Pauline Ryan

Pauline Ryan 87 of Centralia, passed away Tuesday May 29, 2012 at Centralia Manor in Centralia.Mrs. Ryan was born May 30, 1924 in Pearl, Mississippi, daughter of Jeff D. Parker and Ethel (Russum) Parker. She married John “Jack” Ryan on October 12, 1947 and he preceded her in death on January 22, 1997.She is survived by two sons: John R. Ryan, Jr. of Centralia and J. Patrick of Dayton Beach, FL; three grandchildren: Annie Payne and husband Eric of Oak Harbor, WA, Katie Ryan and Sean Ryan and wife Rhonda all of Centralia; five great-grandchildren: Abigail Payne, Emelyn Payne both of Oak Harbor, WA, Erika Ryan, Kayla Ryan and Nicole Ryan all of Centralia; several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and two brothers: Summers Daniel Parker and W.H. “Red” Parker; two sisters: Merle Anderson and Louise Melby.Pauline attended high school in Lisbon Louisiana, where she and her sister Louise played on a state championship girls basketball team. She then moved to Centralia, where she graduated from Centralia high School in 1942. Upon graduation, she began her career in records and book keeping for the United States Government at Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Following W.W.II, she returned to Centralia, where she was the office manager for Parker Bros. Inc, Copple Contracting, and Central States Environmental Services, from which she retired. Pauline was an active member of the Centralia Junior Womens club, where she made many lasting friendships. After retirement, Pauline moved to Paris, Tennessee and then later to Whidbey Island, Washington. Pauline was a lifelong sports fan, and seldom missed a televised Kentucky Wildcat basketball game. She especially enjoyed time with her family, and was able to spend many days with her great grandchildren.Upon Mrs. Ryan’s wishes, she will be cremated and Private Family Services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the American Red Cross and will be received at Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home in Centralia, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com

Pauline Ryan

May 30, 1924 - May 29, 2012