William T. Ryan

William T. “Bill” Ryan, 85, of Hunter Street, Tamaqua, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at St. Luke’s Miners Memorial in Coaldale.

Born in Port Carbon on September 7, 1940. After honorably serving his country in the United States Coast Guard, Bill returned home to build a life centered on hard work and craftsmanship. He spent his career as an electrician for several local manufacturing companies, but his true passion lay in working with his hands.

A gifted carpenter, painter, and whittler, Bill was known for his generosity, often extending his talents to help family and friends with various projects. His creative spirit shone through in the beautiful murals he painted and his daily enjoyment of word jumbles.

Bill’s legacy lives on through his beloved wife of many years, Mary Louise “Weezie” (Collins) Ryan; his son, Nolan Ryan and wife Sherri; and his daughters, Tricia Maradeo, Stacy Marie Vlcek wife of Paul, and Denise L. Zaldaris and her companion Shane Brady. He was the proud grandfather of Heather, Bailee, Cassidy, Aeris, Gabbi, Jake, Pj, and his wife Brianna; great-grandfather to Theo, Vera, Jovi, Declan,Delilah,Ophelia.

He was preceded in death by his; parents; daughter, Stephanie A. Ryan; his sisters, Virginia Southerland and Winnie Bower; and his brothers, James and Mickey Ryan.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania. (570) 668-2550. 

Bill will be laid to rest with Military honors at Ft. Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com