf, best of luck in your new world Gerry....You did us proud..!!.You've nothing to prove now, all you have to do is watch over your Kids...All the best..

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  By Michael Fehily on 1st May 2010

• so sorry

  even though i now live in new zealand i was sad to hear of the death of gerry ryan he used to make my day at work i listenend to him every morning he was the highlight of my day.he will be sadly missed by everyone

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  By jennifer kennedy on 1st May 2010

• Split opinion

  Like him or Loathe him, Gerry Ryan became an institution in Irish Broadcasting. Splitting hairs and opinions where he went. To some an institution, others and irritation, but all will agree, a sadder place the airwaves are without him.

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  By David Cranny on 1st May 2010

• Sadly missed

  

  Rest in peace Gerry. I will miss your company in the mornings. My condolences to your family and friends. Phyl x

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  By phyl monaghan on 1st May 2010

• R I P Gerry you were a genius.

  

  I Listened to you on Thursday and thought to myself it was so true what Twink said the day before , if you were working in the U S A You would have been on so much more money , and worth every penny ! you were so funny talking about supermarkets not doing the packing ! when a lady rang to say she liked to do her own packing , you asked could you hire her to do yours , another lady rang to say Superquinn packed the shopping , so you said now thats where Im doing my shopping from now on, you were at your best ever so what a shock we all got on Friday . praying for all your family God Bless you will never be replaced.

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  By Antoinette Edwards on 1st May 2010

• Mr. Gerry Ryan

  

  Like thousands of other people, i started my work day off listening to you. Just the other week you were counselling a man who had split with his wife over his verbal abuse and you picked up this mans depression and gave him hope. You were like the irish Dr. Phil but better. M thoughts and prayers are with your wife, children and partner. R.I.P.

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  By mary harte on 1st May 2010

• Gerry

  

  You will be as missed as you were loved and respected.

  Elena

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  By Elena Kenny on 1st May 2010

• r i p gerry

  

  rest in peace gerry remember you in eighties with dave fanning on 2fm late nights always spoke his mind sympathy to wife and kids life is cruel

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  By john sauvage on 1st May 2010

• Missing you already

  

  Ireland was transformed with you behind the mike Gerry. You will be missed. Your family and partner are in my prayers.

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  By Micheál Mac Diarmada on 1st May 2010

• "Wish you were here Gerry"

  

  
  People like you Gerry only come once in a life time, u are unique, irreplacable - there is, only ever, one Gerry Ryan. As much as I try my tears are like a malfunctioning tap, they just won't stop, and I don't want this tap fixed. Going to miss u so much, I wish this was a bad dream or a really good aprils fool. Lifeis cruel. We will forever miss you me 'ole pal. Love She (the babe) xxxxx

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  By Sheena on 1st May 2010

• rest in peace

  

  Jerry Ryan was a human being, justlike everyone else, don'tturn him into a God.Now he has goneface to face beforehis God just like we all will one day so I guess the message is "Be ready forHe may come like a thief in the night" just as He has promisedus He will in 1 Thessalonians 5:2. MayJerry rest in the peace of Christ.Sincere sympathy tohis children.

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  By Veronica on 1st May 2010

• The One and Only Mr. G. Ryan.

  

  R.I.P. Gerry, you will be greatly missed, mornings on 2fm will never be the same again, you set a standard that will be hard to follow. Your legacy will live on for decades.
  

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  By Caroline Keogh on 1st May 2010

• So Sad....

  

  You were part of my day, Gerry. Such tragic news. Will miss you and your wonderful show. R.I.P. Anne

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  By Anne Geraghty on 1st May 2010

• The Ryan line is no longer

  

  So sorry to hear of you passing Gerry- what a talented guy always so full of life and energy every morn on the radio. You will be missed.May you rest in peace.

  I hope from up above you can help your family through this huge loss xxxx

  Pamela O' Loughlin

  Ennis

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  By Pamela O'Loughlin on 1st May 2010

• Forever in our thoughts.

  

  Gerry,

  I am so sad at the news of your passing. Over the years I have listened to you show and I have shed tears of laughter and sadness at the stories you told. You've touched the hearts of so many people and despite that fact that many people never met you, you were like a dear friend to all of them. I have no doubt you will keep those in heaven highly entertained and amused. My thoughts are with your family at this sad time. May you rest in peace.

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  By Katie on 1st May 2010

• We'll miss you!

  

  Gerry,

  Who am I going to listen to when I go to bedat night now? You were what Ireland is all about! R.I.P.

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  By Nicky Osborne on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P GERRY

  

  r.i.p gerry sadly missed dont know who ill listen 2 in the morning

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  By antoinette bermingham on 1st May 2010

• Gonna Miss Gerry Ryan

  

  
  I never met Gerry Ryan but he spoke to me every morning on the radio. The Ryan line will never be open again.

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  By Mick on 1st May 2010

• Rest in peace Gerry

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time.May God be with your family in this difficult time.

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  By IREEN BYRNE on 1st May 2010

• gerry rip

  

  i was shocked to hear the sad news yesterday gerry. I listened to you a lot and really enjoyed how brave you were and how you spoke your mind. I loved your sense of fun and how you saw the bigger picture in life. rip gerry. jackie

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  By jackie on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  Untimely ripped from broadcasting and Ireland.

  I started listening to you back in the early eighties when you were on at night and many of the bands I love I was introduced to throught your medium. Been a fan of the Ryan show since its inception in 1988.

  God needed a commentator in Heaven. He wanted the best!

  Enjoy your new career in the Great Radio Station in the Sky!

  RIP Gerry.

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  By morgan mcmonagle on 1st May 2010

• RIP M Ryan

  I grew up listening to you on 2fm, I have since moved away but always listened to you on the drive from Shannon to my Parents home and durning my stays there.

  Will miss you on my next trip

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  By Orla McGowan- Fassilis on 1st May 2010

• God bless you and your family

  I am so sad for you and your family Gerry. i have a great sense of how much you loved them and i never even met you. I have a candle lighting here for you. God be good to you, you brightened so many lives.

  -melissa

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  By Melissa G. Moore on 1st May 2010

• "You'll see a wrinkling between the breasts"

  And I did indeed.

  My granny always found you embarrassing in the doctor's waiting room, but I´m very saddened to hear of your passing.

  Ciao.

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  By Al Thompson on 1st May 2010

• Sympathy from all at Coláiste Dhúlaigh

  

  To Charlotte and family. We are thinking of you at this sad time.

  Ray Coleman and all from Communications and Media Production.

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  By Ray Coleman on 1st May 2010

• Thanks for the entertainment & the laughter.

  

  Your poor kids Gerry, you seemed like a brilliant father to them, I'm sure wherever you are, if you can, your praying that they're not in too much pain, I hope they can draw some small comfort in the huge show of love people had for you, may you rest in peace.

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  By Christopher Rosaleen Quinn on 1st May 2010

• Gerry,

  

  My morning will never be the same again without you in my house from 9 - 12 each weekday. I'm so shock and saddened by the news of your sudden death. RIP

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  By Louise Buckley on 1st May 2010

• Shocked and sad.. no one can replace Gerry Ryan

  I can't believe the big man is gone.

  Living in Italy, I used to tune into Gerry's programme on my PC just to to hear an Irish accent and to enjoy his inimitable way with people during his show. It brought me back home...

  So sad for his family that he was taken from them so suddenly.

  Makes me want to live every day like it is my last... I think he would like that to be his legacy for his listeners...

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  By Derval O'Neill on 1st May 2010

• rest in peace Gerry

  

  I cant believe your gone I was so shocked whenheard I regarded you a dear friend even though we never met you are so missed you got me through some very hard days.

  Love Linda xx

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  By linda on 1st May 2010

• Goodnight Gerry

  

  Am so very sorry to hear about Gerrys untimely passing. Remember being in boarding school listening to the night train on radios we werent supposed to have and trying to stifle the laughter so the nuns wouldnt hearus. Seems like a different world now but he is so entangled with my youth and adolescence that I feel I have lost a big chunk of that too yesterday. He was a jester but sometimes his wit and intelligence were absolutely sublime and for that I am grateful. Will be sorely missed x Anne

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  By A Phelan on 1st May 2010

• So sad, so shockd

  I just would not believe it yesterday when my sister texted me at 3.30 to say Jerry was dead, I had been listening to Joe Duffey until 3.00. I work in an after school, so I was in class when the news broke, it was awful, I felt I had lost a member of my family, and I had to stay in school until 6.00, I couldnt wait to turn on the radio in my car on the way home, it took until then to believe he really was dead. The late late show was excellent lastnight, I cried all through it, because you could see they were all shocked.

  Good bye Jerry no one will be able to replace you

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  By Catherine Horan on 1st May 2010

• Sympathy to Gerry's family.

  

  From all at Coláiste Dhúlaigh our sympathy goes out to Lottie and family on their loss.

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  By Ray Coleman on 1st May 2010

• Cant believe it

  

  Cant believe you wont be there on Monday.

  You truly were one of a kind.

  For some reason God decided to take one of our greats.It would seemhe just couldnt wait to meet you in person.

  Well make sure he has abig glass of your favourite tipple waiting for you, cause you deserve it buddy!

  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  Kevin.

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  By Kevin Dale on 1st May 2010

• in heaven

  

  The Gerry Ryan Show continues in Heaven.God rest your soul Gerry. Miss You Forever. Your avid listener Michael

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  By Michael on 1st May 2010

• our lives will never be the same

  

  you were with us every morning you started our day it wont be the same we miss you.x

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  By kathy oneill on 1st May 2010

• Tragic, Such a loss for his family, friends,colleagues and all irish people

  

  My most sincere condolences to Gerry Ryan's wife, children, partner, family and friends. It is truly a tragedy and even I, who only ever had the opportunity of knowing him through the media, feel such a loss, that I cannot even imagine how overwhelming the loss will be to his family and those close to him. He had a big personality, charmingly irreverent and an ability to engage on all levels with rich and poor, educated and uneducated. I am so sad and will miss him dearly - he was truly one of a kind.

  Deepest sympathies, Mary

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  By Mary on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P JERRY RYAN

  

  You will be as missed as you were loved and respected. hope you have met up with your mother and father .I cant believe your gone.

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  By mary o sullivan on 1st May 2010

• It shouldn't have been you....

  

  When I heard that you had died yesterday afternoon, I thought that it was just a load of cod, however upon checking the RTE website, I discovered that it was all too true. Those who know me will know that I have oftencriticized your work on the radio and the opinions that you expressed during your career.However, regardless of the topic of discussion, I always had, and always will have, the upmost respect for you. You brought to the radio a type of energy that no-one will ever be able to replace. Pretty soon, as time goes on, you'll be replaced by another, new recruit, and while I wish him or her all the best, I know that weekday mornings will just never be the same again.

  RIP Gerry, we'll miss you.

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  By Rocky Blackstar on 1st May 2010

• Rest in peace Gerry

  

  Our thoughts & prayers are with the whole family & all colleagues & friendsat this sad time. Gerry may you rest in peace you will be greatly missed.

  Regards Edel Cahill & Mark Gleeson

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  By Edel Cahill,Mark Gleeson on 1st May 2010

• rip gerry

  gone to the big radio station in the sky gerry you kept me in touch with home looked forward to your show every morning here in manchester will miss your banter rip gerry your a big loss to ireland slan leath gerry

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  By dermot redmond on 1st May 2010

• Thanks For Everything

  

  Gerry,

  The mornings will never be the same again You were the business. Who will I get my Christmas dinner recipie from now ? Rest in peace and keep them on their toes up above.

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  By Fearmor on 1st May 2010

• Forever in Our Hearts

  

  You are a shining star in the universe now...just as you were here on earth.

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  By Geraldine Linnane on 1st May 2010

• that beats banagher

  

  dear gerry today i cried because i will never get to meet you personally to tell you in person how much i admired and respected you as a human being .clontarf wont be the same without you .my condolences to moira and the kids at this very difficult time.goodbye and god bless gerry .denny mc grath clontarf

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  By denis mc grath on 1st May 2010

• Thank you for the good times and the bad

  

  Its going to be tough turning on the radio to find someone else is filling his slot. It will not be easy for me as I spent my early adult life listening to him. You were the link between the rich snobs and the scummy in society, young and old and where everyones friend always there at the turn of a dial in car, home or internet. Thank you for all the serious debates and the nonsense and as long as we remember the times where people helped each other out of mishaps through your show, that bit of Ireland that makes Ireland great will never ever die. To his kids, you had a wonderful father

  Goodbye to a friend

  Paul from Louth aged 24

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  By Paul Govern on 1st May 2010

• We will miss you Gerry

  

  Gerry, you made our marnnings buy entertaing and educating us.

  M. Kashwa

  From Egypt

  

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  By Mahmoud Kashwa on 1st May 2010

• I have lost a friend

  

  After hearing this terrible news I feel like I have lost a dear friend who I can unashamedly say as a 54 year old man that I had a great empathy with gerry and i will miss him on my travels around the country in my car. The journeys were always shorter with Gerry . Rest in Peace Gerry and my sincere sympathies to your wife and children and you partner

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  By Joe O'Mahony on 1st May 2010

• Rest In Peace Jerry

  

  
  Every summer I go home to Donegal from Chicago I always listened to your morning show It will not be the same this year I hope you are at peace and would not change places with us to daY mAY THE LORD HAVE MERCY ON YOUR SOUL

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  By maire on 1st May 2010

• Legend

  

  The word legend is used sometimes too often but not in the case of Gerry Ryan. You have been an inspiration to the thousands of people in Ireland through the years and you will never be forgotten, RIP Gerry, heaven is a better place with you now up there.

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  By Tom on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  RIP Gerry, listened to your every morning for years. The day wont be the same with out you. My thoughts are with your family and friends at this sad time. RIP.

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  By Joann Murphy on 1st May 2010

• Sorry

  

  Sorry to hear of your passing.

  Grew up with you on the radio.

  You will be missed.........

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  By Damo on 1st May 2010

• in the arms of the angels

  

  my thoughts are with gerrys loved ones, may he guard over them and help them come to terms with what has happened, he is very much around them in spirit, they will feel his love, they are being guided a blessed by their guardian angels, may they always protect a love and give you the strength to carry on as Gerry wanted.

  angels blessings to all concerned Lx

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  By Linda on 1st May 2010

• Gerry

  You will be missed dearly, may you rest in peace and our thoughts are with you family and loved ones,,,

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  By Joann and Garry Dennis on 1st May 2010

• The Red Strokes man

  

  Gerry, you brought Ireland more than songs, you brought us love when things were wrong, you brought us Garth who stood tall, but none could match you most of all. from daz r.i.p.

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  By darren mcshane on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P.

  

  I heard about his untimely death last night. I was in so much shock. And I still am.

  Gerry Ryan was a broadcasting & DJ legend. Although I haven't seen his shows (being English with Irish ancestry) but his radio show was second to none. He was an honest & very witty man.

  My thoughts are with his family right now. R.I.P. Gerry Ryan, gone but certainly not forgotten!!
  

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  By Lynda Woodhouse on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  

  Thanks for brightening our mornings

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  By Bernadette on 1st May 2010

• A tribute to the King of Ireland..

  

  
  Gerry, you brought the world into my Mayo cottage. I fee like I've lost a relative! You were brave and fearless and went where angels feared to tread. You gave EVERYONE a voice and laughed in the face of beauracracy..

  YOU'RE A TRUE LEGEND AND WILL NEVER BE REPLACED..

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  By Michelle Daly on 1st May 2010

• Dear Gerry RIP

  

  Even though I didn't know you I felt I did. You were an institution and I will miss your clever insight into many things.

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  By John Forristal on 1st May 2010

• Interesting, fun, irreverent

  

  Surprised at your passing so suddenly and so soon, Gerry. You did your job well and seemed to make it enjoyable for everyone who liked your style. I'm sure you enjoyed your life as best you could and that's the best anyone can do. We know not the time and the hour. We must learn to take our health seriously, when we feel unwell, otherwise we may not get a 2nd chance. Condolences to you family and also your partner who will likewise grieve you. That is life and we must remember, be inspired and continue on. On to the next phase of the eternal life as many before and will do you and after you. God speed Gerry. You will be missed, with many memories, photos, feelings. But you will be remembered. Seo, Dublin

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  By Seo Catháin on 1st May 2010

• cant you are dead

  you cheered me up when I needed it

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  By geraldine Willoughby on 1st May 2010

• Karen

  
  RIP Gerry, You will be missed loads. Like everyone I feel as if I know you. I grew up with you on the radio. Im 22 now and I can still remember hearing you in the background at my dentist appointments when I was nervously waiting in the waiting room. You were far to young to die. Im sad too that you were on your own when you died. At least you can rest in peace knowing you had so many people who thought so highly of you. Enjoy yourself in heavenX

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  By Karen Doyle on 1st May 2010

• For ever in our thoughts

  When I first come to Ireland in 2007, I wasn't familiar with any of the radio stations. I just turned on my radio one day and my attention was taken by a very pleasant , kind but strong and deep voice. I was very surprised about the discussion that was going on at time. I was thinking who is this man , who dears to speaks that openly on the radio. Next day I was searching to find the same radio station to listen to that man I heard the day before and the next day , and the next day, and the next day and that every single day. Suddenly I realised that I am looking forward to listen to him every day and I felt sorry the show finished so quickly. I was shocked yesterday when I turned on my radio to hear that Gerry Ryan died. You will be very much missed, nobody will replace you. RIP.

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  By Elizabeth on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P Jerry Ryan

  

  
  So sad you have left this world. My thoughts are with your family and this very upsetting time.

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  By Charlotte Hanley on 1st May 2010

• Goodbye for now brother "Gerry"

  

  Dearest Gerry,

  So sad to have to say farewell, you were the funniest and wittiest man I ever knew and loved on radio.

  Miss U.

  Aileen xx

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  By Aileen Collins on 1st May 2010

• The day God took you away

  

  
  Gerry you will be sadly missed but never forgotten you were loved by all God Bless rest in peace

  Maura

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  By maura farnan on 1st May 2010

• The day God took you away

  

  
  Gerry you will be sadly missed but never forgotten you were loved by all God Bless rest in peace

  Maura

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  By maura farnan on 1st May 2010

• We will miss you so much

  

  Radio will never be the same again.Miss you alreadyx

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  By Carmel Caswell on 1st May 2010

• rest in peace gerry

  

  so hard to believe that Gerry is gone it so sad ...
  my heart goes out to his family ...& Melanie

  rest in peace Gerry

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  By geraldine kelly on 1st May 2010

• Still groovin on a sunday afternoon

  

  I never liked school or studying, but Gerry kep me going through the Sunday afternoons with Groovin.....many years & relaxed Sunday's later I still fondly recall Groovin and will so for many years to come

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  By Matisyahu Kelleher on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan Tribute Song

  

  My deepest sympathies to all of Gerry's family, friends and colleagues.Sometimes the only way to convey an emotion is to put it in song.I wrote this song to express the sadness of such a huge loss but also to remember the happy times.

  Rest in Peace, you will be missed.

  Here is my Tribute:

  http://www.youtube. com/watch?v= 1fXKUaaIUbc

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  By paul on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Gerry

  I really can't believe you are gone. Even though I am now living in NY, you were my daily connection to home. You spoke your mind, and that was what I loved most about you. I am truly in shock, and my heart goes out to your family, especially your kids whom you so obviously adored. My only consolation is that you will have them all on the floor of heaven with your stories ( I know how much you enjoyed him Seamus!). RIP Gerry, we will all miss you dearly.

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  By Cathy O'Donnell on 1st May 2010

• much love jerry

  jerry i hope you are looking down at us nowand just seeing how much we loved you and enjoyed listening to you every morning. over the years i have laughed and i have cried with the countless stories that were covered,you were a brave,remarkable witty,clever and most importantly kind,loving man.you will be greatly missed now and for a very very long time to come.rest in peace gerry x x x

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  By paulne,k on 1st May 2010

• Thanks for the memories

  

  As a student in Ireland in the 80's, I feel in love with Gerry's wit listening to "Lights out with Gerry Ryan" and the live shows broadcast from the Virgin Megastore in Dublin.

