Wilma L. Ryan

Wilma Lee Ryan, 87, formerly of Manchester, CT, passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 6th. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles W. Ryan. Born in Cairo, Illinois, she was a daughter of the late James H. and Ida (Workman) Warner. Mrs. Ryan belonged to the Dorothy Dorbin Dancers and considered herself a true dancer and showgirl. She enjoyed and cherished the time she spent with family and friends. Surviving are three children, William P. Ryan of New York, NY, Peggy Ryan of Broad Brook, CT, and Julie Casey and her husband Brian of Narragansett, RI; a grandson, Warner Casey of Narragansett, RI; and two step-grandchildren, Megan Casey of Long Beach, NY and Christian Casey of East Greenwich, RI. Visiting hours are at the Avery-Storti Funeral Home, 88 Columbia Street, Wakefield, Thursday, 6-8 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Bridget’s Church, Manchester, CT.