Colleen Elizabeth Ryan passed away on July 11, 2024 at the age of 74. She was born on June 27, 1950 in New Orleans. She was a graduate of St. Mary’s Dominican High School, Dominican College, and the University of New Orleans where she obtained her Master’s degree. She retired after a long career in education. In her free time, she enjoyed knitting, cross stitching, and spending time with her dogs.
She is survived by her sisters, Anne Leonhard, Kathy Medo, and Mary Fein; and many nieces and nephews.
Colleen was preceded in death by her parents, James Sheldon Ryan and Irene Brewer Ryan.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to her caretakers, Trudy Wallace and Femiko Smith.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass in the chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd in New Orleans, on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 11 AM. Visitation will begin at 10 AM. Colleen will be laid to rest privately at a later date.