  When working in Paris on for Euro Disney in 91', I had the honor of being interviewed by you on your morning show. I still treasure that recording today. When I actually got to meet you in April 92' when you came Paris for the opening of Euro Disney, I thought all my dreams had come true but when you asked me to visit you at RTE the next time I was in Dublin, i couldn't believe it. You were a man of your word and I will treasure the day that you let me watch you do you show live and the tour you gave me of the radio center including getting to see Gay's chair .

  I remained a loyal fan even when I moved to live in the US in 94. You will be sadly missed. RIP

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  By Denis Horgan on 1st May 2010

• GONE TOO SOON

  

  My thoughts and prayers are with the Ryan family and Gerry's extented family and friends at such a sad time......I feel Gerry was my friend too even though i didn't know him.....every morning he gave something of himself, be it what he was up to the night before or some loving story about his family......his humour charm and wisdom have got me through lots of days.......monday mornings will never be the same again........sleep well Gerry.....your memory will live on in the hearts of all irish housewives who you championed .....xxxx

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  By Leonne Kelleher on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  Gerry whenever I was feeling the worst I could always rely on you to make me smile. Who can I rely on now? No one at RTE could ever take your place your shoes are too big to fill.

  I loved you in life for your humour, wit and entertainment.

  May you rest in peace dear Gerry you will be sadly missed

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  By June Grant on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends at this time. Rest in Peace Gerry the world is dimmer without you today.

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  By Janette on 1st May 2010

• Mr Irreverance

  

  One thing I will about you Gerry, you spoke for all of us, a pain at times but you gave it when it mattered....your witty competitions I will always remember, guess the vegetable, the formula one races done by impersontaning the sound of the cars on track, hilarious, never been done before, for your intelligence, tenacity, wit, and honesty, you will always be a force to be reckoned with, RIP, may the souls and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace....Amen!!

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  By Aine from Limerick on 1st May 2010

• RESTIN PEACE GERRY

  

  GERRY YOU ARE A BIG LOSS TO THIS COUNTRY PLEASE LOOK DOWN ON US ALL AND HELP US KEEP THE FAITH FOR A BETTERCOUNTRY LOOK AFTER YOUR FAMILY AS THE HAVE A VERY TOUGH ROAD AHEAD OF THEM OVER THE COMING WEEK ,MONTHS AND YEARS GOD BLESS YOU IT IS TRUE WHAT THEY SAY GOD ONLY TAKES THE BEST

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  By shirley on 1st May 2010

• Captiva Island , Gulf Of Mexico USA

  

  I was never a fan of Gerry Ryan and in my 22 year daily commute from the suburbs to my City job in Dublin ,I never listened to him .

  Our paths crossed in the most unusual of places ..a resort in one of the most beautiful Islands you can imagine , where I was having a meal in Japanese steak house after work and he was vacationing with Morah and the children and having the same experierence .He was right next to me and as soon as I heard his voice I knew who it was immediately even though I was living in the US for over 7 years at that time( 2003)and was not used to seeing images or pictures of him .

  I triednot to talk to him at all , but before long he was asking me something about the forthcoming Hurricane season ...and the rest is history .

  My previous dislike and prejudice toward him evaporated and what was amazing was the fact that we had so many common acquaintainces .

  Morah and the children were charming and I was very much engaged by the "nice ' Dublin accents the children had ... I rarely here one in this area .

  Anyway , we had great 'craic " and I went away with a very ,very view of the man I previously disliked intensely .

  Go Mbeidh air a ainm dilis

  Donal

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  By donal dowling on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  I feel like I have lost a best friend, one whom I never even met,my mornings will never be the same again...

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  By Vivienne Hammond on 1st May 2010

• Loss of a link

  

  I emigrated in 1992 so I had been listening to Gerry for a couple of years as a student. In the late 80s early 90s he was a breath of fresh air almost a foretaste of a stronger, more liberal, more confident Ireland. Unashamedly brash and bold was not something that came comfortable to us Irish but it was to Gerry. The real pull to his radio show was it wad like listening to and having a conversation with. Friend. When I emigrated it was one of the things along with taytos and the late late show I missed about Ireland. I loved listening to him when I wss back in Ireland it was a real sign I was at home ! Then came the Internet - it was/is fabulous it shrank the world and I could listen to Gerry whenever I had a day off or catch up on his best bits on a Saturday morning. It made home seem closer. Days off, holidays at home and saturday mornings will never be the same ad that massive link to the Ireland I know is gone and boy will I miss him farewell Gerry I wish I had called the Ryanline and now that it is closed we will never get that chance again Lord have mercy on his soul xxx

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  By Bernard Charles on 1st May 2010

• Gerry RIP

  

  Gerry you were the best . You are sadly missed already..RIP

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  By Catherine Molloy on 1st May 2010

• the friend I never met

  

  Gerry, shocked and saddened to hear of your passing. May you Rest in Peace! Anyone who ever heard your show is at a loss. Take care my friend!

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  By Tom F on 1st May 2010

• your gods dj now

  

  to the ryan family,

  your husband,dad,brother, and friend is now in gods studio ,now the heavens will hear him mon-fri from 9-12.

  we were blessed to have been around to hear a legend every morning,

  r.i.p.gerry

  from the o'sullivan,s in belmullet co mayo.

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  By the o sullivan family mayo on 1st May 2010

• A truly great Presenter, Broadcaster and Human Being

  Gerry Our thoughts and prayers are with you and for you and we pray that you will shake up Heaven when you arrive. Your voice became part of my life as I drove to Work and It was always interesting, controversial sometimes and most of all fun. It was great to laugh with you and your audience. It is sad that you were alone when you died. You brought so much fun and laughter to so many as well as helping and reaching out to so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends at this time. Great Professional. Great Broadcaster. You will never be replaced. Rest in Peace

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  By Marian Moore on 1st May 2010

• dearly loved and missed

  

  Rest in Peace

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  By paula Linnane on 1st May 2010

• SORROW WITHOUT THE HYPE!

  

  It was with sorrow I heard of Gerry Ryan's sudden and untimely death. He was a husband who left his wife of many years for another woman who had left her husband. And he was a father of six children whom he loved and they surely loved him. But he was a fallible human being like the rest of us and not a secular saint or a saint of any kind. So please! cut the hype and the iconizing!

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  By Michael O'Byrne on 1st May 2010

• Still in Shock

  

  Gerry, cannot believe you're gone, everyone is talking about you. You'll never be forgotten by all of us who turned on the G Ryan show every morning after the school run.....I cried this morning listening to Fiona Looney and the girls on your tribute show. May you Rest in Peace. My thoughts are with Morah and your children and your family in 2FM.

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  By Michelle Doyle on 1st May 2010

• Good bye Gerry & sleep tight

  

  I will mess you Gerry every morning, it will never be the same, I won't be able to do my house work with out your voice. Love Eileen Elliot, Cork

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  By Eileen Elliot, Cork. on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends at this time. Rest in Peace Gerry the world is dimmer without you today.

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  By Janette on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  I grew up listening to you. You will be missed. RIP xx

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  By Kelly Brady on 1st May 2010

• gone but never forgotten

  

  I had the pleasure of meeting you many times on our flights. You were always a delight to deal with and so funny at times you always cheered the crew up... May you rest in peace

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  By rowena dolan on 1st May 2010

• Ah Gerry...

  

  You will be missed by so many but knowing you you'll have them all in stitches up there. It will be some party. Prayers and thoughts are with you and your Family....miss you

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  By Tracey Meighan on 1st May 2010

• So sorry

  

  Gerry

  I am heartbroken to think of life without The Gerry Ryan Show, you have been a huge part of my mornings. I even had the pleasure of talking to you on air, I was so excited that day. I hope you lived your life to the full and that you were as happy as you made most of Ireland with your wonderful personality. I wish your children love and understanding and the strength to carry on.

  I am here in disbelief - never to hear your voice again or be entertained by you.

  R.I.P. and be free like an angel.

  Valerie.

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  By Valerie on 1st May 2010

• The day the music stopped

  

  Gerry

  April 30th was the day the Music stopped for us here in Ireland ,You were the voice of the working class, may the angles keep you safe,and may your family be know your love still surrounds them.R.I.P

  Brian & Pam O Neill

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  By Brian Pam O Neill on 1st May 2010

• 16 years after Eurovision

  

  Little did we all know that on the 16th anniversary of the night you presented The Eurovision song contest, you would again be in thethoughts and minds of so many people in Ireland and throughout the world Gerry. You died 16 years to the day and went to your eternal glory !May you rest in Peace.

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  By Ann Reynolds on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  To say I am in shock is an understatment. Gerry you were the best and Ireland will be lost without you. I would listen to you as much as I could each morning and you always brought a smile or tear to my face. My heart goes out to your close friends and family.

  Rest In Peace Gerry

  Love Paul

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  By Paul Giles on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  You will be greatly missed , when home in Ireland visiting I would always have you on in the car on way from airport it was a sign that I was home again... God speed.......... RIP

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  By Brenda Casey, Boston on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  In the worst moments of my life I could always rely on you Gerry to make me smile. Who's going to do that now? No one in RTE could ever fill your shoes.

  I loved you in life and I'll miss you terribly

  May you rest in peace you've earned your eternal rest

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  By June Grant on 1st May 2010

• Hope and intelligence

  

  Although I have not a drop of Irish blood in my veins, I have no need of it to realize what my Ireland have lost with Gerry's passing. He was part of the collective conscience and maybe part of the solution for the mess Eireann is in. Even if I am just one of the thousends of foreigners that lived there and left with a dismissal note under my arm for the safety of my own land, and now missing terribly the warmth of the Irish, I am hoping that his passing serves to mark a turning point in the crisis, a wake up call to ye, a reminder of what you are and the life ye all represent to the world.

  My deepest condolences to the family.

  Santiago Flores.

  Valparaíso, CHILE

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  By Santiago FLORES on 1st May 2010

• REST IN PEACE GERRY

  

  REST IN PEACE GERRY

  YOU WILL BE GRAETLY MISSED

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time

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  By shirley on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P. Gerry

  

  
  You will be missed so much Gerry. Rest In Peace. Condolences to the Ryan family. I will pray for you and ask that God is with you and gives you strength in this sad time.

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  By Kate McCann on 1st May 2010

• a revolutionary

  

  I'm still expecting to turn on the radio monday morning and hear gerry. For the last 3 years I commuted to college and he was the passenger next to me in the car. He was a friend he could be serious, sympathetic, funny and most importantly so personal. Some say they felt like they knew him I say we did know him he held nothing back nothing was too shocking to talk about he knew no boundaries. He appealed to everyone no matter colour class or wealth you felt he was speaking for you and to you. He led a short life but a full one and I don't think he would have changed a thing he enjoyed the best of everything. Its unfortunated to do it now he is not with us anymore it should have been done when he was alive but he should be honoured for his contribution to Irish radio. He is a figure who's absence will highlight how important he was to so many. For his children they can be proud that their father was an extraordinary man.

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  By sonya spollen on 1st May 2010

• Loss of a National Treasure

  

  RIP Gerry. Mornings will never be quitethe same again. Your passing has left a void in the homes of so many people even though most of us never met you, we felt we knew you and you knew us. Love and hugs to your beautiful family in their sadness. Rest in Peace.BC

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  By Bridgid Cunniffe, Athlone on 1st May 2010

• Thank you for sharing your talent with us

  

  It’s not a good day today, and for Gerry Ryan it was his last. Ireland and its people have lost a unique talent and a special person who could tell it as it was. I really looked forward to listening to your show as it brightened up the day and you said exactly what was on your mind (my mind sometimes as well). Not alwa...ys right or “pc” but that’s what I liked, you weren’t afraid to get it wrong. We shared the same age and I thought I’d grow old listing to you. You made me laugh, you made me listen, above all you made me think. You had the ability to understand, articulate and express how you felt in a language that came so naturally to you. Thank you for sharing your talent with us. I lift a glass to you, Cheers, rest in peace.

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  By Brian Priestley on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan A Great Loss to Ireland

  

  G Ryan RIP...I did not know you personally but have listened to you for past 20 yrs on morning radio im 37now my morning will not be the same without having a listen to what ya had to say .you always put a smile on my face.

  MayGod look after your family at this hard time ...

  sleep well

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  By clodagh on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace .

  

  
  Deepest sympathy to Gerrys wife and family and many friends on his death, may he rest in peace,

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  By martie shiel on 1st May 2010

• Thanks ..

  

  In 1997 I was back in Dublin for major surgery. Your morning talk show made me smile and focus on many things other than my pain. Thank you for that ..... Rest ...

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  By Geli Maynard on 1st May 2010

• Hope your at the big mixing desk in heaven!

  

  Gerry...What can we say? You lit up our lives in many ways that people could never have imagined. Your memory will last even longer among all the people you took under your wing over the years and years of advice and assistance. Well done for living the fruitfull life you did and including us in it!

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  By Liam Keane on 1st May 2010

• RIP x

  

  I only found out late last night, I was and still am completely shocked. Gerry will be hugely missed, such an icon. Deepest sympathy to his family and friends. Sleep well xx

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  By Emma on 1st May 2010

• Lord have mercy on Gerry Ryan

  

  may the lord have mercy on you jerry and ma He give peace and strength to your wife and family God on the Ryan confidential there will be some questions asked WE loved you on earth and we will love you in Heven

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  By O SULLIVAN family Caherciveen and maynooth on 1st May 2010

• The great social entertainer

  Gerry Ryan, was not only one of the greatest entertainers of Irish public life. He was a key personality in the social modernisation of Ireland over the quarter century. He confronted and tackled social issues, where no else dared venture. Both his wit and banter will be sorely missed in these difficult times. I offer my sincerest condolences to his family and friends.

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  By John De Roche on 1st May 2010

• From me to you, 'til then.

  

  I cried quiet tears for you this morning Gerry, while doing the ironing, listening to the 2fm tribute show. You have been a companion to me for many years. I will miss yourvoice in the mornings as I potter around the house. I didn't actually realisehow highly I regarded you until, sadly, I know I will hear you no more. There are alot of housewives around the country who feel as I do. Bereaved. Rest in peace x.

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  By Cathriona O'Connell on 1st May 2010

• Radio will never be the same.

  
  Holidays home from Bahrain will never be the same, I used to actually enjoy my morning kitchen chores listening to Gerry. I remember having to pull over while I was driving as I laughed at his banter with a female collegue. Its like 'someone up there' has it in for Ireland, now depriving us of the wonderful Gerry Ryan. RIP Gerry.

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  By Dearbhla Hannigan on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Gerry, you were truly one-of-a-kind, a man with such talent who managed to get Irish people to talk openly and candidly. Your natural demeanour made people love you and you will always be remembered. May your kind words and brilliance continue to shine in the hearts of those who loved you dearly. Go ndéana Dia trócaire ar d'anam.

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  By Shane on 1st May 2010

• Good bye Jerry.

  

  There are no words.You will be missed jerryvery much.The mornings wont be the same.Our thoughts go to your family and friends and workmates.R.I.P Jerry.xxxx

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  By caroline higgins on 1st May 2010

• Everlasting Life

  

  I knew you not only as a friendly, charming & raw & real flamboyant character from radio & TV but closer to home.You were my neighbour (that didn't know me= ) from around the corner, driving that old wine mercedes here in Clontarf, a devoted parent that I saw at every Girl's Brigade display when Lottie was a little girl and you have left an unforgettable impact on the Irish nation- a nation who mourn you deeper than so many who have gone before you. Your memory will live on with me as you died yesterday, on my birthday, two weeks to the day after my own Dad passed away. There is a Bigger picture in all this chaos, I believe. May your family be comforted the way my family have been and may we all celebrate your life & achievements here on earth as you go to meet your Maker in Heaven.You will live on in our minds, our ♥s & in our lives.

  (ps- Please say hello to my dad, Derek up there too... I love & miss him)

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  By Jenny Belle on 1st May 2010

• So Sad for Ireland

  It will be a sad day for the Irish people when we wont be able to turn on to hear what Gerry has been up to and who he has been talking to on Monday.

  So many years of entertaining us, so sad not to have it anymore.

  May the people who love him and were loved by him find peace.

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  By Sharon Allen, France on 1st May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  I've just logged on form Aberdeen and seen this shocking news. Gerry, like many others your voice was in the kitchen throughout most of my life. I listened online 2 weeks ago and it was great to be taken back to those childhood days if only for a couple of hours in work in Aberdeen. All the best mate, I hope the big fella is ready for his toughest interview yet. Rest in Peace, You and your family are in our prayers.

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  By Damien Whearty on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P. Gerry

  

  
  RIP. Gerry, You have gone from this life, on to another,Youwill be sadley missed all over the globe,My Week day morning's have now changed for ever, no one will ever fill your shoes, you broughtsunshine into my kitchen every morning, no words can express the sadness every one is feeling, God bless your family at this time. R.I.P.

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  By Patricia on 1st May 2010

• chicago

  

  Always had a good laugh with Gerry when he came to Smith & Wollensky in Chicago.God bless him

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  By pat o connor on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Many things to say, and maybe there's more we should have done, but for now we'll have to content ourselves with a goodbye and the good thought that is you.

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  By Jenny O'Brien on 1st May 2010

• Brilliant interviewer

  

  Gerry had the gift of empathy with his interviewees. I have never forgotten an hour-long radio interview he did with Pete Waterman, the songwriter. Gerry was so enthusiastic and engaged in that interview that Waterman was clearly charmed. Gerry did not approach an interview with a list of questions to be ploughed through no matter what the interviewee said. He listened and asked intelligent questions based on what he was hearing. He was a giant of radio, among the best this country has ever produced. In its own way, his morning show was as unique and culturally significant as Gay Byrne's. Alas, he won't be around as long as Gay to continue to brighten up our lives.

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  By Jim on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  For ever in our thoughts may god bless you and keep you safe.

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  By karen fehily on 1st May 2010

• i still cant believe it

  

  mornings will be so strange not having you on the radio. now the government will be able to ge away with what ever they want without you pressurizing them :) RIP

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  By eamon on 1st May 2010

• UNIQUE TALENT

  

  For me Gerry was unique.He had the very best kind of Irish humour..........a messer,a windup artist and he could always turn a bad situation/story into a way where it would be seen ina more positive light.He would make you laugh out loud when at times we should have been cross or crying.He could start an interview with a woman calling in about her lost cat and somehow or other the conversation would go to women's underwear or something saucy.He was what we call "a gas man"

  God Bless his family and friends.Rest in Peace Gerry

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  By Clare Hanley on 1st May 2010

• Rest In Peace

  

  You inspired me through all the years and I thank you for filling my heart with your wit, advice and sincerity. Thank You and Rest With The Angels.

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  By Bernie Godfrey, Chicago on 1st May 2010

• Everyones Friend

  

  Will miss you G.Ryan my mornings will never be the same. You were my friendfor the last 22yrs even though we never met. you were there in good times and bad. God bless you and Gerry you were the best and everyones friend. Rest in Peace.

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  By Maria on 1st May 2010

• True Ambasador

  

  Many years ago searching for "our roots" in a rented car, my daughter Meg and I discovered RTE on the radio but more importantly we discovered Gerry Ryan. He was simply our first welcome to Ireland as we laughed and listened and learned about the adventures and misadventures of the people and lore of the place.We found a treasure trove of relatives in the Castlebar area and return every year but next month it won't be the same without our guide and friend. The Yanks will sorely miss him.

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  By Marty Gavin, Boston, MA on 1st May 2010

• My Radio Friend

  

  You will be as missed as you were loved and respected.

  Over the years Gerry you Entertained, Enriched and Gave so Very Very Much through your Radio Show.

  It was Tricky, Challengeing, Thought Provokeing at

  times....But Never Never, Dull Eh! By your Hard Works and Sustained Programmes Ability to not only Reach Out....But Always, To Entertain Us You gave Us All so very very much.

  God Bless and Whatever Lays Ahead it will be I'm Sure Something Very Special.

  Rest In Peace x

  Tomas VD Kirken

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  By Tomas Kirken on 1st May 2010

• God bless Gerry

  

  I don't cry very often but I cried when I read some of these tributes. I had not heard his show for a while but I grew up listening to Gerry. A sad loss for Ireland. RIP Gerry.

