Christopher Ryan

Ryan, Christopher John "J.R.", 62, formerly a longtime Jamestown resident, died July 10, 2008 at Riverview Healthcare, Coventry. He was the husband of Rebecca A. (Jones) Ryan. Born in Waterbury, CT, he was the son of the late Christopher and Marie (Roberge) Ryan.

J.R. was the head carpenter and construction manager for DMR Construction and for Health Concepts since 1984. A skilled craftsman, his work can be seen throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. J.R. also was an avid sailor and boater.

Besides his wife, he leaves four children, Kristin Charpentier and her husband Russell of North Kingstown, Kim Ferro and her husband Robert of Johnston, Jason DiDonato of Smithfield, and Scott DiDonato of Boca Raton, FL, and four grandchildren, Julia and Emma Charpentier, Cody Ondrick, and Nicholas Ferro.

His funeral service will be held Tuesday at 11 am in the ROBBINS FUNERAL HOME, 2251 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Park, Johnston. Calling hours Monday 5-8 pm.