Mr Ryan served as a District Disaster Chairperson on Montserrat for forty (40) years. He started in 1980 as the District Disaster Chairperson for Kinsale and surrounding areas in the exclusion zone.
Following the eruption of the Soufriere Hills volcano, Mr Ryan relocated to Cudjoe Head, and despite being forced to flee from his home, his love for disaster management never ceased. At Cudjoe Head, he served as District Disaster Chairperson for Cudjoe Head and its environs.
After completing his family dwelling, Mr Ryan moved to Davy Hill where he assumed the role of District Disaster Chairperson for the communities of Davy Hill, Carrs Bay and Little Bay to assist individuals who evacuated from the south of the island due to volcanic activities, until his retirement in 2021.
We wish to convey our deepest condolences to his family and friends and all others who are saddened by his loss.
May his soul Rest in Eternal Peace, and rise in glory.
Mr Ryan’s love for helping individuals is so evident that even though he retired as District Disaster Chairperson he would still make an effort to attend all District Disaster Chairperson meetings organized by the DMCA and would provide a valuable contribution.
Photo: Mr Ryan accepting an award from DMCA in 2021 for his loyalty and dedication to the field of disaster management on Montserrat as a volunteer for 40 years.