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  By JP on 1st May 2010

• Rest in peace

  Thank you Gerry for brightening my life. May you rest in peace

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  By Judith Dowling on 1st May 2010

• STORY OF A LIFE

  

  
  You dont know what you have till its gone ,in gerrys case thats definetly true ,Love him or hate him you could not ignore him ,great voice for radio and changed radio for good ,will be sadly missed .thouhts to day with his wife children family frieds ,only a dream away he will never die.

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  By tom kelleher on 1st May 2010

• Rest in peace

  Thank you Gerry for brightening my life. May you rest in peace

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  By Judith Dowling on 1st May 2010

• Sad in Berlin...

  

  Only found out last night that Gerry Ryan is gone. Absolutely gutted. Use to listen to him religiously EVERY morning online from 9-12 as part of my routine here in Berlin to stay sane and in-touch with Ireland… I’m very, very sad. Will be totally lost without him here now in the mornings. Going to seriously miss him and his voice and the whole show. He truly cared for his listeners. Thoughts and prayers to his close friends and whole family. I’m so sad. I miss you Gerry. Love Richie

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  By Richie on 1st May 2010

• Rip Gerry Ryan

  

  Gerry what a beautiful set of foot prints you left,all anybody can wish for in this life is to be loved and you were

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  By trish norris on 1st May 2010

• sad day for radio listeners

  

  Shocked to hear this sad news this morning. Loved listening to Gerry on the internet over here in the USA and on the radio in ireland. Enjoyed his relaxed way with callers, letting them speak and even allowing silences in the conversation, something not enjoyed over here. Condolences to his family and friends. Patricia.

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  By patricia mcdevitt on 1st May 2010

• Legend of The Airwaves

  

  The kitchens and workplaces of Ireland will never hear your like again. I completed my apprenticship in Dublin 20years ago, listening to you Gerry got me through some cold tough mornings in Dublins north wall. Today in Perth Australia, with a heavy heart, i listened to your tribute show. I can't believe your gone

  RestIn Peace

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  By Bernard on 1st May 2010

• to Gerry

  
  I'm the same age as you Gerry and every morning going to work I used to listen to your paper preview. I knew what was happening for the day. I always enjoyed your comments and I thought you always said exactly what I was thinking. There was no bull, just plain straight talk. Will miss you cos the odd day that you weren't on the radio, I didn't bother listening to your replacement. Just not the same. xx

  Catherine

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  By Catherine on 1st May 2010

• Your sense of humour inspired the nation

  

  You kept the nation smiling every weekday. You will be missed for your wonderful contribution to this country.

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  By Mary Walsh O'Shea on 1st May 2010

• Goodbye

  I am 28 and have listened to Gerrys for YEARS. I can not belive he is gone, I feel so sad for his family, I really felt like I knew him, and I guess thats what was great about him. Who is going to be my friend in the morning traffic now? Who will challange the big issues and try shake up the status quo? Goodbye Gerry and thank you! Ill pray for you!!

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  By David King on 1st May 2010

• God bless Gerry

  

  i hope you are entertaining all in heaven as you did on earth. you were taken too young. bring strength and comfort to your family and friends left behind xx

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  By Trish on 1st May 2010

• THE KING OF THE RADIO

  

  GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN.GERRY U WERE SIMPLY THE BEST AT THE JOB.NOBODY CAN EVER REPLACE YOU. YOUR INTELLIGENCE,WIT, HOMOUR AND OF COURSE HONESTY.IM STILL TRYING TO COME TO TERMS THAT YOUR GONE,MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

  BRID IN BELGIUM XX

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  By A TRAGIC LOSS OF A HERO.BRID on 1st May 2010

• Gerry my deepest sympathy

  

  Thankyou for the laughter, you had a rare talent and you will be missed dearly

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  By Caroline Maguire on 1st May 2010

• gerry rest in peace

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time

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  By kathleen mcmahon co limerick on 1st May 2010

• Rest in peace Gerry

  

  Such sad news - Irish radio has just lost one of its most colourful, entertaining and intelligent personalities. He was a source of inspiration for many and will be mourned and sadly missed by the nation.

  Our deepest sympathy to his wife and children, his partner, family, work colleagues and friends.

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  By Marian and Cliona Hensey on 1st May 2010

• Gone,but will never be forgotten!!.XPAT IN BELGIUM

  

  You brought sunshine to my day, when it was dreary and raining outside. You brought laughter,fun and homour into my kitchen.As an expat i will miss u as nobody can ever replace your wit,charm and charisma.I will miss u so much,words can not explain.My heart goes out to Moira and your 5 lovely children,and your recent girldfriend.My thoughts will always be with u.RIP.

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  By A TRAGIC LOSS OF A HERO.BRID on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  

  Words can't express how much Gerry will be missed. He will be remembered forever as one of Ireland's Legends. My thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time. God bless you Gerry xxx

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  By Sarah on 1st May 2010

• rest in peace

  

  I can't believe that you're gone.my mornings will never be the same again.

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  By anne kennedy on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Didn't always agree with you, often turned off vowing never to tune into you again. Always came back to you though. Thanks for the memories, RIP.

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  By Fran keating on 1st May 2010

• A Legend Lost

  

  Gerry, you made me laugh and smile daily, some days you drove me crazy, yesterday you made me cry. I feel like I've lost a friend..the morning's will never be the same without....You are a Legend and will not be forgotten.

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  By Laura, Tralee on 1st May 2010

• jerry

  

  
  If there was one person our country needed at this troubled time it was jerry ryan

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  By paul on 1st May 2010

• Our Forever Friend

  

  I laughed with you-I cried with you. You always gave people hope when despair took hold and youtaught us that are always rainbows within our grasp.

  We have all lost a good friend...

  Always remembered!

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  By Stella Bates on 1st May 2010

• Very sad Loss

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time, especially Gerry's children, they has lost a devoted dad.

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  By Marie on 1st May 2010

• What a loss

  
  i've lives abroad for the last 9 years but everytime Im home I listen to Gerry Ryan, just listening to his show makes me smile, I am due to travel to Dublin in 2 weeks and can't believe I won't be listening to his show, what a losss.

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  By louise kerins on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry - a friend without ever meeting

  

  Its soooooo hard to believe. Many a conversation i had with my radio over whateve!! Will miss you in my mornings Gerry. My thoughts and prayers are with your family xxxxxx You were a legend of our times you'll never be forgotten by those who loved you xxxxx

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  By Beverley Gannon on 1st May 2010

• Part of my mornings is missing!!! R.I.P Gerry Ryan!!!!!!

  

  What can i say than am still in shock since yesterday evening when i had the new on RTE 1. 6.01pm new. Am a nigeria lady leaving in Abbeyleix Co.laois. I look forward to hearing his voice every morning because he played a major role in my recovery during my difficult movement about family and personal issues. Just listening to his advice on issue helped me to correct alot of things about my way of life. I cryed that a gen like u is gone so soon. Because u always brought laughter & Joy to others while u are on earth. My sincere empathy to ur family & friends both at work. May your gentle soul rest in perfert peace!Gerry.

  GLADDYS OLAIYA

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  By Gladdys Olaiya on 1st May 2010

• our radios will be forever silent from now on

  

  heartfelf condolences to all Gerrys family.His death is a devastaing loss to all of us who loved to listen to his show every day. Our radios will be forever silent from now on.......... GOD BLESS, GERRY, AND REST IN PEACE. XXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  By tina o'connell on 1st May 2010

• A deep hole

  

  It feels like someone has ripped the heart out of Irish radio and society and the chest is bleeding badly.

  Thanks for it all brave Gerry, the laughs and especially being someone to say so many obvious things that no-one else dared to say. We all owe you big time. Rest now mate.

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  By Patrick J.O'Rourke on 1st May 2010

• RIP

  

  Rip Gerry Ryan

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  By Helena on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry.

  

  Gerry will be very sadly missed by hundreds of thousands of Irish people. He had oceans of energy, massive empathy and fantastic listening skills. He totally rejected the awful "P.C" society that contains and restricts many of us, and in doing so, he served the greater good. He was an enlightened soul, who cheered us up on dull Monday mornings for many decades. He shocked, entertained,and conforted many. He sometimesannoyed some but he was human. Sincere condolances to his wife, children, partner and wider family. Rest in peace. Mary Leahy (Galway)

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  By Mary Leahy on 1st May 2010

• Missed by us all

  

  
  Gerry you will leave a massive void in the lives of so many people both here in Ireland and abroad. Memories are all we have now and I will cherish the memory of you phoning me on the morning of my wedding day in 2002 - such fun we had! Embedded forever on the wedding DVD! Rest in Peace. Prayerful thoughts from us to your family and close friends.

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  By Sinead Buckley Quinn on 1st May 2010

• The Daddy of Broadcasting

  

  It was with terrible sadness that I learned of the tragic news of your passing. Why, why, why, why........ A man in his prime with so much more to give in his professional life and personal life. You have left big boots to be filled. But they never will be as there was only 1 Gerry Ryan. Rest in peace.

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  By Irene Ryan, Cork on 1st May 2010

• Mornings will never be the same

  

  
  You were every housewife's secret affair every morning. We had you to keep us company and give us a laugh on our dark days. You will be sadly missed and were such a nice man on air and off. It was a priviledge to meet you and Morning Radio will not be the same anymore. RIP Gerry.

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  By Joanne D on 1st May 2010

• So Sad

  

  I feel I have lost a very good friend - I am overwhelmed with such an intense feeling of loss. My heart goes out to his family and friends. The airwaves have lost a Broadcaster of immense talent. R.I.P. Gerry

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  By Una Cafferkey on 1st May 2010

• Missing you already G Ryan

  

  Thank you Gerry for filling my kitchen with laughter every morning..my housework will beboring without you. Rest in peace, goodbye dear friend. I will miss you.

  Linda xxxx

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  By Linda xx on 1st May 2010

• Legend

  

  Mr ryan may you rest in peace.

  A man how said what he felt and did it too

  a legend in irish broadcasting.The ryan line will be missed.

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  By daniel corcoran on 1st May 2010

• RIP

  

  You will be sadly missed Gerry - Your charm, wit, and honesty. R I P

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  By Sharon Ellison on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  As an ex pat living in Belgium 11 years, your voice, honesty,charm and intellingence will sadly be missed by me on internet. My irish on-air listening will never be the same again,nobody can ever replace your charm and charisma.My thoughts are with Moira and the children,also your recent girlfriend, at this very sad time.RIP Gerry.

  Brid.

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  By A TRAGIC LOSS OF A HERO.BRID on 1st May 2010

• Angel

  

  Angel......An immortal being attendant upon God; a very kind lovable person; a helping or guiding spirit.

  Gerry, an Angel gone from this life to another.

  A lifelong friend, though we never met, I will miss you forever.

  May you Rest in Peace.

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  By Anita O'Loughlin on 1st May 2010

• Sadly missed.

  

  Gerry this is such a shock, when I geard on 2fm 4 o clock news yesterday evening I thought No, it must be an older man that worked on 2fm before, but I was wrong.

  My home wont be the same any more no more Gerry to listen to dropping my son to school and no more Santa's Sack!! Nothing will be the same.

  Sleep well Gerry. xxxxx

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  By Niamh on 1st May 2010

• He'll Have the Last Laugh

  

  I practically grew up listening to Gerry Ryan and was shocked to hear the news yesterday. His contribution to broadcasting in Ireland is probably only paralleled by Gay Byrne. Gerry you'll be missed but no doubt as per always, you'll be having the last laugh!

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  By Johneric Leach on 1st May 2010

• Gerry

  

  already missing the best friend that l never met.

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  By Kathleen King on 1st May 2010

• Mornings will never be the same.

  

  I can't believe that you are gone. I will miss you always.

  I have listened to Jerry since I was a teenager. I have listened as I have reared my children. I have laughed and cried while listening to the show and my mornings will nerver be the same i used to miss him when he was on his holidays as i mentioned above mornings will never be the same. My son is the same age as his youngest daughter and my thoughts and prayer s are wiht his family.

  Rest in Peace Jerry you will never be forgotten.

  Sharon xxx.

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  By sharon cullen on 1st May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  Gerry you will be so sadly missed. From the Deverells in Dun Laoghaire and the Morrows in Perth.

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  By Fiona Deverell on 1st May 2010

• RIP The Voice

  

  Where do we go from here Gerry ...how do we fill the void and empty space leftin our cars, kitchens & hearts each morning ? You were our James Dean and more ...

  Ireland's airwaves will never be the same .God keep you safe Gerry and may you rest in peace . Loved and never to be forgotten .

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  By Geraldine Thompson on 1st May 2010

• With respect

  

  
  I first listened to Gerry when he came on after Dave Fanning at 10. I then went on to become a daily listener as I raised 4 children. The show and himself kept me sane at times! Sometimes he drove me mad when I disagreed with an opinion. I listened to the changes in the show and his life as my own life changed. when I started working my initial disappointment was thatI couldn't listen to him. I mark papers in July now and one of the perks of this is that I could listen to Gerry. Disappointment is an understatement. Thou I only met him but once, briefly, when he posed for a hen party photograph after a chance meeting,I will miss him, and find it hard to believe I will not hear his voice on the radio again. My condolences go out to his family and friends.

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  By Louise on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Its so sad to hear that Gerry has passed away. He was a huge part of Irish life and will be sorely missed from the radio. There is no one of his calibre wit or intelligence to take his place on air. And of course its very very sad for his wife and their 5 children to be without such a loving father x

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  By Michelle on 1st May 2010

• rip gerry ryan

  

  sadly missed but never ever forgothen you have left an empty hole in everyones homes rip gerry .xxxx

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  By sharon smith on 1st May 2010

• Goodbye to Irelands Agony Uncle & Teacher

  

  
  Gerry we will miss the sunshine you brought when we turned the radio on. Your charm and knowledge immense. Rest in peace dear friend and thank you for sharing yourself with us - you are among the best x

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  By Doherty Family on 1st May 2010

• Very Generous and Approachable

  

  Myself and my girlfriend met Gerry at the Bernard Dunne fight, i said it was a pleasure meeting him and he said the same to me, i took a photo of him with my girlfriend, he was a true gentleman, the highlight of the night was meeting Gerry Ryan. RIP.

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  By Philip Byrne on 1st May 2010

• Always in our hearts

  Gerry you were a true broadcasting legend and inspiration and an Irish institution. You were intelligent, witty, kind and always with a good heart. The nation loved and respected you. I considered you a friend that I never met. You cheered us up, made us laugh and fought on the side of right and for the ordinary people. We will miss you desperately, may God have mercy on your soul, the Sacred heart of Jesus remember you and may you rest in peace.

  Seán and family, Co. Down

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  By Seán Garland on 1st May 2010

• Slan

  

  I have lived away with my family for over four and half years many difficult and the one consolation and daily compfort from home was listening to you every morning you made me laugh you made me cry you made me feel still conected even though so far away,my hope was always to meet you and just say thank you.I am at loss for the correct words as they really don't and won't represent the full impact you have had not just on myself but on the millions worldwide who just like me anxiously tune in from monday to hear THAT voice, my condolances to your wife and children, to your girlfriend and esp your crew.

  hope the whiskey is waiting for you. xxx

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  By Suzanna Gilmore on 1st May 2010

• Anam Cara

  

  Though we need to weep your loss,
  You dwell in that safe place in our hearts,
  Where no storm or might or pain can reach you.
  Your love was like the dawn
  Brightening over our lives
  Awakening beneath the dark
  A further adventure of colour.
  The sound of your voice
  Found for us
  A new music
  That brightened everything.
  Whatever you enfolded in your gaze
  Quickened in the joy of its being;
  You placed smiles like flowers
  On the altar of the heart.
  Your mind always sparkled
  With wonder at things.
  Though your days here were brief,
  Your spirit was live, awake, complete.
  We look towards each other no longer
  From the old distance of our names;
  Now you dwell inside the rhythm of breath,
  As close to us as we are to ourselves.
  Though we cannot see you with outward eyes,
  We know our soul's gaze is upon your face,
  Smiling back at us from within everything
  To which we bring our best refinement.
  Let us not look for you only in memory,
  Where we would grow lonely without you.
  You would want us to find you in presence,
  Beside us when beauty brightens,
  When kindness glows
  And music echoes eternal tones.
  When orchids brighten the earth,
  Darkest winter has turned to spring;
  May this dark grief flower with hope
  In every heart that loves you.
  May you continue to inspire us:
  To enter each day with a generous heart.
  To serve the call of courage and love
  Until we see your beautiful face again
  In that land where there is no more separation,
  Where all tears will be wiped from our mind,
  And where we will never lose you again.

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  By Reece Kurvink on 1st May 2010

• Deepest Sympathy

  My Deepest Sympathy to Moira and Children and Melanie. He was a burst of life and full of laughs. Did not always listen to his show but you knew he was there if what ever station i was listening got boring. Turn to G. Ryan and you know he would have something on interesting or listening to someones problem and Gerry Would Fix It.

  Gerry, May you rest in Peace. XX

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  By Margaret Sloyan on 1st May 2010

• Rest in peace

  Mornings started with Colm and Jim Jim and then the every funny entertaining didnt know what he was going to do next Gerry Ryan. A huge loss to his family, fiends and colleagues at RTE. Gone but never forgotton, probably causing a storm up in the heavens, rest in peace dear Gerry

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  By Annie Dunne on 1st May 2010

• He was my best friend

  And i never met him

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  By frank on 1st May 2010

• Missing Gerry

  

  Feeling very strange a the moment , Im grieving for someone that never knew I existed ,whom I never met. It's going to be very strange never to hear his voice, the Gerry Ryan show live again. Who will we call now?

  Take care Gerry

  Ethel McVeigh

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  By Gareth Curtis on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P Gerry Ryan

  

  I feel so so sad at this tragic loss of a great friend that I never met but that I listen & laugh & cried with daily,I will miss & never forget you ,you are a LEGEND Gerry Ryan.

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  By Paula Rutherford on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan Voice off the Nation

  

  9-12 will never be the same again. Gerry you where our voice whennoone else would listen. You brought us laughter tears and grief all in 3 hours every day.

  Our prayers and thoughts are with your family and friends who thru you are our family and friends you brought us all together and we will miss you forever together.

  sleep well Gerry the Ryan Line will always be open in our hearts.

  Paddy.

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  By Paddy Grace on 1st May 2010

• xx

  

  Lived in love and died peacefully.

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  By patricia mc grath on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  You were a Legend you entertained us every morning always giving us things to think about though the rest of the day.You will be sadly missed for a long time to come.May you Rest in Peace

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  By Rhonda Nortje on 1st May 2010

• always be in our thoughts

  

  cant belive you are gone you will be sadly missed by all of us may you rest in peace gerry

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  By Maria Fox, RIP U Legend G Ryan on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  Gerry, friend to so somany, part of my life and routine every morning for the past 15 years, you will be sadly missed by all, mydeepest sympathy to your wife and your 5 children who will feel the loss of a fantastic father and friend, may you rest in peace Gerry

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  By Annie Dunne on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  My God, i don`t really know what to say, i knew Gerry Ryan only as a voice on the radio, yet i felt i really did know him, he spoke to his myriad of listeners as if he were in their individual homes with them, a rare talent to have, and sadly a rare talent and a wonderful person we have lost.

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  By Gerry on 1st May 2010

• the buckley family

  

  dearest so sweet did god did you part always rememberd as a song in our hearts

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  By catherinebuckley on 1st May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  May you rest in peace, you kept me company for so many years, thank you

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  By Tina Brady on 1st May 2010

• Master Mediator of the Breakfast Table

  
  Gerry Ryan= Summer Holidays, Sick Days from school, driving to work, leaving Ireland to come to Australia over five years ago,online he was a shining light on the issues gripping Ireland on every week day. Sympathys to the Ryan family.....

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  By Daniel O Halloran on 1st May 2010

• What now Gerry ?

  

  Gerry, last year when I gave birth to my first child I thought that life could get no better then sitting in my armchair, nursing my baby and listening, undisturbed, to you in the mornings. You were with me every morning for 18 years, what now Gerry ?

  You will be missed so much that its impossible to say.

  God keep you by his side and with your beloved parents. xxxx

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  By Una Heffernan on 1st May 2010

• My World is a Sadder Place Today

  
  One of the greatest living Irishmen has gone and I'll really, really miss him. I grew up with him on the radio when living in Fermanagh in the eighties and tuned in each time I came back on holiday and laughed and gasped in equal measure - he was never boring or predictable. He was fantastic.

  Rest in peace, old friend.

  Mark.

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  By Mark Lynch on 1st May 2010

• A Huge Loss

  

  Gerry the world will never be the same. You gave comfort to the nation every morning with the sound of your voice alone. Your humour,opinion and presence is a huge lossto life in ireland. May you rest in peace

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  By Louis on 1st May 2010

• I miss you dearly Gerry.

  

  Friday the 30TH 2010 April I tuned into 2fm not to hear your voice not realizing that dark clouds would soon hang heavy in the sky and in our hearts and the sun we will not see. Gerry you were unique a present to the world and to the people of Ireland.

  With a heavy heart, tears in my eyes and my life so different I want to say a big 'Thank You' for all the joy you brought into my life.I hope one day you will help lift those dark clouds that fill the sky and let the sun shine through especially for your family..Rest in peace.

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  By Maureen O'Donnell Burke on 1st May 2010

• A great man, an undescribable loss

  

  I woke up on Friday expecting to hear the morning papers as inerpreted by Gerry Ryan. When he wasn't there I thought, another head cold blown out of proportion. How wrong I was. I will never forget your voice Gerry, your unique insights, and all the rest. Hope they have nice wine up there...

  Gareth

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  By Gareth Curtis on 1st May 2010

• Such a loss, so sad

  

  
  Iam so very sad about Gerry's death. Listening to his show on satilite radio in Germany brought me back in touch with Ireland and the wit, sense of fun and empathy he brought to my mornings reminded me of what I was missing by living away and played a role my decision to move back here after 22 years abroad.

  With sincere and deeply felt sympathy to his wife and children and his partner, family and friends.

  We are all richer having known him, albeit only though the airwaves.

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  By Cathy Reynolds on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  you were one who entered the kitchens of thousands, accompanied many on their early morning journeys to work or study and brought a smile to the faces of a nation. I cannot believe the next time I am home in Ireland that I will not hear your voice on the radio

  RIP Gerry

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  By Linda Colton on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P Gerry

  

  How my mornings will never be quite the same without the voice of Gerry Ryan on my radio.He really was the champion of the ordinary people and was so in tuned with women!He had such a perfect radio voice,i never got tired of listening to him speak!I just cant imagine the anguish his family are going through at this sad time,but i,m sure they will have so many precious memories that will keep gerry alive in their hearts forever.

  Tracey Bailey may 1st 2010

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  By Tracey Bailey on 1st May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  You made me laugh, you made me cry and sometimes I even shouted at you. You will be missed.

  Catriona

  (the one that was always going ring in but never did....and now never will)

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  By Catriona Plant on 1st May 2010

• note

  

  My prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time .May he rest is Peace.

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  By Marcella Feeney on 1st May 2010

• The People's Champion

  

  Gerry always listened, he was the best listener on Radio. He was the first and only true People's Champion, mornings will never be the same, irreplaceable.

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  By Peter Sexton on 1st May 2010

• More than just a Dj!

  

  On a recent trip down the country I happened to listen to Gerry's morning program.

  A caller gave an account of a problem he had.

  I was one of those incidents of the little man against the powers that be.

  I was struck by how articulate and common sensical Gerry's response was.

  I came to have a new respect for the man as I recognised how important Gerry's role was.

  For that man as for many others he was a listening ear and also the voice of reason.

  In a country that often seems to defy reason and commonsense I mourn the passing of his intelligent voice.

  He will be missed.

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  By Ciaran Rooney on 1st May 2010

• we've lost our icon

  

  couldn't believe when i heard the news of the death of gerry, will be sadly missed every day like a member of the family, sympathies to his family and friends. RIP gerry

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  By joan foley meath on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  May you rest in peace Gerry. You made millions of people laugh. Deepest sympathy to all your family.

  Sean Lawler

  Shevington, Lancashire UK

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  By Sean Lawler on 1st May 2010

• Deepest Sympathy to the Gerry's family, and friends

  

  
  what a devastating loss to his family and friends. Peace be with you all.My sincere condolonces.

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  By Mike Mc Carthy on 1st May 2010

• family first

  

  You showed us all how to live, laugh, make a pig,s ear of things and come out of the other side. You were never patronising, I frequently disagreed with you but you fought daily on air to give people the right to disagree. Our country has suffered one of the worst blows yet.

  When the question of why is answered, I hope your family and friends have the strength, they have the numbers, to cope with the loss that we mere listeners are trying to come to terms with. Thank you for making us all part of your life, and for being part of ours. xx

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  By Fionnuala Byrne and family on 1st May 2010

• Gone to Heaven to keep them all amused up there

  
  You will forever be missed Gerry - cannot believe you are really gone....RIP and thoughts go out to your family too....

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  By Ciara on 1st May 2010

• With Sympathy

  

  
  With sympathy and condolences to relatives and family and friends.

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  By Fred Johnston on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  An inspirationto thousands- who spanned the generations. Weekday mornings will never be the same again. Deepest condolences to his family and friends. RIP

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  By fiona mac dermott on 1st May 2010

• Laughter .. a gift from you Gerry to us ..

  

  Honest, empathic, sincere, funny, intelligent. so many gifts of remembrance to leave in so many peoples memories.

  "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die"

  R.I.P Gerry Ryan

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  By Margaret on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P G. Ryan You Were An Absoulte Legend & Friend

  

  I am so devistated by the death of Gerry Ryan. It felt like someone had told me a close family member had died yeaterday when i heard the news. I looked forward to starting my day of with G Ryan. Everybody is saying things will never be the same. We'll they won't nobody could fill his boots. He was a unique individual. Who will be so, so misses. Good bye friend. I hope your with your mammy in hevan having a drink. R.I.P Mr. G. Ryan. xXx Maria fox

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  By Maria Fox, RIP U Legend G Ryan on 1st May 2010

• saddened by the death of gerry ryan

  my family are so sorry to have heard about the death of gerry ryan, he was as so many people said a brilliant man, who loved his family, RIP,

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  By christine power on 1st May 2010

• life line to ireland

  

  i listened to gerry every morning - you just dont hear that style of chat in england - my radio will not be the same anymore -

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  By SALLY LYNCH on 1st May 2010

• So long dear friend

  

  You went far to soon Gerry. For 23 years you were my morning tonic. The world is a different place today. I will miss you so very, very much xxx

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  By Linda, Wexford on 1st May 2010

• gerry ryan

  rest in peace gerry,

  my condolences to his family and friends

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  By Declan Brady on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Gerry you will be so missed, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.I listened to you every morning and you cheered up my mornings as you did many others. Its such a shame and a waste may you rest in peace xxx Julie

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  By julie Kelly on 1st May 2010

• You will be missed by millions Gerry.

  

  So sorry for all you family and millions of your friends that you have mad over the years. Death is not final, your spirit is with us, so carry on Gerry and have a ball.

  Valerie Anderson, Co. Louth

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  By Valerie Anderson on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P Gerry Ryan

  

  Ireland has lost it's favourite radio star, my heart and prayers are with his children, family and friends. Gerry, you truly will be missed in the world

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  By Caroline Shaw on 1st May 2010

• GERRY RYAN

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time,we will miss you for your good humour and great wit and loved how you were always so straight and up front with even the most sensitive issues.You will be a terrible loss to the whole country. The Murray FAMILY

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  By Mrs. Margaret Murray. on 1st May 2010

• Legend

  I think Gerry was by far the most interesting person to listen to on the radio. The heavy traffic on m50 in the mornings didn't seem so bad when you had Gerry on air. He will be saddly missed..

  Deepest request to his family at this time.

  Darren

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  By Darren Rabbitt on 1st May 2010

• Condolences

  

  
  Gerry,

  May you rest in peace, and my heartfelt condolences to your loved ones, may your spirit and memories help them throught the dark times. R.I.P

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  By Rachael on 1st May 2010

• MY LIFE LINE TO IRELAND

  

  - HE WAS MY LIFELINE TO HOME I LISTENED TO GERRY EVERY MORNING - YOU JUST DONT HEAR HIS STYLE OF CHAT IN ENGLAND.MY RADIO IS NOT THE SAME ANYMORE. RIP

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  By SALLY LYNCH on 1st May 2010

• gerry and family

  

  Many things to say, and maybe there's more we should have done, but for now we'll have to content ourselves with a goodbye and the good thought that is you.

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  By hazel o connell on 1st May 2010

• Farewell

  

  Good bye Gerry - Will miss your voice and wit in the morning....RIP

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  By Pat O'Connor on 1st May 2010

• A Man for all Seasons

  
  I have just listened to the 2fm tribute to you today and the heartbreak and sadness in the presenters and guests voices represent how this nation feels today, you were a friend to many in times of need and we felt you were one of us, you took the time to speak to me on your program last year when I had a crisis and were very kind to me. You will be sadly missed and never forgotten, RIP Gerry and god speed!

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  By Andra Coogan on 1st May 2010

• Why you ?

  

  You were a great man, making so many people happy, you should have been here alot longer. My sympathies to Morah, Melanie, and your children.

  Jennie

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  By Jennie H on 1st May 2010

• The loss of a legend

  

  I grew up listening to Gerry Ryan in the mornings, my mom would have at least 2 radio's on around the house while she carried out her chores. I joked when I moved out of home that I had turned into her as I carried on the tradition of listening to the nations favourite broadcaster every morning. My journey in the car in the mornings will never be the same. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family. The shock and losswe all feel shows what a truly special man Gerry was. RIP

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  By Laura Strephenson on 1st May 2010

• geryy ryan my father my brother my best friend

  

  gerry i dont know what to say only that the shock goin through me is un belivable you have gotten me through so many bad times ur voice every morning helped me smile and laugh as i am a single mum of 3 ur respect for women and mothers through the nation u will never b replaced and greatly missed hearing ur voice on radio this mornin is sureal... i cant belive i wil not b in ur company again until my time comes i do hope to c u then.. i know god is lookin after u well as the whole nation we al thought u were invincibale

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  By hazel o connell on 1st May 2010

• We'll miss you

  

  Gerry, rest in peace big fella, you embodied what is best about this country with your warmth, wit, bombastand sheer humanity. This world will be a duller place without you.

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  By Evan Sullivan on 1st May 2010

• The Old Days

  

  Back in the 80s Gerry used to come on the radio at around 10 pm. I spent my teens listening to him in bed as I drifted off to sleep. He was a comfort to me and I'm sure a generation of Irish teenagers through those years of worrying about exams and growing up. Sleep well now Gerry.

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  By john on 1st May 2010

• Ryan on The Radio

  

  Gerry and Terrance mad! and Gerry with Brenda on a lorry drying her knickers on the wing-mirror some where in France. Do you wipe with wet toilet tissue or dry. He had so many people phone in. Entertainment is Jerry Ryan's Middle name. Ryan on the Radio forever!!!!!

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  By Joe Ennis on 1st May 2010

• Legend

  I think Gerry was by far the most interesting person to listen to on the radio. The heavy traffic on m50 in the mornings didn't seem so bad when you had Gerry on air. He will be saddly missed..

  Deepest request to his family at this time.

  Darren

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  By Darren Rabbitt on 1st May 2010

• Wonderful Man

  
  Gerry you got so many people through the day, you will be Sadly Sadly Missed and Never Replaced. Where will we be without you xxxxx

  May you Rest in Peace Always xxxxx.

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  By Samantha Daly on 1st May 2010

• To a great man

  

  Thank you for all the years of entertaining you will be missed greatly.

  My thoughts are with your family and friends at this sad time.

  May you rest in peace.

  Like everyone else I cannot believe your gone.You will always be remembered as the man who brought so many smiles to so many people.

  Thank you
  

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  By Angela Wright on 1st May 2010

• Great Kindness

  

  Gerry was a man who treated me with great kindness. He was always encouraging and fair.His death is too shocking for words. To his loving family, I send my thougths and prayers.May you be afforded the privacy you deserve to grieve your loss.......Zak Powers

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  By Zak Powers on 1st May 2010

• A Brilliant Character, never be forgotten...

  

  
  Thanks a million Gerry for all the laughs... hope when i pass on god wills it that i follow you up there...and listen to you on the biggest radio station we can ever imagine...The Almighty Father obviously loves you to bits too...

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  By James Kinsella on 1st May 2010

• Rest in peace Gerry

  

  So sad to hear of your passing Gerry, you were one in a million. Sympathies to his beautiful children, wife Moira and his partner. Also his work colleagues and close friends. I lost my dad at a young age and I know how devastating it is to lose someone so wonderful and so important to you. Thanks Gerry, for being you, we were lucky to have you if only for a short time. R.I.P.

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  By Breda Ryan on 1st May 2010

• Gone but Not forgotten.

  

  Gerry was such an intricate part of Irish life for so many of us ordinary people over the years – a true institution, a friend to, a voice and ear for so many people, a shining light. In iothliann Dé go gcastar sinn.

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  By Cathal on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  

  Gerry you will leave a void in the lives of all the irish that will never be replaced.My mornings will never be the same. I grew up listening to you and when I think of my childhood your voice was always ther ein my mams kitchen. I'm more upset at your passing than I ever thought I would be and Im sure loads of irish people feel the same. I'll miss you my friend xx

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  By Joanne Morris on 1st May 2010

• Simply the best

  

  Words cannot express the sadness I felt when I read that you were gone. I cant believe I won't hear your voice again, you were the highlight of my trips to Ireland. Radio will never be the same without you. RIP Gerry.

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  By Anna Mahon on 1st May 2010

• To my friend Gerry

  

  
  From one giant of a man to another, the word of Dylan Thomas eptomise Gerry;

  "Do not go gentle into that good night, Rage, Rage until the dying of the light"

  Rest in peace Gerry you will be missed everyday.

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  By Jenny on 1st May 2010

• Geer Ryan

  

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  There is but one true God, and there was one true Radio star.
  "Gerry Ryan" He was a god to everyone who listened & loved to him share his radio show.
  His passing was untimely, his life was short & he lived it to the full.
  I loved him in the mornings, he was extraordinary; different: Funny
  A true:believer of free speech: A true and loyal Dub & friend of everyone who had a problem to solve and he offered a shoulder to cry on to those that need it:
  One of the greatest broadcasters Ireland / RTE ever had, the likes that will never be heard again on these shores, and nobody should ever or could ever take his place:
  More importantly a Father to 5 children ,A brother to us all.
  May you rest in enternal peace Gerry, your memory will live on forever in the people of Ireland & Your Family of thousands..

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  By Michael O'Grady on 1st May 2010

• Gerry

  

  
  Gerry,

  You were an inspiration to us all, my mornings will never be the same without you. You were larger than life, even during hard times you saw the positive side. May you rest in peace

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  By Patricia Kilmartin on 1st May 2010

• FAREWELL TO A LEGEND

  

  He is gone on the mountain.

  He is lost to the forest.

  Like a summer dried fountain.

  When our need was the sorest.

  The font reappearing.

  from the raindrops shall borrow.

  Butg to us comes no cheering.

  To Duncan no morrow.

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  By TONY FITZPATRICK .CORK on 1st May 2010

• Forever in our kitchens and our hearts.

  

  To all his family and close friends I am so sorry for your loss. My kitchen will be a lonely place in the mornings. WhenI was feeling low with small children running round myfeet, you always gave me a lift, and kept my brain active and up to date on current affairs. Rest in peace.

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  By Rachel O'Malley on 1st May 2010

• gerry my advisor in life

  Gerry was my advisor through life without me even noticein untill my wife and i were talkin about gerry yesterday evening.I just started to see just how often i told people "ah but gerry ryan says" whenimconversation especially my wife,he was in a weird way the best friend i never saw.So as he usually fisished i will finish by saying GOD BLESS.
  PS. Have a large one on me let the party begin....

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  By Sean Sheridan. on 1st May 2010

• Goodbye Friend

  

  
  You will be missed so badly. Claire

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  By Claire Pritchard on 1st May 2010

• ireland's loss

  

  the whole of ireland is mourning the great loss of such a great man....we must send all our love to his poor devasted family, nobody can take their pain away, but i hope they knw they ar never alone:-)

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  By Siobhain Bradley on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  Thank you Gerry for coming into my life every morning. You brightened my day even it had started off under a cloud. Any problem's I had on the day never seemed as bad when I heard your voice. It will never be the same again. My thoughts are with your family and friends. Rest in Peace Gerry. You'll always be in our hearts.

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  By Heather Connolly on 1st May 2010

• Farewell Friend.

  

  How bright that falling star, how dark the darkness now.

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  By Patrick Gilsenan on 1st May 2010

• R Keogh

  

  So sorry to hear this sad news...totally unexpected and devastating. God rest his soul, he was a great personality and gave so many people such happiness with is radio show. RIP

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  By R Keogh on 1st May 2010

• In Loving Memory of a Legend

  

  It is the saddest thing in the world to say goodbye to your Dad, my heart goes out to Gerry and Morahs children as I know the pain of burying a Dad who was the most wonderful person in the world as was Gerry. Rest In Peace Gerry knowing that this country will be there for your children out of respect for you. You will always be remembered. Sleep well

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  By Caroline Dunne on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan was one of the constants of Irish life

  

  . His familiar voice was always there for as long as I can remember. A loss to the nation, no one could ever fill Gerry's shoes.

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  By Leon Ross on 1st May 2010

• Your simpley the best.

  

  in the arms of the angles fly away from here as i know you will.

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  By Anne Rhatigan on 1st May 2010

• SO SAD

  

  Mornings will be quiet without Gerry winding up his callers.

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  By TJ on 1st May 2010

• Sorely missed - a legend

  A legend in broadcasting - sorely missed

  The RyanLine will be open now in heaven.

  God bless you and your family

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  By James Cully on 1st May 2010

• Gerry

  

  My deepest sympathy to Gerry's wife Morah and to his children on their incalculable loss. My sympathy also to his partner and to his work colleagues.

  He was an inspiration to so many to whom he gave the strength to keep going and to keep laughing.

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  By Catherine on 1st May 2010

• Gerry

  

  Gerry we will miss you so much....

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  By june on 1st May 2010

• Rest now we will all miss you you were the voice of a generation

  

  Rest in Peace

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  By gerry brennan on 1st May 2010

• A Bright Star will shine in Heaven!

  

  I am so sad to hear of Gerry's passing our loss is Heaven's gain, hope he had pulled up a chair and is sitting among all his friends in Heaven with a whiskey in one hand and a cigar in the other. Driving will never be the same again you are going to be a hard act to follow. R.I.P.

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  By Caroline Mayo on 1st May 2010

• RIP big man

  

  
  Well mr G Ryan uv only gone and left us "ah gerry ryans not dead" i kept telling myself yesterday but woke up this morning and its finally sunk in.

  Iv laughed with you and cried with you as well you wer such a great listener and could make light of even the saddest story god works in the strangest ways i hope ur up there now with a glass of jameson watching over us all.

  Sleep tight pal u will never be replaced. RIP.

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  By Terry RIP friend sleep well xx on 1st May 2010

• A Bright Star will shine in Heaven!

  

  I am so sad to hear of Gerry's passing our loss is Heaven's gain, hope he had pulled up a chair and is sitting among all his friends in Heaven with a whiskey in one hand and a cigar in the other. Driving will never be the same again you are going to be a hard act to follow. R.I.P.

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  By Caroline Mayo on 1st May 2010

• God Bless Gerry

  

  
  You wer the very best and we will all miss you terribly.

  Rest in peace

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  By Collette on 1st May 2010

• Such a loss.

  

  Mornings will never be the same. You were a very important part of the day.

  You will be very sadly missed Gerry.

  Deepest sympathy to all your family, friends and of course fans.

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  By evelyn power on 1st May 2010

• Always in our loving hearts and smiling in our memories.

  

  I was one of Gerry's many internet listeners,through cordless headphones so as not to miss a show, when we travelled from Bahrain,Hong Kong,Montreal and now Brussels, as I saddened beyond words, listen to The Gerry Tribute,The Ryan Linenow closed forever.For 21years you were part of my life,marriage, family,the good times ,the bad times,the happy times,the sad times as I listened daily or to playback at the weekend.You had many gifts and talents Gerry that you shared with everyonewho were Blessed to have known you.You lived life to the full.You gave us endless Love Truth and Hope.You left no stone unturned.You shared unique and wonderful "You" with us,Thank You Gerry,Rest in Peace.Miss "YOU" Always. Helen O' Carroll, Brussels

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  By Helen O' Carroll on 1st May 2010

• Death of a Broadcasting Legend

  

  
  I nearly crashed the car on the way home from work yesterday when I heard the news. It was so random and unbelieveable. I even thought it might prove to be an outrageous prank, where celebrity deaths are announced via internet and then the celebrity in question has to come out and reassure the public that he still lives and breathes. If only that were the case. My sincere condolences to those who knew and loved him. He will go down inbroadcastingannals as an absolutelegend.

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  By Vera on 1st May 2010

• so sorry

  

  I was so shocked about this news. I use to live in Dublin in the late 80s and early 90s and so uch enjoyed Gerrys show and he really felt like someone I knew and wanted to meet. My deepest sympathy to family, friends and fans. Rosemary

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  By rosemary doherty on 1st May 2010

• Irish people everywhere will be thinking of you

  

  I grew up with you Gerry. Flicking the old bedroom radio between you, Gaybo and Pat Kenny made me realise just how powerful, natural and brilliant we Irishare at communicating. No other country's broadcasters had a patch on us. Thanks for all the laughs,the madness and above all else, speaking your mind. Rest in peace chief and hope the on-air red light is shining brightly upstairs and that you're continuing to question anything and everything!

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  By Phil Fleming on 1st May 2010

• Gerry

  

  so so sad. life is a beach so surf it

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  By Eoin Griffin on 1st May 2010

• a legend

  

  a very entertaining manwho will be truely missed, listened to him all the time and missed his shows when I wasoutside of ireland, RIP gerry

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  By Christopher on 1st May 2010

• absolute legend

  gerry ryan u refreshed our little island every day and ur natural connection to prople was amazingly obvious and hugely consoling as we all fought our way thru our days.. u got us thinking the way we should.. gave us confidence to stand up for ourselves against the suits in our land and enjoy ourselves.. words will never be invented to describe how much u will be missed.. cheers gerry ryan u beautiful man..

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  By john redmond on 1st May 2010

• Shine On.

  

  Your Unique Spark brought Light into many lives on a daily basis.As you continue your journey you will Light up the Cosmos.

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  By Carol Ann Ryan on 1st May 2010

• Gerry you will be badly missed

  RIP Gerry always loved your honesty and arrogance they went so well together. Your views were always from the heart and that's what made you so special. And you always said your mother made a dramatic exit what do you call this!

  Rest in Peace Gerry god bless you will always be in our thoughts

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  By Deirdre on 1st May 2010

• Feel as if someone close to me died

  

  Since hearing the news yesterday I have been so sad. I live in France and listened everyweek to Gerry's podcasts. 2FM in the morning will never be same again. My thoughts are with his family. RIP Gerry.

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  By Sheila on 1st May 2010

• The Voice of a Guardian Angel

  

  The Voice of the voiceless is gone home, he will make a difference in heaven

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  By Nora Murphy on 1st May 2010

• Tragic

  

  Im going to miss you so much Gerry, You hadhuge energy, and had the power to lift a nation every morning for those few hours. Life just wont be the same without you. R.I.P.

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  By Imelda Brereton on 1st May 2010

• Sadly Missed but never forgotton

  

  You were an inspiriation to us all as we listened to you ,laughed with you, Gerry you wereour hero in so many ways. Thoughts and prayers are with your family and all your collegues at RTE.

  Rest in Peace

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  By Mary Hogan on 1st May 2010

• Memories

  

  Bye Gerry,

  As a 6-year old in the mid-80s I started to listen to you in the evenings. I think you were on at 10 o'clock and I had got a clockradio as a present. That was the start of my love of radio.

  Then when you were on in the mornings, I could only listen in school holidays but I always looked forward to it. Think you inspired a certain type of sense of humour and valuable cynicism in me too.

  Opinionated, loathe to be criticised, funny, arrogant but smart- great broadcaster who'll be missed.

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  By Paul McP on 1st May 2010

• gerry you will be missed.

  

  As much as he meant to all his listeners and work colleagues and as much as he will be missed by all of us it is his children and family that will have this huge gaping hole in their lives forever,my thoughts, prayers and love go to the whole family at this sad time.

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  By yvonne duffy and family on 1st May 2010

• A life well lived

  

  Gerry

  You kept me company each day in my car!I commend the great life you led and the happiness you brought to so many lives each day. We salute you and will miss you greatly always.

  You are, to coin a phrase, irreplaceable.

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  By Emer on 1st May 2010

• Truly a legend!

  

  I grew up listening to Gerry Ryan as a young girl, i went away for years travelling and when i returned i was so happy to hear Gerry Ryan going as strong as ever!! It was his show that i would always switch on when i wanted to listen to the radio in the morning. Irreplaceable!! Will miss his wit so much! Rest in Peace Gerry.

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  By Amanda on 1st May 2010

• A friend I never met.

  

  Gerry,you were the understanding friend I'd never met.I enjoyed your irreverence and sense of humour and divilment.But most of all, I admired your sensitive handling of people turning to you for help, when they felt you were the only one to find a way forward for them in their difficulties.I feel that you were a genuinely caring human being, who was passionate in response. You helped many, me included.For that ,and more thank you.Rest in peace Gerry.

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  By Noeleen Ahmed on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Rest in Peace Gerry,

  I admit I didn't always agree with the topics that you discussed on your Radio show but you were a remarkable man who did so much in your short life. You will be greatly missed

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  By Enda O Halloran on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P Gerry

  

  
  Our loss is heavens gain. Forever loved and missed by the nation. Rest in Peace Gerry

  xx

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  By Joanne on 1st May 2010

• Gerry will be missed by many

  

  Although I never met him I feel I know him through his radio program and am sad to hear of his passing.

  Ger Slattery

  Cashel

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  By Ger vSlattery on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan - RIP

  

  When I heard the news yesterday I was shocked. Although I never met you, I feel like I've lost a friend. A friend that chatted to me every day as I travelled around the country doing my job...and sometimes preventing me from doing my job becasue you had me glued to the radio listening to a topic of interest.

  I always referred to you as the Patron Saint of Commercial travellers...and today you become that Saint.

  Rest in Peace my friend.

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  By Keith Fahy on 1st May 2010

• Dead Poets Society

  

  The heading doesn't seem appropriate but the movie played by Robin Williams reminds me of the sudden tragedy being felt in Ireland today.

  The Character John Keating (Robin Williams) had a different approach about life which allowed his pupils to think and act differently enabling them to be more free and adventurous with their thoughts.

  This break from the mundane traditions of the old school was the same approach Gerry used.

  His direct and modern attitude ,comforted many a follower to act and think differently, giving one a sense of a father figure to look up to.

  He has broken all our hearts - but he has taught us to think differently and paved the way for modern broadcasting - Go well.

  From a South African Listener.

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  By Colin Crowther on 1st May 2010

• lifesaver

  
  I lost my job a year ago, and the one positive thing I had was that at least I could listen to G ryan. He saved my sanity & kept me company on days when I might not speak to another person. I can't say how much I will miss our mornings together. Gerry, you are a star.

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  By julie sugrue casey on 1st May 2010

• Sleep well

  
  Gerry, mornings will never be the same again. I pray that I will do half as good a job of raising my kids as you did with yours. Our loss is heavens gain. Sleep well dear Gerry.

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  By Christine Mc Elvaney on 1st May 2010

• So sad ;(

  

  So sad about G Ryans Death!! There will be a big void in my life now!!!! Lookin on the brightside he will make heaven a brighter place and will look forward to hearing him again in the next world!! RIP Gerry!!!

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  By Colm Keoghj on 1st May 2010

• Gerry, May You Rest In Peace

  

  i feel sad today knowing you are gone phisically from this Ireland. i hope your spirit lives on through your children. but above all i want to say thank you for your time and love given to us all both on the telly and radio. may you rest in peace.

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  By kathleen veronica Gaughan on 1st May 2010

• slan leat gerry

  

  ar deis de go raibh a anam dilis.

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  By padraic o neachtain on 1st May 2010

• Won't be the same without you

  

  Irish radio has lost its brightest star, even though I have been away from Ireland for 14 years still kept abreast of the best radio show ever! I have laughed and cried with Gerry over the years and will sadly miss his voice on my next visit home. My sincere condolences to his family. Rest in peace Gerry

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  By Anne Gower on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  
  Safe journey ,my friend.Thank you for some good laughs

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  By Joe Maguire on 1st May 2010

• sadly missed

  

  Gerry Ryanwill be sadly missed. To thinkthe empathy, knowledge, insight on all subjects and fun he shared& how hesupported theordinary people andtheir causes,is quite profound.The fact he willno longer behere is a great loss! It will take time to adjust and I just wonder what he would have thought of all this!!!!

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  By J on 1st May 2010

• Gerry's gone far too soon

  All of Ireland will just be so devastated, he was often controversial, of course not everyone’s favourite, a total force to be reckoned with and no way could he be ignored. He had a huge heart and a huge talent just incredible but also a straight talker and that was why he was so loved. My heartfelt sympathy to all his family and friends and all who loved him.What a legend. No-one can fill those boots.

  Gone far too soon and too suddenly.

  Deirdre (a Gerry Ryan housewife) in Glasgow

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  By Deirdre Hannon on 1st May 2010

• Gerry's gone far too soon

  All of Ireland will just be so devastated, he was often controversial, of course not everyone’s favourite, a total force to be reckoned with and no way could he be ignored. He had a huge heart and a huge talent just incredible but also a straight talker and that was why he was so loved. My heartfelt sympathy to all his family and friends and all who loved him.What a legend. No-one can fill those boots.

  Gone far too soon and too suddenly.

  Deirdre (a Gerry Ryan housewife) in Glasgow

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  By Deirdre Hannon on 1st May 2010

• WE WILL MISS YOU GERRY

  

  GERRY CANT BELIEVE UR GONE FROM US.

  2FM WONT BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU.

  SLEEP WELL.

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  By patrica morrissey on 1st May 2010

• We will miss you

  

  Gerry,

  You had a great talent for bonding with people on and off the radio/television. You will be greatly missed. What a shock your death has been to everyone.

  Rest in peace

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  By Marisa Cummins on 1st May 2010

• Gerry-A Huge Loss

  

  Sadly yesterday i heard the news,couldn't believe it,mornings will never be the same,gerry you'll never know how much we'll miss you.Sympathy to his wife,children, partner.Rest in peace.

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  By Maria Mc Donald on 1st May 2010

• goodbye gery

  

  sympathy to your family. radio will never be the same RIP

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  By anne kane on 1st May 2010

• Shocked and Saddened

  

  We first encountered Gerry Ryan when we were camping in Ireland in the early 90's, since then we have been great admirers of his forthright comments - saying it as it is - his sense of humour and his people skills. We listened via our television (Sky) every morning. We will miss Gerry!

  Our thoughts go out to hisfamily at this devastating andsad time.

  Chris and Pauline Morgan. Devon England.

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  By Chris and Pauline Morgan Devon on 1st May 2010

• GOD IS A DJ

  

  HEAVEN IS A BETTER PLACE NOW SLEEP WELL MAN

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  By geoff on 1st May 2010

• Saying Goodbye

  

  I can't believe that you are gone Gerry- you were a friend to every listener and the best broadcaster Ireland ever had. Mornings simply will never be the same without you and your wonerful voice, humour, wit and charm. Rest In Peace

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  By Olwyn Delaney on 1st May 2010

• May you rest in peace Gerry

  

  You brought laughter into my life at times when laughter was needed, you were a friend I never knew but I among many others will miss you greatly. May you Rest in Peace and my thoughts are with your family and friends at this time.

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  By Enda Savage on 1st May 2010

• Very Very Sad

  

  Gerry , Ive been a listener of yours for seventeen years,I dont think there will ever be anyone like you on the airwaves again.ive lost a friend i never met but will miss so so much.Rest in peace .xxx

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  By fiona on 1st May 2010

• Rest in peace

  

  RIP Mr Ryan. I listened to your show all the time and watched your shows on tv. I often laughed along, I oftendisagreed with you but I never turned you off.

  A true genuinely nice guy who will be sadly missed by a nation.

  God bless and much love to your family and friends. x

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  By MB on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  "and a very good morning to you, ryan on the radio til midday",cant believewe will never hear you say those words again.

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  By michael cawley on 1st May 2010

• au revoir Friend

  

  On the many days when I see no one and have few to talk to, you were always there. We never spoke or even met, yetI felt I knew you. You will be missed, Gerry Ryan. Goodbye my friend.

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  By Simon on 1st May 2010

• My thoughts and love to his family

  

  Ireland is poorer for his passing. Without intending hyperbole he was a modern bard in all true senses of the word: entertainer, critic, guide and sometimes seer. My thoughts and best wishes to his family.

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  By Domhnall O'Huigin on 1st May 2010

• RIP

  

  I listened to you growing up. And now I Podcast you from Sydney Australia. God Bless your family

  Clarke Family

  Sydney Australia

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  By Elizabeth on 1st May 2010

• Gerry

  

  
  So sadly missed by us all who loved you

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  By Catherine Keating on 1st May 2010

• I can't believe that you're gone.

  

  I can't believe that you're gone

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  By Joan Clarke, Ashbourne on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P Gerry

  

  
  Our loss is heavens gain. Forever loved by the nation. Rest in Peace Gerry xx

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  By Joanne on 1st May 2010

• I miss you Gerry

  

  Gerry, you were the reason I had a smile on my face every morning after a mad rush out to school. You were so bold with the things you said and thats why I love you, youe ad lib and spontanous attitude.

  May you rest in peace. Siobhan xxx

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  By Siobhan Butler on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P Gerry

  

  We listened in to you Gerry, to get the day to dayupdate. You reminded us of what a great nation we are and to keep faith and hope, and to belive in ourselfs. You were the only one getting this message out over the last few month's. Thank you Gerry, you will be sadly missed.

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  By Jack and Paula Casey on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P

  

  Still can't believe it, R.I.P Gerry x

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  By Lorraine Kirwan on 1st May 2010

• Gerry

  

  Got a text from my Husband which said "Gerry your friend is dead. What happened? We were born the same year, and had the first three children the same age. I felt so close to him, because of this. Will miss you. Mary

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  By Mary Ryan (Cork) on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry, We loved you, you'll be greatly missed.

  • Absolutely heartbroken. I can't believe you're gone. My weekdays will never be the same. My deepest condolences toyour family, friends and allyour manyfans who have lost the greatest broadcaster in Irish radio. RIP, Gerry. We loved you and you will be sadly missed.

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  By Lisa Cohalan on 1st May 2010

• GERRY RYAN

  The word legend is often bandied about these days nearly always in uncorrect ways.However when the word LEGEND is associated with Gerry Ryan it is not even near to the words to describe the man.R.I.P.

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  By adrian nodwell on 1st May 2010

• Radio will never be the same!

  

  Like everybody, totally shocked at the very sad news of Gerry's death. He will be sadly missed. Can't imagine mornings without his humour and energy. My heart goes out to his family and friends at his sudden and early death. May he rest in peace.

  Dee, Dublin.

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  By Dee O'Connor on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  May you rest in peace. Too young to die and too much to live for. The world really and truly has gone mad. Give your family the strength to get through this awful time and may we all cherish those close to us a little bit more today and always.

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  By Eimear Casey on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P

  

  A great companion in the car on the way to work, in the kitchen doing the housework and even when you are in your sickbed. Thankyou Gerry for entertaining us over so many years you will be sorely missed.

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  By orla m on 1st May 2010

• Irish Radio Broadcasting will never be the same again.

  Gerry Ryan - R.I.P. He was a man who spoke what we were exactly thinking. He showed no fear and asked the right questions in the right way. He was also witty, quick thinking, caring and represented his listenership in the most professional way possible with a lot of fun elements added in for true entertainment value of course! There will be a deafening silence over the airwaves of Ireland as Gerry had a unique deep and warm voice for radio.Rest In Peace Buster.

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  By Declan Hughes on 1st May 2010

• A sad day for Ireland

  
  Gerry a man full of love and so full of life he will be sadly missed by millions

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  By clodagh grimley on 1st May 2010

• Jerry!

  

  Jerry was a joy to listen to every morning, RTE radio will never ever be the same for his millions of listeners. Deepest sympathy to his family.

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  By veronica campbell on 1st May 2010

• Gerry gave people a reason to talk

  

  I'm 37 years of age and most of my life i havelistened to gerry . He was funny and had no boundaries .He was not afraid of anybody . He had a heart of gold. He helped so many people .He gave hope to the people of ireland in this recession. He put positive thoughts into the irish people in these bad times. Every day i have come home to my partner and said "did you hear what gerry was talking about today. did you here what gerry said today. He changed things in this country . He took the misery out of live. Thanks Gerry for been in my life and thanks for lifting

  Alan

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  By Alan Mahon on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  
  I am sitting here shocked at the news mornings will never be the same I have listened to you for the past 20 years My thoughts are with your Family and friends I will pray for you and them RIP gerry

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  By elaine on 1st May 2010

• sadness

  

  
  i live on the island of crete, greece, every day here started with gerry on the radio, i looked forward to it and it was my way of keeping in touch with ireland and home, my days here now will never be the same, he was one of the best and always will be, may god bless him now xx

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  By ciara o sullivan on 1st May 2010

• Pour yourself a large Jameson and rest in peace xx

  

  Gerry, I feel like I've lived my whole life with you in the background. Mornings spent sick from school listening to you on the radio, lazy mornings spent listening to you in bed while I should've been at college. Three years ago I started work in a bank where we're not allowed the radio and missed the stories from your show so much. I started back to college this year to study for my Masters and the drive to college was brightened up by your show, I felt like I'd just rediscovered an old friend. Used to hate turning off the radio to actually go to a lecture.

  Sleep in peace Gerry. Like many other Irish people, my mornings will never be the same, my thoughts are with your family and friends xxx

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  By Brigid on 1st May 2010

• A sad day

  

  
  How sad to loose such a shining light. He was such a big part of our lives, he will be sadly missed. Our thoughts are with his family. Rest in peace Gerry.

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  By Tricia Dunne on 1st May 2010

• gerrys light

  

  may he light up the heavens as he did our lives

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  By frances ennos on 1st May 2010

• So sad

  

  We have all lost a good friend. So shocking & sad. You will be missed terribly. RIP

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  By Margaret on 1st May 2010

• dearly missed

  

  
  i grew up with gerry on his radio show ,very very fond memories,what an extradionary intelliget man ,good bye gerry ,condolancies to his wife,kids and partner

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  By paul o reilly on 1st May 2010

• The Listener

  

  You were the nations counsellor , always helping people with their problems big and small , a true gentleman. 9-12 wont be the same again . RIP Gerry.

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  By Brendan Cagney on 1st May 2010

• Weekdays will never be the same again

  

  Its just so hard to believe that Gerry is gone. He will be hugely missed and I hope his family take comfort in knowing how well loved he was. My thoughts are with them all at this dreadful time.

  Gerry RIP

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  By Barbara on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  Rest in peace Gerry.. you will be sadly missed my dear..x

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  By Clare Fitzgerald on 1st May 2010

• im cryin on myy couch

  I never met you but it was like you were one of my closest friends... I will miss you dearly.. Your show helped me through the bad days and the goods days.. But your memory will not be lost.. V.I.P Gerry Ryan.. We Will ALL Miss You... :( :( :(

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  By Rachel Eustace on 1st May 2010

• will miss you Gerry

  

  live in Switzerland and you cheered me up every day.

  so sorry you had to die alone and so young.we are the same age.

  Maria Brennan

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  By MARIA BRENNAN on 1st May 2010

• A great customer

  

  Gerry you used to come into our shop every so often I serverd you on many occasions you were a wonderful man to deal with and then you would go back and give us free air time off your owen back slaging or joking there was no such thing as bad publicity. My heart goes out to your family R.I.P. Gerry ryan only the good die young............... .

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  By Anonymous on 1st May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  

  Thank you for giving us the opportunity to express our grief for the loss of Gerry Ryan. Like J.F.K. and other figures of greatness I will always remember exactly where I was when I heard the shocking and sad news of Gerry Ryan's passing. I will always remember his great enthusiasm and excitement on the stage of The Point on the debut night of Riverdance. I can't believe that he has gone.

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  By maureen kelleher on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  
  A tru legend has let us, you were such a great and funny man, thank you for all the laughs.

  My thoughts to Morahand Family.

  Good Night Gerry xxxxxx

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  By linda on 1st May 2010

• A great loss to our country

  Gerry Ryan was part of what it is to be Irish. I feel part of our nation has died with him. I cannot believe his voice is gone from us.

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  By Malachy Matthews on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  Mornings will not be the same without you. You were an institution and would always make me laugh in the mornings with your wit. Ireland has lost an icon. You will always be remembered and missed x.

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  By Jane McGrath on 1st May 2010

• What a funny man

  

  I live in the west of Ireland and am totally shocked by Gerry's death,

  I wish his family my condolences and truly feel there pain,

  I lost my 49 year old brother suddenly in July last year and I would not wish anyone to go through the terrible pain,

  May God gring you peace,

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  By susan Daly on 1st May 2010

• You will never be forgotten

  Gerry there is now a gap in Irish entertainment that cannot and never will be filled you have left an impression on all of us with your fun ways and great love of life. A great cloud of sadness now stands over Ireland respects to Moira and your children their lives will never be the same without their Dad who loved them so much. R.I.P. our true Irish legend

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  By Valerie O'Connor on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace

  I remember listening to you as a tenager in the eigthies on late night 2fm. You were the coolest dude on radio, playing 12 inches that nobody else would at that time. After living away for years I flitted in and out of contact with your radio show, but feel a great deal of sadness now as your were there in my formative years. Rest in Peace Gerry

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  By Tom H on 1st May 2010

• A Nation has lost a special Friend

  

  Our loss is heavens gain.... Mornings will never be the same again Gerry, You are leaving many peoples lifes empty, you were a breath of fresh air. You were a very proud Dad, May you rest in peace x Carmel

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  By Carmel Dalton on 1st May 2010

• with regret..

  

  sad to hear the news.

  Gerry, you were great craic.

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  By Bill Mc on 1st May 2010

• A FREND FOREVER

  

  one in a million GERRY FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS REST IN PEACE

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  By judy chambers on 1st May 2010

• from claire

  

  rest in peace my friend claire x

  ur were wit me each morn.will miss ya

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  By claire butler on 1st May 2010

• For ever in our thoughts

  

  I just can't believe you are gone you have been such a big part of my life for the last 20 years. My thoughts are with your family and friends and all your loyal listerners.

  Rest in peace

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  By Caroline Murray on 1st May 2010

• we will miss u gerry

  

  I can't believe that you're gone. WHY OH WHY. what are we to do now without you. what are your family to do. its devastating. where ever you are gerry and please be somewhere have a good one. sheila

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  By sheila crosse on 1st May 2010

• You'll be missed

  

  There is a real void now that you have passed. There are so many who will miss listening to you every morning. You were great.

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  By C Breen on 1st May 2010

• You were a Prince among men Gerry

  

  Gerry, i had to tell my son, about you yesterday. He asked if you were the nice man who let him sing When santa got stuck up the chimney at christmas on the radio. He asked me why Holy God takes the nice people and not the baddies Gerry, what do i say to him, there is no explaining this one.To say you'll be missed is a gross understatment. Maria xxx

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  By Maria McDonnell on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan - a true friend to the nation

  Gerry, I never knew you personally , but felt like youwere a close friend. I feel like you kept me company in my kitchen each morning. I loved your advice and your entertaining and practical outlook on life. You are such an immense loss and my thoughts are with your children who you spoke about with such devotion.

  Gerry Ryan - Not just a broadcaster, but a true friend to the nation. We are all richer for having known a little of you and sadder at your passing

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  By Gillian Barr on 1st May 2010

• Loss of an Icon.

  

  My sincere condolences to Gerry's wife, family and colleagues. We have lost a hugely talented, witty and courageous man from our lives. I listened to Gerry every morning at home or in the car. I spoke with him twice when I rang into his show and I found him to be extremely warm, welcoming, understanding and he did his utmost to put his callers at ease. Our mornings will never be the same again. He helped so many people out there and I don't think he was even aware of it. Rest in peace Gerry.

  Deirdre. Swords, Co. Dublin.

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  By Deirdre Moffat on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  "A man ahead of his time"

  -Liam Ledwidge

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  By Liam Ledwidge on 1st May 2010

• We will miss you

  It is a sad day for Ireland. We will miss you so much Gerry. I loved your wit, intelligence, insight and relentless quest to understand the human mind. You were a genius. Thank you for so many years of captivating broadcasting.

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  By Trevor on 1st May 2010

• rip

  Thank you Gerry, for the many hours of listening, especially driving the length and breadth of Ireland.You gave me some great laughs. I will miss you.

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  By Dermot Crookes on 1st May 2010

• The end of a legend

  

  you will be sadly missed Gerry, you really were a legend in your own lifetime. rest in peace.

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  By darren gorevan on 1st May 2010

• simply the best and second to none Gerry Ryan

  So sad to hear you are not with us Gerry, you filled my mornings with such happy feelings. I am so shocked i cant even cry for you. Rest in Peace.

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  By Orla Grant on 1st May 2010

• A light has gone out forever

  

  So saddened by Gerry Ryan's death. An enormous talent, wit and superb broadcaster, he lit up the dreary mornings for Irish people and was one of us. May he rest in peace

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  By Caroline Stephens on 1st May 2010

• Gone But Never Forgotten

  

  I still can not believe that the world is minus such a viburant person...my best wishes go to his family and partner, although I never personally knew Gerry there was no mistaking that his children were his life. With children of my own now I will always remember how dearly Gerry spoke of his family especially children on the radio...I grew you listening to Gerry and I have to say he thought me a thing or two! The world is a a sad place today....

  Gerry may you rest in piece and be proud of the fact that you tocuhed the lives of many many many people

  xxxxxxxxxxx

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  By By The Holden Family on 1st May 2010

• A nation has lost a special friend.

  

  our loss is heavens gain.... mornings will never ever be the same again gerry,you are leaving many many homes empty, you done your family proud big man. may you rest in peace x

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  By Tracy Brereton on 1st May 2010

• He was the best

  

  So sorry to see you go Gerry.You were the best company I ever had as I worked my way around the roads of Conamara.RIP.

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  By Liam Magee,Castlebar Co Mayo on 1st May 2010

• shock and sorrow

  now living in cornwall i was shocked to receive a text yesterday with the awful news.Gerry got us through some very boring jobs in the mid eighties to early ninties [when we were allowed to have the radio on at work]. For that i thank him. I would like to extend my sympathy to Morah and the children also to all of those who loved him and will miss him terribly. It is a very sad day may he rest in peace.

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  By geri o connor on 1st May 2010

• Gerry, you will be missed

  

  Saddened andshocked at Gerrys passing, I pray for his beautiful family, that they may have the strength to face the cimng days, months and years without him. A nation has lost a consummate gentleman, funnyand professional.

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  By Yvonne Kennedy on 1st May 2010

• G Ryan RIP . A True Gent and One of a Kind

  

  
  Shocking News and Can't stop thinking about Gerry Such a Sad Day yesterday . Sympathy and Prayers to Gerry's Family and Friends

  Morning Radio won't be the Same from tuesday , i listened almost every morning out on the road driving and Gerrry I Will miss you .

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  By joe mc quillan on 1st May 2010

• gerry ryan

  I can't believe that you are gone. I will miss you always.

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  By alicia o regan on 1st May 2010

• Rest In Peace Gerry

  

  Gerry, the mornings wont be the same anymore, now that you are gone, nobody could fill your shoes, my heart goes out to your family and friends, Rest in Peace Gerry.

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  By kenneally family on 1st May 2010

• Goodbye Gerry

  
  Gerry your what life is all about. You have been an inspiration on the radio and I will miss the funny way you read the newspapers every morning. Sympathies to all your family and friends. RIP

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  By Rose Doyle on 1st May 2010

• Sleep peacefully Gerry Ryan. RIP

  

  We laughed with you,cried with you,argued with you. Now we must learn to do all those things without you. A true legend,who lived but half a life. My thoughts are with your family,friends, colleagues and the whole nation. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

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  By Sinead McGlynn on 1st May 2010

• A Dear friend whom i never met.

  

  It was with unbelievable shock and sadness that i learned of Gerry's death yesterday. I have been an avid listener for many years. The radio waves will never be the same again, a void has been left which can never be filled. My sympathy to his wife, children, partner ,family and friends.RIP xx

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  By nicola rogers on 1st May 2010

• Our Friend - Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  We only met for a moment a long time ago, but what an impression you left, Celebrity would be too small a word to describe you. Enigma would be closer to the truth.

  We will miss the mornings from here on in. However your legacy will live on. You made the hard times easy and the good times better.

  We will all miss you. Thinking of your family at this time.

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  By O'Brien Family on 1st May 2010

• Tribute from a listener in Germany!

  You were a mad hysterical breath of fresh air - you made a difference in peoples lives - and u will be missed by a nation for so many reasons - so sorry for his family. Part of my growing up - a listener in Germany still all these years later - Marie-Thérèse McMahon O'Donnell

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  By Marie- Thérèse McMahon on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan death of a legend

  

  Igrew up with Gerry and I am thesame age as him. Everytime I could listen to radio, Gerry was always my choice because he was so interesting and entertaining. The best in radio. This morning Irelandwith all it current problems, is a lot poorer to lose such a larger than life person. RIP Gerry you were the best and like another brother to me because you spoke to me every morning

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  By Dominic Carroll on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  

  My deepest sympathies go out to Gerry Ryans family, partner, friends, work coleagues and listeners. I myself listened to Gerry Ryans show every day and I will be totally lost without it every morning herein. I had tuned in to hear him on Friday and was disappointed that my friend was not there.

  Morning will never be the same without him.

  Gerry, I think it broke your heart when your mum passed away, I hope you are with her right now. You will be sorely missed. RIP

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  By Emma on 1st May 2010

• will think of evrey day

  

  I can't believe that you are gone. I will miss you always.

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  By margaret crawford on 1st May 2010

• me ouwl mate Gerry

  
  what am i gonna do without ya my friend, driving a van can be a lonely place, but never when you were there beside me every morning.....sleep well kid X

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  By david fitzgerald on 1st May 2010

• A sad day

  When I heard the news yesterday I called my sister in San Francisco who was a hugh Gerry fan. She cried and said one thing she enjoyed about coming home was reaching Dublin airport getting into the car and turing on "Gerry" she said it was then that she knew she was home. She listens to Gerry everyday in San Francisco as she said he kept her company while away. Very sorry to hear the news especially for his wife and children. xx

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  By maebh, Dublin on 1st May 2010

• The passenger

  

  
  The morning car journey will never be the same again, without Ryan sitting in the passenger seat. It was interesting knowing you Gerry Ryan even though we never met. Rest in peace.

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  By Ellen English on 1st May 2010

• GERRY YOU MADE EVERYONE FEEL YOU WERE THERE BEST FRIEND

  

  IM 37 NOW I REMEMBER LISTENING TO GERRY AT 16.HIS STYLE WAS ALWAYS AT THE EDGE AND I ALWAYS FELT HE KNEW WHAT I WAS THINKING.HE HAS HAD A MASSIVE INFLUENCE ON MY LIFE AS EVERY SUBJECT HAS BEEN EXPLORED ON HIS SHOW.ITS A SAD TIME BUT GERRYS ADVISE TO ALL WOULD BE TO LIVE LIFE TO THE FULL.THANK YOU FOR BEING GERRY RYAN.

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  By JIM CUSSEN on 1st May 2010

• RIP Gerry

  You were so many things to so many people but most importantly you were a friend to the nation. I am only 22 years old but have listened to you every morning for years thanks to my mums dedication that I carried on to my college years. You were itelligent, witty, fantastically arrogant and you cared about everybody that contaceted your show. You're love for your family was unconditional and the nation felt like your were their next door neighbour. God bless your family at this tremendously difficult time. May you Rest in Peace kind sir.

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  By D Mac Mahon on 1st May 2010

• A bright star has gone out

  

  Your legacy is in the love of your family and the warmth from the hundreds of thousands who will miss you.A life cut too short but lived to the full. Keep smiling till we see you again.

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  By Conor on 1st May 2010

• One of a kind....Gerry Ryan

  

  My heart goes out to the family and friends of Gerry Ryan and also to the people who welcomed him into their homes every morning. You were one of a kind and you will be forever missed. Thank you Gerry for the comfort and joy that you gave to our lives. Gone from us too early but will never be forgotten......Mary Horenberg.

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  By The Horenberg Family on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan R.I.P.

  

  Mornings will never be the same again, laughter and tears one was never sure what gerrys programme would bring ,always entertaining, lively debates and because of this you always tuned in the next day, , will be sadly missed. Thanks for the great mornings

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  By Eileen Jackson on 1st May 2010

• The unprofessionals

  

  When the worst thing happens

  That uproots the future,

  That you must live for every hour of your future,

  Like civilians in a shelter, under bombardment,

  Holding hands and sitting out

  Through the immortality of all the seconds,

  Until the blunting of time.

  RIP, Gerry...............

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  By LIDIA HRISTEVA on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  My mornings will never be the same again. Rest in Peace Gerry. My sincere sympathy to Gerry's family and friends. Maria Geary Ratoath Co. Meath

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  By maria geary on 1st May 2010

• Our Friend......

  

  Our friend, our brother, our son, our da, our husband, our champion, you were a lot of things to a lot of people and all at the same time, you filled many roles and no-one can fill your role now.......No one

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  By rosemary mclaughlin on 1st May 2010

• Simply the best

  

  I moved to Sydney a few years ago and listen to the Gerry Ryan show podcasts regularly. I got a text from my sister that you had passed away and I just could not stop crying for a man I never met, and from reading here I can see you have touched so many lives just like me, all over the world.

  Gerry, you had so much compassion, and a great understanding of the human condition. Thank you for your company and the laughs all those home sick days. I was totally entertained and informed from your ‘Program of Hope’. You gave comfort to so many callers. You were the best Gerry and you will be sorely missed.

  My Deepest sympathy and condolences to your family at this hard time. God Bless Gerry. RIP.

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  By Mary in Sydney on 1st May 2010

• Simply the Best

  

  I moved to Sydney a few years ago and listen to the Gerry Ryan show podcasts regularly. I got a text from my sister that you had passed away and I just could not stop crying for a man I never met, and from reading here I can see you have touched so many lives just like me, all over the world.

  Gerry, you had so much compassion, and a great understanding of the human condition. Thank you for your company and the laughs all those home sick days. I was totally entertained and informed from your ‘Program of Hope’. You gave comfort to so many callers. You were the best Gerry and you will be sorely missed.

  My Deepest sympathy and condolences to your family,friends and condolencesat this hard time. God Bless Gerry. RIP.

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  By Mary, Sydney on 1st May 2010

• Simply the Best

  

  I moved to Sydney a few years ago and listen to the podcasts regularly. I got a text from my sister that you had passed away and I just could not stop crying for a man I never met , and from reading here I can see you have touched so many lives just like me, all over the world.

  Gerry, you had so much compassion, and a great understanding of the human condition. Thank you for your company and the laughs all those home sick days. I was totally entertained and informed from your ‘Program of Hope’. You gave comfort to so many callers. You were the best Gerry and you will be sorely missed.

  My Deepest sympathy and condolences to your family, friends and colleaguesat this hard time. God Bless Gerry. RIP.

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  By Mary, Sydney on 1st May 2010

• See ye some day in Fiddlers Green

  

  Gerry Ryan will be missed by hundreds of thousands of people world wide and one of those people is me and my family God bless you Gerry and I will say a prayer for you .Thank you Gerry from Edmonton Alberta Canada .

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  By Kathleen and Joseph Scully on 1st May 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  
  So very sad to hear of the premature passing of this wonderful man. He is simple irreplaceable and was simply the best!

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  By Fiona Ormsby on 1st May 2010

• Gerry will be missed :(

  

  Always entertaining and great to listen to. Gerry was one of my favorite things about being in Ireland every summer; i live in us

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  By Mary on 1st May 2010

• I never met you but....

  

  I live far away and every day you connected me with people. places. things and happenings in Ireland. I shed many tears today. I will miss you...Goodbye

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  By Joan C, San Francisco on 1st May 2010

• Iraq

  

  I remember 1st time i heard Gerry was in me mas room only a kid she was on the kniting machiene. He announced the 1st invasion of Iraq by Bush and stomin Norman. Its is something that has stuck where i was and that he was the one i heard announce it Rip Ger

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  By Dave Farrell on 1st May 2010

• Iraq

  

  I remember 1st time i heard Gerry was in me mas room only a kid she was on the kniting machiene. He announced the 1st invasion of Iraq by Bush and stomin Norman. Its is something that has stuck where i was and that he was the one i heard announce it Rip Ger

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  By Dave Farrell on 1st May 2010

• The loss of Gerry Ryan

  

  Iam saddened and shocked at thesudden loss and untimely death of Gerry Ryan. I look forward to his show every day. God bless him and his family at this very difficult time.

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  By Denise McLynskey on 1st May 2010

• miss you forever gerry

  

  love the person you were,smart and funny, down to earth not afraid, and you helped many people, why were you taken from us too too soon,their will never be another GERRY RYAN you were one of a kind, and a dam good one, R I P gerry xx

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  By caroline fields gargano on 1st May 2010

• Reat in peace

  

  RIP. You were wonderful. I have never listened to the radio here in the USA because there never was another Gerry. He was intelligent, informative and witty. I even taped him when I came home for the first time because I missed him so much. Ireland has lost a major talent.

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  By Flora. Kennedy on 1st May 2010

• gerry

  
  gerry,I hope you can make people laugh in the next life as much as you did in this life..your laughter will carry on through your morning slot on 2fm and your soul will be with us every morning.

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  By Danielle D. on 1st May 2010

• God bless you G Ryan

  

  I am terribly saddened by the news and it's one of those deaths where i'll remember where i was at the time i heard the bad news. I think that's a mark of how great Gerry was.

  Talk about being articulate, inspiring, wise, funny and i'd imagine good hearted. Those were just one of the many gifts that you were given. I'm living in Australia at the moment and always make sure to download the podcast. Such a void will be left by your absence but if anybody can broadcast to us from heaven then maybe it's Gerry

  We will miss you terribly as i, like many other Irish people felt like we knew you personally and you will be in my prayers.

  Rest in peace

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  By Niall on 1st May 2010

• So Shocked at your sudden passing

  

  I used to listen to your show every morning and always being late for work I would sit in the car park knowingI would be so late but just for another fewminutes listen to you knowing I would be in trouble for being late...U wil be so missed by the nation of everyone of all sorts of life who for the past 20 odd years listened to you Contenvicial etc you really were a breath of fresh air weather or not people agreed with what your point of view was....You will be sadly sadly missed..Hope you RIP Dee O'Con

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  By Dee on 1st May 2010

• R I P Gerry

  

  The one man that made everyones morning is gone but will not be forgotton,when i was at home i enjoyed listening to your show,may you rest in peace gerry from sean, monica,roisin, diarmuid and sorcha feely formally of ardagh rossinver leitrim,but now in san francisco ca

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  By sean feely on 1st May 2010

• rip

  didn't listen all the time but spoke to you a few times on air..mornings will never be the same ...2FM will never be the same.... broadcasting will never be the same....condolences to the family & friends...may you rest in peace ....

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  By finbarr on 1st May 2010

• RIP

  

  
  Gerry, RIP, sadly missed..you were a legend and mould breaker in conservative Ireland, you awakened us all from our slumber! Rest in peace Sir. xxx

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  By Oonagh Reidy on 1st May 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  

  Only last week, home from NZ for the first time in six years and driving around connemara listening to your programmewas I saying that you hadnt changed a bit. And while at times I found your broadcasting arrogant, no-one can deny how over the years you challenged us to open our minds and consider issues from every angle. You gave those of us who grew up with you a voice and you commanded respect from even your detracters.

  Gerry, rest in peace - buthave a bit of fun anddo feel free to continue to challenge those around you as I'm sure you will have some very intellectual company.

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  By Imelda - New Zealand on 1st May 2010

• Message from Canada

  

  I am Canadian/Irish and have lived in Dublin,a few times and have listened to his show and had admired how bold he was compared to the rest of the country. I still listen to the Radio live in Canada on my laptop to keep up to date with what's going on...and I have to say that listening today has kept my head down.

  My regards to the Family on this tragic day and to anyone who may have been lucky to be in his company of Gerry through the years.

  God Bless

  Kate

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  By Kathleen Kavanagh on 1st May 2010

• Extension of sympathy and shock at the death of Gerry Ryan

  

  Rest in Peace

  Maria Dunne

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  By Maria Dunne on 1st May 2010

• The Ryanline will live on

  

  Gerry,

  Thankyou. Thankyou for being there for us.

  Thankyou for making me smile first thing in the morning.

  Thankyou for giving the people of this country a voice.

  Thankyou for higlighting the fact that a nation is judged on how it treats the young, the sick and the elderly.

  Rest in Peace

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  By A Listener on 1st May 2010

• "from me & them, until THEN"...

  

  You used to say- well now then has come & gone. It is with great sadness I heard of your passing. I'll miss your company in the mornings.Thank you & Goodbye Gerry

  Faye

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  By Faye M on 1st May 2010

• Condolences

  

  We woke this morning to learn of Gerrys untimely death We areShocked andsaddened tohear the news of one of Irelands great Characters and Genuine real people you will be greatly missed.

  From Lorcan and Aoife.

  Living in Cairns,

  Australia.

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  By Lorcan McGrath and Aoife McKeever on 1st May 2010

• The Ryan line is now closed.

  

  I have listened to Gerry on the radio for the last 12 years and I am going to miss him so much. My mornings will never be the same again. I have laughed, cried and was left shocked by his honesty live on air. God bless you Gerry. Condolances to Morah and the children that you so obviously adored. Rest In Peace.

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  By Phyllis Donnelly on 1st May 2010

• R.I.P

  

  Our thoughts are with the whole family at this sad time. I am so shocked. It is like a death in my own family.

  May He Rest in Peace.

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  By Jacqui Snype on 1st May 2010

• Sad day for Ireland

  

  Hard to believe G. Ryan is gone! Feel like I've lost a brother. Enjoyed the chat and wit on his show as did many others.

  Prayers for his wife and familyfor thestrength to get through this.

  God Bless

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  By Carol on 1st May 2010

• Bye & Bless

  

  Hope it was a calm and peaceful passing for you....would dearly love to know your feelings on what it's like over there.....!!!

  Bless to you children...lost my dad when I was 10...hope your little one has lots of support....ain't no fun to lose someone you love...

  Probably ain't no fun to have to leave your kids so early too......

  Keep a watch out for them up there..ok?

  X

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  By this is me on 1st May 2010

• My day will never be the same

  

  I have listened to Gerry for the last twelve years and his upbeat humor got me through my mornings while at work. There is an empty space in my heart as there will be an empty space in my day from now on. Gerry, I miss you already. You have left us all in shock. So so sad. Rest in Peace. The Ryan line is now closed. xx

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  By Phyllis Donnelly on 1st May 2010

• Changed Ireland

  

  You helped to change Irish society by being open-minded and outspoken. Ireland was and still can be a narrow-minded place but you were the voice for the other Irish who view the world in a broader sense.

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  By Eithne on 1st May 2010

• Just Sad

  

  
  I was never a fan of Gerry. I thought he was simply awful on TV, and I mean truly dreadful, BUT on Radio he could sometimes be funny and certainly entertaining.

  He had a big heart deep down and from all accounts was a kind person. It is a great loss to see him leave us now. I am very sad that he is gone. Just so very sad for him family and friends.

  There is a big void now and it is hard to think that I will not hear Gerry on the Radio again.

  He made a lot of people happy and at the end of the day he made a difference to a lot of people in this world. A good man who will be dearly missed.

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  By Gerry Peace on 1st May 2010

• My day will never be the same

  

  I have listened to Gerry for the last twelve years and his upbeat humor got me through my mornings while at work. There is an empty space in my heart as there will be an empty space in my day from now on. Gerry, I miss you already. You have left us all in shock. So so sad. Rest in Peace. The Ryan line is now closed. xx

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  By Phyllis Donnelly on 1st May 2010

• Cannot believe this.

  From an ordinary person to extrodinary person. Gerry Ryan. I grew up, raised my children, lived my life with you in my kitchen every morning. So much to say too sad tospeak. What happened? I cannot believe you are gone from us. Gerry you were the ministry of EVERYTHING. You lifted the country more than any politicion ever coud. I believed in your exposure of the truth. You never wavered. Through to yourself always. you called it we listned. What is going to happen now. Where is his voice. This however is selfish,It Gerry's family that need his and our support now. Everyone make this happen please.

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  By Irene Dolan on 1st May 2010

• We enjoyed your show from afar - God Bless

  

  
  My trips back home toMullingar will sure misscatching the Gerry Ryan show. Listening via the net or when home was always most entertaining, and what a great radio voice. I was lucky to get stranded for over a week andlisten tohim due to the volcanic ash.

  Life is short - Real short. May God Bless him, his family and friends.

  Washington DC / Mullingar

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  By Gabriel Kenny on 1st May 2010

• For ever in our thoughts

  

  Weloved listening to your show when we lived in Dublin, and it was the one thing that we missed when we moved to Boston in 1993.

  Our thoughts and prayers are with Gerry's family at this sad time.

  Matt and Rita Delaney, Boston MA

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  By Rita Delaney on 1st May 2010

• A Voice in the Wee Hours

  

  In my 6hr Later World A Happy voice, telling me tales of Ireland.

  Sadly Missed

  Rest in Peace -

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  By Fr. Kilmurray on 1st May 2010

• ]

  

  RIP Gerry !!! Living the last 10 years here in Boston..missed your show a lot over the years...always enjoyed the banter on your show.... enjoy the airwaves in the sky.. Condolences also to all of the Ryan family

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  By Elizabeth Clancy on 1st May 2010

• We will miss you Gerry

  

  My deapest condolences to the Ryan family and all the team on the Ryan Line. Gerry will be sorely missed by so many people but we will remember him with great fondness.RIP Gerry.

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  By Caroline Cowap on 1st May 2010

• Ryan line connected the globe, for so many x pats

  

  The umbilical cord for so many 'ex pats' is severed...blowing in the breeze Gerry but the memories you gave us will be ours to always remember you by. Thanks for keeping that connection open. Gone but not forgotten.

  MT Wood

  Sydney

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  By Marie-Therese Power on 1st May 2010

• Our Voice

  

  We have lost our voice our friend whostood up for the nation when on one else would listen to us. From 9-12 the ryanline was our tool to voice our anger, concerns,sorrow and joys. With your confidence to tackle the issue's and topics that other's never dared to approach you have changed the face off Irish radio broadcasting forever and we are poorer for your passing. We will miss our voice every morning. RIP JerryGod has taken you from us too soon

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  By Paddy Grace on 1st May 2010

• Tribute to a Legend

  Rest in Peace G. Ryan, you were a legend of our time. Weekday mornings shall never be the same again. You will be sadly missed. The Ryan Line is closed.

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  By Padraig McGrath on 30th Apr 2010

• Gerry You were a great Guy

  Gerry, I have been listening to you since you were broadcasting in your night time slot. I used to listen to you while i was studying for my leaving cert and continued to listen to you when you moved to daytime radio. I have listened to your stories about your family and have taken some great advice from you over the years. You will be sorely missed and RTE will have an enormous task to fill the morning slot. The first thing i do when i go into work in the mornings is turn on the Gerry Ryan Show. That won't happen anymore. Rest in Peace and my thoughts are with your family. God help them at this time.

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  By Pamela on 30th Apr 2010

• R.I.P. GERRY

  

  Irish Radio will never be the same without the legend that was Gerry Ryan. Thanks for the many hours of entertainment. Sincere sympathy to the family you loved so much

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  By linda redmond on 30th Apr 2010

• Your kind compliments will stay with me forever.

  

  
  I just wanted to express my heartfelt shock and sadness at the sudden death of 2FM's Gerry Ryan. He was a truly great broadcaster, one that I could only aspire to be like. On the few occasions I met him he gave me fullsome praise for the work I do, for which I'm eternally grateful. He will be sadly missed

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  By Adrian Kennedy - FM104 on 30th Apr 2010

• peoples man

  

  He touched every walk of life,and every generation could identify wih him. Will alwaysbe missed. A void that will never be filled, Conor

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  By conor ledwith on 30th Apr 2010

• R.I.P. GERRY

  

  Irish Radio will never be the same again...you were unique. Thanks for the many hours of laughter and sometimes tears.. God bless your family and my deepest sympathy to them all x

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  By linda redmond on 30th Apr 2010

• who will read the papers to me?

  

  My condolences to the Ryan Family. Gerry has been part of my life since I was a teenager. As much as I often disagreed with him, or turned him off even--I always tuned into him every morning anyway, if only just to hear him read the papers, peppered with his own unique slant.....I will miss you Gerry Ryan --my heart goes out to your family and friends....

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  By Trish on 30th Apr 2010

• morning radio will never be the same

  
  I wish to express my sincerest sympaty to the family and friends of Gerry Ryan. I listened frequently to Mr Ryan and always admired and respected his ability to leave no stone unturned and the remarkable but likable way he could get to the truth of a situation without coming across bad. He was truly a people's person and i am suprised at how sad I feel as a person who only listened to him on the radio. Feellikemy insides have been torn out, can't imagine how those that knew him personally feel.. If i was religious i would say that I will be pray, I am not so all I can say isIwish the best for his family and friends as they go through this awful time and remember thegreat impact he made in his too short life.

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  By Louise Coe on 30th Apr 2010

• "The Ryan Line"

  

  "The Ryan Line' is closed for now but willre-open in heaven R.I.P.

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  By Lisa Moroney on 30th Apr 2010

• Will miss your voice

  

  Hi Gerry,
  Thank you for being my unknown friend for over 20 years. like 1000's of others who listened to you for years and never had the chance to meet you face to face. You gave your all to everything you did, passionately and compassionately. I could write much more, but i truly wish you a peaceful eternity my friend.
  Carl

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  By Carl Mc on 30th Apr 2010

• Will Miss the Voice

  

  The voice that spanned the airwaves sadly and suddenly missed.

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  By Kim O'Toole on 30th Apr 2010

• Stunned

  

  I'm simply stunned at the news of Gerry's untimely death, and the large gap it will leave in so many peoples daily lives. My deepest condolences go to Gerry's family and partner in this terrible time. God Bless.

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  By Liam Burke on 30th Apr 2010

• New Zealand fans

  

  Kua hinga he totara i te wao nui a Tane

  From all the visiting Brosnahans from new Zealand who loved your show so much

  Rest In Peace

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  By Bede Brosnahan on 30th Apr 2010

• Empathy

  
  Gerry showed me more empathy anytime I spoke to him.

  May he rest in peace

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  By Ciara Putt on 30th Apr 2010

• To Gerry from Sinead O,Connor

  

  Dear Gerry, Thank you so much for your lovely warm heart and for being so mad and funny. I love u very much, and I,m sure u will be making God laugh. See u whenever I get there.

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  By Sinead O,Connor on 30th Apr 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  Our thoughts are with the family, friends and colleagues of Gerryat this sad time

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  By Fiona and Gavin Bruce on 30th Apr 2010

• A NATIONS LOSS

  

  Will be sadly missed, radio will never be the same. Deepest smypathies to his family and friends. May he rest in peace x

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  By CAROL HEFFERNAN on 30th Apr 2010

• depression

  

  
  few years ago, had a breakdown,listen to the show one day, found hope, got a great job, married a girl i love, have lovely kids now...Gerry thankyou..Thankyou.. Bless your family. Thanks for being you

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  By fintan on 30th Apr 2010

• r.i.p gerry

  very very sad gerry you were a joy to listen to look after us all x

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  By mary mc grath on 30th Apr 2010

• Gerry, everyone considered you a friend !

  

  So long, farewell Gerry, may you rest in peace...I live in the USAnow but loved your show when I lived at home in Carrick-on-suir Co-Tipp...can't believe I'll never get to hear your show again...We'll all miss you Gerry...Your family are in our thoughts and prayer's ...God Bless

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  By Seamus Dunphy, Newport, RI on 30th Apr 2010

• So sorry to hear of your passing

  

  I'm in shock as so many people are at hearing the news ofyour passing. You have made a difference to so many lives!

  CJH

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  By Conor J Harrison on 30th Apr 2010

• every bodies friend

  

  my thoughts are for his family and friends at this time. the thought of not hearing his jovial voice from now on doesn't bear thinking about. Gerry you were part of all our lives and were so familar. you will be sorely missed. rest in peace

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  By mary the nurse on 30th Apr 2010

• To Gerry;s Family and Friends

  

  
  My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you all at this very sad time, you all will be in my thoughts and prayers,

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  By Sheila Garvey on 30th Apr 2010

• The Ryan line is closed :(

  

  so sad to say goodbye to G.Ryan who make me laugh, cry and sometimes made me angry every morning for the past 20 years. Who could ever fill his shoes? Mornings on the radio just wont be the same without him. R.I.P Gerry. You will be greatly missed.

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  By Charlotte Murtagh on 30th Apr 2010

• 9am weekdays will never be the same

  

  Started listening to Gerry at 14yrs when I was confined to bed with the chicken pox. 18 years later and I'm a stay at home mom, which is going to be sucha lonley job now I don't have you for company in the mornings. By far the funniest, kindest, most compassionate and intuitive person on the radio. Deepest condolences to your family and especially your 5 children whom you adored.

  AnneO Grady, Limerick

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  By Anne O Grady on 30th Apr 2010

• Gerry :(

  

  Gerry, we've all been deeply sadened at your sudden death, we've lost a truly iconic figure which has most certainly shaped our nation. you were the highlight of my monday mornings. Its somewhat surreal. My thoughts for you and your family. RIP Gerry.

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  By Colm Fitzgerald on 30th Apr 2010

• from spain

  

  used to listen to gerry most mornings from toledo spain nor was i the only one .just shows you the reach of the man.mornings will be a touch different from now on .EASY JERRY

  Niall Oflaherty

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  By Niall oflaherty on 30th Apr 2010

• Listeners in mourning

  Gerry, the country will mourn you as you were part of our daily lives. From the papers to Nob Nation you were with us as we muddled through our working days. We will miss you and your grounded common sense. I will pray for you and your family.

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  By Barry O Sullivan on 30th Apr 2010

• Too early an end to a great man.

  

  Gerry,you will be missed here in Boston,a great start to my day a fun informative way to keep in touch with all the happenings in Ireland.My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and colleagues.may you rest in peace.

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  By Catherine Wilson Boston on 30th Apr 2010

• The Ryan line is closed :(

  

  So sad to say goodbye to G. Ryan who made me laugh, cry and sometimes made me angry. Gonna miss him in the mornings. Just wont be the same without him!!!

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  By Charlotte Murtagh on 30th Apr 2010

• TO. THE ONE AND ONLY MR. GERRY RYAN

  

  Gerry,You Wont Be Forgotton. Best Wishes And Peace To You, And Yours. RIP Now & Enjoy Your Travels.

  Marcus.

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  By Marcus on 30th Apr 2010

• Slan Leat

  

  You kept me company on the mornings when my little boy was at school, you ever failed to inform and entertain. Rest in Peace, Gerry Ryan; sincere sympathy to your family.

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  By Mairead Farrell on 30th Apr 2010

• G Ryan

  

  To his beloved family & freinds,

  this is such a shock which gives me pain thinking of yours...please god you know that gerry is happy where he is ...my heart goes out to you all.

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  By Shirley H on 30th Apr 2010

• I Understand

  

  You died in the same way that my Dad did less than one year ago - no warning, no time to say goodbye. My heart bleeds for your family as I know and understand how they are feeling. God bless them and give them strength. Anne R.

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  By Anne Ralph on 30th Apr 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  Grew up listening toyour radio shows and loved them all, you will be missed, RIP

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  By Linzi Stubbs on 30th Apr 2010

• You will be missed

  

  You bought us so much entertainment over the years made us laugh and made us cry you will be greatly missed R.I.P.

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  By michelle gauci on 30th Apr 2010

• Rest in Peace Gerry

  

  Gerry, your fans are reeling this evening. What unbelievable and shocking news we received today. I've been a fan of your radio show since it began in 1988. I lovedhow you could do the serious and the ridiculous topics, it was unique and truely you. My weekday mornings will never be the same again. My sincerest sympathies to your children whom it was obvious to all your listeners that you adored and to whom you were a wonderful father, to the famous 'Mrs Ryan', your brothers, your extended family, friends and colleagues - you've all lost a man in a million. REST IN PEACE Gerry - you will never know how much you are loved and you will be sincerelymissed.

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  By Ailish O Meara on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP GERRY RYAN

  

  YOU WERE ONE OF A KIND... YOU WILL BE MISSED !!!

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  By marie sheehy on 30th Apr 2010

• Still in Shock

  

  Like so many... I listened on most days to as much ofthe G.Ryan Show as possible.. I even was part of his show on two occasions as part of a skit.. I'm still in shock at his passing.. His voice is on a family holiday recorded while driving.. I work for a large banking group and when the news filtered through it spread like wildfire.. all ages stood up in shock.. Condolences to Gerry's family and friends

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  By Peter on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP GERRY

  I can't believe that you're gone i spoke to you many times

  RIP may god give strength to your family and friends to get

  through this awful time

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  By louise lawlor on 30th Apr 2010

• As always... unbelievable!

  

  
  You were my saving grace when in boarding school and tuned in to nightline. There were yimes when I wanted to give you a smack, as you were so naughty but all in all for to many years, you dulcid tones entertained me.

  Sadly I know how your loving family and friends feel as have experienced sudden death of an adored family member. To them I wish faith, and healing.

  God help St Peter!!! But you will enter those gates as God wanted you all the while.

  Rest in Peace Gerry.

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  By Niamh on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Our car journeys in Ireland will never be the same........you will be missed,,..

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  By Paula Barry on 30th Apr 2010

• A Better Place

  Who am I going to listen to at 9.02am now? Very sad to hear todays' news. Thinking of your family & partner at this time. Here's hoping they're welcoming you with a nice bottle of uisce beatha where you are now pal.

  A former Clontarf neighbour

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  By John on 30th Apr 2010

• A tragedy

  

  I can't believe that you are gone. I will miss you always.

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  By Michelle Maloney on 30th Apr 2010

• Living live to the full!

  Gerry,

  You were the Master of Living Life to the Full - you are so right. Well done on living by your motto.

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  By Joyce on 30th Apr 2010

• Crazy Horse

  

  The Light over Ireland has dimmed, a ray of sunshine is lost , have fun wherever you are Gerry, Franmc

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  By Fran Mc Loughlin on 30th Apr 2010

• Such a loss

  

  They say that the recession and all the doom and gloom was the worst thing that has happened this country....... that was until today and the utter shock, loss and disbeliefthat is resonating throughout the coutry is astounding it just isn't sinking in at all. I grew up with Gerry and became a huge fan when he was on at night and then his morning slot. I actually would love to listen to him in the morning and to be honest hated when he was on holidays because it was never the same without him. I applaude the Late Late show for the wonderful tribute to Gerry and admire his wonderful friends telling all the great stories about him despite being unable to completely comprehend that he is no longer with us. I have to say they did him proud and for Gerry " the show must go on" Tonight my thoughts are with Morah, the children, his family, his friends and also Melanie. May you all find the strength to cope with the next few days, weeks , months and years. To you Gerry God bless you andthank you for all the laughter and entertainment over the years and there is a huge void where you used to be, you will be missed more than words can ever say. R.I. P. Gerry Ryan " You are simply the best" now and always and you will never ever be forgotten Mr G.Ryan.

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  By Michelle Maloney on 30th Apr 2010

• Gerry - master broadcaster

  

  Gerry Ryan RIP a master broadcaster will be sadly missed by all who listened because you listened to all, you had time for all and you cannot be replaced. Ireland will miss you and we will all remember you as you were a master broadcaster.

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  By Fergus Carey on 30th Apr 2010

• Thank You Gerry

  

  Thank you Gerry, for the laughs and the tears. The outrage and the enjoyment. I listened to the show when I could, and I wish I had been there since the start. 9-12 Monday-Friday will never be the same again, lest we forget all your other projects and influences on society. The Ryan Line may be closed here but it is now open in Heaven. Thank You Gerry. R.I.P.

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  By Darren Buckley on 30th Apr 2010

• The RyanLine Will Always be Open In Our Memories

  

  Always in our loving hearts and smiling in our memories. I Spent many a Happy morning with Gerry on the radio in my kitchen when the kids were at school even they started School & I was Moping about waiting patiently for their return ,I will be Forever grateful of the warm company & Advce you gave to all the distressed mammys , I will miss your unique & friendly voice now. My Thoughts & sympathy are with your Family. Gerry God Bless You & May In Peace Forever.

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  By margaurite deasy on 30th Apr 2010

• The RyanLine Will Always be Open In Our Memories

  

  Always in our loving hearts and smiling in our memories. I Spent many a Happy morning with Gerry on the radio in my kitchen when the kids were at school even they started School & I was Moping about waiting patiently for their return ,I will be Forever grateful of the warm company & Advce you gave to all the distressed mammys , I will miss your unique & friendly voice now. My Thoughts & sympathy are with your Family. Gerry God Bless You & May In Peace Forever.

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  By margaurite deasy on 30th Apr 2010

• The saddest news

  
  What dreadful news from Ireland to hear at the end of my work day here in the US. My sister txtd me. I grew up in the Gerry era and loved listening to him on radio when I was back home on visits. He will surely be missed. RIP

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  By Maria USA on 30th Apr 2010

• Thanks for the openness

  

  You were the first to lift the lid on old Ireland

  You did to radio in Ireland what the tabloids did to newspapers

  Cheers

  Ken & Edel - Australia

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  By Ken Melia on 30th Apr 2010

• sympathy

  I could not believe my eyes today. He brightened many a morning. The world will be a much duller place without him.

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  By Lisa O'Rourke on 30th Apr 2010

• you must love one another or die, Auden, Gerry did it in spades!

  

  You made me laugh ,you made me cry and you made me mad at times too. I listened to your show every opportunity I got and was always greatly disappointed if you weren't on.I looked forward to catching up on the week on Sunday . I am devastated at Gerrry's death. Strange and as irrational as it seems I feel I have lost a very close friend. He will be greatly missed . My thoughts and prayers are with his family and close friends. Mornings will never be the same again .

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  By fionnuala D'Arcy on 30th Apr 2010

• sympathy

  I could not believe my eyes...his humour brightened many a morning for me and my family. The world will be a much duller place without him

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  By Lisa O'Rourke on 30th Apr 2010

• A Nation Mourning

  

  Everyone knew you, Gerry. You were a star that shone here on earth and now your a star shining in the sky. You have touched everyone in some way or other and you will be greatly missed. Ireland is mourning your passing today that happened all too soon. My thoughts are with your family and all those close to you at this very sad time.

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  By Marie Murray on 30th Apr 2010

• May the great Gerry Ryan R.I.P.

  

  I cannot believe that I will never hear that voice again. Gerry you were great as a presenter whether it be radio or television. Heaven is a nicer place having you there. My love and best wishes to the Ryan family as this heartbreaking time.

  Emer x

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  By Emer Kelly on 30th Apr 2010

• You'll be missed Gerry

  

  My husband and i are so shocked and saddened tonight.We grew uplistening to Gerry and am sad that it'sendedthis soon.Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Heaven just got one of a kind today.

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  By Marsha Williams on 30th Apr 2010

• I've lost my best buddy

  
  Gerry I will miss you so much. I have listened to your show since the very beginning and have gone through triumphs and tragedies with you by my side. You taught me and counselled me and most of all you made me laugh. Your passing is such a terrible loss to so many. Watch over us wherever you are - we'll never forget you.xxx

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  By liz on 30th Apr 2010

• R.I.P.

  

  We can't say how shocked we were by this tragic and totally unexpected news. Thoughts are with his family at this time. Gerry was a true entertainer respected throughout the world. Here in the UK broadcasters regularly talked reverently about Gerry who, with intelligence, wit and humour, managed to push the bounds of popular radio broadcasting.

  Goodbye Gerry,

  Requiescat in pace.

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  By Joan Ryan on 30th Apr 2010

• Morning will never be as bright again.

  

  You always got people to wake up in the morning, with you bubbly look on live.You are what people need to look forward, and now your gone there will never be anyone that can take the place of the great Gerry Ryan. Our taughts are with the whole family. May you rest in peace.

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  By Martin Duffy on 30th Apr 2010

• Will miss you

  

  Always enjoyed him it is like looseing a friend I will miss him very must

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  By Aidan Nolan on 30th Apr 2010

• My morning break will never be the same without your company

  

  His bold and Irish Way made coffee time very special here in Frankfurt Germany. A piece of home is gone for me now. RIP Gerry Ryan I will miss you. Margaret Rinne

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  By Margaret Rinne on 30th Apr 2010

• The Ryan Line

  

  Gerry, you have left your listeners waiting and waiting and waiting this morning in anticipation of your comforting voice as usual to tell us the "Ryan Line is Now Open". For the joy, pleasure, tears,laughter and entertainment you have given us for many years we can now have some comfort in the thought that "Heavens Gates are Now Open"

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  By Mike Doherty on 30th Apr 2010

• A TRUE SON OF IRELAND

  

  R.I.P GERRY RYAN

  FROM GREG DOYLE TALLA

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  By GREG DOYLE on 30th Apr 2010

• Only The Good Die Young

  

  And you were the best. There is a void that opened in my heart that I feel will never be filled. I work for myself and have spent many a morning finding myself laughing, crying and groaning out loud to myself with only you for company. My deepest condolences to your beautiful family, colleagues and friends. May the pain in your hearts soon turn to beautiful memories of a special man.

  John The Handyman

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  By John The Handyman on 30th Apr 2010

• Miss your voice already.

  Moved to the USA 3 years ago and missed your show more than anything else.Just listened to your last show,so sad, so young,wished you weren't alone, will remember you forever,praying that you had peace in the end.

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  By Christine Hickey on 30th Apr 2010

• Rip

  

  I cant believe the Ryan Line is closed forever. RIP G Ryan!

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  By Maura on 30th Apr 2010

• "From one human being to another"

  

  I can't say I was a great fan of his; but from one human being to another just deceased...I would like to say "Rest in Peace"!

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  By v.gerrard on 30th Apr 2010

• Morah and the Ryan Family

  

  To the Ryan Family

  All of Irelandare grieving with you tonight, May god bless you all and sincere Sympathy.

  May Gerry Rest in Peace

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  By Joe Phelan on 30th Apr 2010

• R.I.P.

  Rest in peace Gerry. You will be sorely missed.

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  By Paul Connaughton on 30th Apr 2010

• The Best.

  

  Gerry, you were the best.

  We will miss you and your wonderful talent.

  Thank you for all the fun and enjoyment.

  Jimmy Carr.

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  By Jimmy Carr. on 30th Apr 2010

• You will be missed

  

  I cannot believe you are gone, you will be sorely missed. So many memories from your RTE radio show. Rest in Peace

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  By Anne-Marie on 30th Apr 2010

• Gerry I'll miss you

  

  
  Gerry,

  I grew up with you, had a love-hate relationship with you and now I feel bereft.

  I'll miss you - you were a great broadcaster and champion of the underdog and downtrodden.

  Give them hell in heaven

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  By Niall Lynch on 30th Apr 2010

• Sadness in Chicago

  I got a text with this sad news and I can promise you our hearts in Chicago are broken. I grew up listening to Gerry and life just wont be the same without hearing his pod cast's in the kitchen... bless all his family and Ireland... we share your sadness.

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  By Jenni on 30th Apr 2010

• Gerry Ryan

  

  I have been away from Ireland for 25 years but I manage to get back a few times a year and I have to say that I adored listening to gerry on the radio and am absolutely shocked and saddened to hear of his passing .

  My heartfelt sympathy to his family and to our entire nation........... weekday mornings will never be the same...He truly was a breath of fresh air and he will be missed.

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  By PAULINE C O'REILLY on 30th Apr 2010

• Condolences

  

  My deepest condolences to all of Gerry's family, friends and colleagues. RIP GR + GRS

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  By David R on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  

  I can't believe that you're gone. Listened to your show and loved it. You will be sadly missed by your many fans and my thoughts are with your family, friends, and all your work colleagues.

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  By Teresa Doyle on 30th Apr 2010

• no words can describe this day

  

  Rest in Peace Gerry - what an terrible blow to Irish broadcasting and an unbearable loss for your family. Thoughts and prayers are with everyone in mourning at this very emotional time.

  Leona

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  By leona cosstello on 30th Apr 2010

• Rest in Peace

  

  Mornings wont be the same without you.

  You will be sadly missed.

  Rest in Peace Gerry

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  By Jacinta Courtney on 30th Apr 2010

• Gerry gone but never be forgotten.

  

  I can't believe that you are gone. I will miss you always. You were the greatest ever on radio, you will never be replaced. Sympathy to your loving family and friends.

  Grainne.

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  By Grainne Mc Gowan on 30th Apr 2010

• Ireland has lost a leading voice

  

  Sincere condolences to the Ryan family and all Gerry's colleagues and friends As a nation we all suffered a terrible loss today and are the poorer for it. God Bless You Gerry

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  By Richie Quigley on 30th Apr 2010

• R.I.P Gerry

  

  Thank you Gerry from the nation!... In the last 2 years I have lost someone quite special, quite suddenly like you, and its only when they are gone, like you today, Ive realised how special and how much I miss them. R.I.P. My prayers to your family.

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  By Siobhan on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  You will be sadly missed you brightened everybodies day

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  By Thomas Kinnane on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  Gerry, you were our superstar, a bigger than life character, someone most people felt they knew eventhough they'd never met you. You're in the hearts of our nation and you'll never be forgotton.

  My thoughts are with your kids, friends and family.

  X

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  By Karen on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  You will be sadly Missed

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  By Thomas Kinnane on 30th Apr 2010

• Gone but never forgotten

  

  Thank you for being a great radio friend for whom I loved and very much enjoyed every morning ... I will truly miss you every morning ... to your family and work mates know that my simple prayer are with you all ... may you rest in peace forever

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  By Margaret Lannon Waterford on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  let the candle never die.. you will be sadly miss not only by your beloved family but your many fans.

  May you rest in peace..

  May your angel give strength to your family at this hard time..

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  By Roisin Royce on 30th Apr 2010

• Farewell Gerry

  I feel like I've lost a very old friend. Having lived abroad for many years, it was people like Gerry who helped to keep me in touch with Irish life. I spent many evenings listening to your podcasts and on any free days here in Germany it was always a treat to listen to your show live. You made us laugh, cry and sometimes gasp at your pure 'boldness'. I didn't always agree with your views, but there were other days when you perfectly expressed my feelings in ways I never could. You've earned a front row seat up above. Gold bless and comfort your family.

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  By Vivienne Kilduff on 30th Apr 2010

• Gerry Ryan R.I.P.

  

  Ireland will be a sadder, less informed place without you. You will be missed.

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  By Margaret Humphries on 30th Apr 2010

• The Ryan Line is closed.....

  

  We will miss you Gerry

  No one reviewed papers like you in the morning!

  RIP

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  By Siobhan on 30th Apr 2010

• thank you

  

  Gerry you have done so much for so many.you were never afraid to discuss the "touchy subjects" in irish society. As a gay woman i want to thank you for doing so much for the guy or girl who couldnt find their own voice. we will miss you. RIP

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  By Tee on 30th Apr 2010

• A sad day with the loss of a talented man

  

  Gerry and myself had a sillydisagreement once and now I will never have the chance to work it out with him. Ireland has lost one of there greatest broadcasters. May his soul rest in peace. Maurice Boland Radio Europe, Spain

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  By Maurice Boland on 30th Apr 2010

• From one of your many American fans

  

  Gerry, I hope you went peacefully.

  My husband and I enjoy listening to his broadcasts, via podcasts and Internet radio, as we live in America.

  We can't believe that you're gone, rest in peace.

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  By Evelyn S. Scott on 30th Apr 2010

• Gerry Ryan R.I.P

  

  Gerry you touched so many, you laughed with so many you argued with so many the list could go on but one thing Gerry you will be truly missed. May you rest in peace and our thoughts are with your family and close friends..

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  By Padraic Jennings on 30th Apr 2010

• A shocking loss

  

  A true King of radio. I was an avid listener and fan. So much so that my wife would refer to Gerry as my adviser. When someoneso full of life and energy is taken so suddenly it brings home how fragile life is. God rest him and watch over his family.

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  By Pat Mulligan on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  

  Thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very sad time

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  By Donna Ryan on 30th Apr 2010

• Rest in peace, Gerry.

  

  The Ryan Line has been closed forever. A very sad day for broadcasting in Ireland. Condolences to the Ryan family, Gerry's colleagues, friends and all the thousands of Gerry's fans and listeners to his show. You will be truely missed, Gerry. Rest in peace XX.

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  By Carmel Ann Kearns Somerville Massachusetts on 30th Apr 2010

• Goodbye to a dear friend

  

  
  Gerry, I never met you and you never knew I existed but you were a huge part of my life. I laughed with you and cried with you and welcomed you into my home every weekday morning. I will miss you terribly.

  My deepest sympathies to the family, friends and colleagues of Gerry Ryan

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  By Joanne Walsh on 30th Apr 2010

• shocked

  

  Shocked and saddened by the news, my thoughts are with his family... Thanks Gerry for all the laughs, entertainment and insights XX

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  By dee magee de mello on 30th Apr 2010

• Will be sadly missed by those who listen from abroad

  

  It was with deep shock and sadness that I heard the news of Gerry Ryan's death today from my many friends in Ireland. My family and I moved to the UK 5 years ago and listening to Gerry every weekday morning over the internet made usfeel a little closer to Ireland and the heart of the Irish people which we miss. We will miss you Gerry rest in peace

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  By mickaela windsor on 30th Apr 2010

• The thoughts and prayers of the Nation are with his Family and Friends

  

  Gerry was certainly the true professional in that he was everyone's friend in the way he was not afraid to ask the questions for the ordinary person in the street. Ireland has lost one of its favourite sonsthrough his radio and television programs he entered our homes and became part of your family. He will be sadly missed by everyone I guess God needed a Radio Host for one of his shows Gerry rest in peace never to be forgotten.

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  By Paul O'Toole on 30th Apr 2010

• Gone but not forgotten......

  

  Simply putWeekday mornings will never be the same again!!!May the lord have mercy on your soul and grant you eternal peace

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  By joe murphy on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP Gerry Ryan

  

  
  An absolute legend, voice of many. Ireland will never be the same. I'd like to thank you for all those mornings you made me laugh, picked me up when I was down, some days you gave me the courage to go on. Thank you for being so kind to Dylan when he spoke with you on air, you were so gentle,enthusiastic and encouraging.

  My deepest sympathy go out to Moira and the children, Gerry's collegues,friends and Fans.

  On Earth you were the biggest, brighest star on radio. Take your final rest as the Biggest, Brighest star in the sky.

  Geraldine Hennessy X

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  By Geraldine Hennessy on 30th Apr 2010

• An Irish family living in Toronto

  

  You will be sadly missey Gerry Ryan, I emigrated to Canada three years ago, and you helped me through my loneliness. I listened to you faithfully in Ireland, when I moved here, I listened to your show daily. You helped me when I was homesick by listening to your wonderful chatter. I was always touched by how upset you were to here about other people losing loved ones. Your love for your children was always there for all to see. They will miss out a lot losing their much loved dad so young. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. Marie Jim Cillian Daniel Fionnuala and Eilish Toronto Canada.

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  By Marie Flood on 30th Apr 2010

• Rest in peace

  

  RIP Jerry, you will be missed by thousands of people who loved waking up to your wit and humor.

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  By Fiona on 30th Apr 2010

• Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  When I heard the news while driving it reminded me of the day that Princess Diana died, I was also driving my car and I remember the sense of shock on hearing the news, the same shock I got today at 4 pm when I heard the news about Gerry. So sad, to think we were all worrying about the state of the country's finance, who cares, life is so much more important.

  Good bye Gerry, rest in peace

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  By Joyce Doyle on 30th Apr 2010

• A feature of my teenage years

  

  This does not seem real. I can't actually believe it. He was taken too soon. He was terrific. I am just in shock. My heart goes out to his five children & Morah.

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  By Sarah McCarthy on 30th Apr 2010

• The King Of Morning Radio

  

  I feel so very privileged to have had the chance to cover some events for the Gerry Ryan Show in the past.. Gerry made me very welcome to the airways and listened to my views..i would like to extend my sincere Sympathy to Gerry's Family, Friends and Work Colleague's .The Kind of Morning Radio RIP..Will miss you lots big guy..xxx

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  By Lorraine Kelly on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  I can't imagine not being able to listen to Gerry online anymore here in California. Gerry was a piece of home for so many of us Irish living abroad. Even before the internet I used to make tapes of his show when I was home on holidays. I would listen to him in my car driving around LA and feel very happy indeed. He always made me laugh, he had such a connection with the people of Ireland, particularly the women! If you ever listened to anyone ringing his show you would think they knew him years, he had that ability to make people very comfortable and familiar with him.

  All I can say is he is now in heaven hopefully doing a show for all the Irish women we have lost in thepast!

  My sympathies to his family and close friends and fans.

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  By Denise Olin on 30th Apr 2010

• Dont believe it,so sad.

  

  
  God Bless,I am only a listener to your morning programme,used to tune in from Saudia Arabia.Will miss you so much.

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  By Margaret Mary McArdle on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP

  

  Very sad news. Mornings on the radio just wont be the same. My thoughts are with his family & children. Deirdre in Portlaoise

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  By deirdre kennedy on 30th Apr 2010

• Great guy

  A great guy to listen to on your way to and from work, not to mention his obnoxiously arrogant interviews on tv with related celebrities with no fear of asking any question! You will be sadly missed Gerry!

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  By Tom Garvey on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP Gerry

  

  You were a funny and well loved man. You will be sorely missed.

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  By John Leonard on 30th Apr 2010

• FAREWELL TO ONE OF IRELAND`S FINEST, RIP

  
  The most fair minded person I have ever spoken to, he had a kind heart for everyone, deepest sympathy to all who grieve him, may he rest in peace

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  By PATRICIA EVANS on 30th Apr 2010

• We will remember you for your Worldly ways

  

  Gerry,

  Although there were magical moments with you over the years, I am deeply saddened by your death.

  May you spend the afterlife looking at all the good you did in life and may your family be gladdened by it.

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  By Dennis Sheehan on 30th Apr 2010

• Lost a Friend

  

  Im devestated at the news, met Gerry a couple of times in life and spoke to him at lenght on air some months back.

  He was always with me as I travelled around the country, and I always hated when 12 o clock came and he was finished for the day.

  Feel like I have lost an irreplaceable friend.

  I am picturing him now arguing with God, asking " Why me, Im still young and I have still so much to give "... Then he will quietly reflect and say " Why not me "

  See you in the next life Gerry, You will be forever missed.

  Michael

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  By Michael O Riordan on 30th Apr 2010

• So Sorry

  

  Having lived in Ireland for the last 10 years and listened to Gerry every morning what sad, sad news we have just read.Ireland had lost a truly wonderfull, funny, inteligent part of Irish history.RIP Gerry.

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  By Carol and Graham Hill on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP JERRY

  

  WILL MISS YOU LOADS JERRY, LOVED LISTENING TO YOUR SHOW IN THE MORNING XXXX MICHELLE

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  By RIP JERRY RYAN MICHELLE XXX on 30th Apr 2010

• Funny, intelligent, caring - Gerry Ryan RIP

  

  What a sad situation. My heart goes out to

  his children. I lost my 42 yr old brother

  unexpectedly and 2 1/2 months in i still can't

  believe it. They have a terrible road ahead of them and i feel so sorry that

  they have to go through it. I listened

  to Gerry every AM, he was great with

  the public, and if you remember he met

  lots of people after the Whitney Houston

  concert and he was delighted that so many women were very nice to him so at

  least he knew we cared and loved him on radio.

  Our sympathy to his family and friends.

  Ger

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  By Ger Costello on 30th Apr 2010

• RIP Gerry

  RIP

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  By bridget on 30th Apr 2010