"omg~little Nancy-I was shocked and overwhemled when I found out she died. She was brilliant,caring professional and tough. I had been her Father Frankie Tomasellos' girlfriend when I first met her. She lit up a room! I loved her and we spoke about 2 mos. before she passed. I will miss her so much and my condolences to Mike and Paula and family. You are for sure in heaven with not only god but your Father who looked for you for years. We both loved you so. I do want Paula to know our last conversation she spoke of how proud she was of you. Until we meet again Nanc. I will miss you and our conversations. Love always; Eileen Janick"
In loving memory of
Nancy Marie Ryan
April 16, 1948 - May 1, 2012
Nancy M. Ryan
Mrs. Nancy Ryan, of Port Washington and formerly of Cincinnati, OH, passed away May 1, 2012 at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton after a long battle with cancer. She was 64 years old. Nancy was born April 16, 1948 in Milwaukee, the daughter of Frank Tomasello and Viola Arbuckle. Nancy grew up in Milwaukee with her mother and step-father, Viola and Jerry Schilz. She was a graduate of Good Samaritan School of Nursing in Cincinnati, OH. On April 13, 1974 she was united in marriage with Paul Ryan. For many years, Nancy worked as a psychiatric nurse at St. Alphonsus Hospital in Port Washington, Columbia St. Mary's in Mequon and St. Michael's Hospital in Milwaukee. Both on and off the job, she cared selflessly for others. She enjoyed being with her pet dogs, horseback riding, riding her motorcycle, and being in nature. Nancy is survived by her husband Paul "Mike" of Port Washington, daughter Paula Ryan (fiancé Jason Beinemann) of Port Washington, step-daughter Lori (James) Turner of FL, 3 step-grandchildren, sisters Pam (Dennis) Roe and Barbara (Gary) Pluster, both of Sussex, brothers-in-law Ryan Mills and Daniel (Julie) Mills, other relatives and many close friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Frank and Viola, step-father Jerry, sister Debbie Schilz, brother-in-law Bryan Mills, and sister-in-law Patsy Ryan. Funeral Services will be held at 1:15PM on Friday, May 4 at Immanuel Cemetery in Cedarburg. The family will receive visitors at Eernisse Funeral Home, 1167 Washington Ave., Cedarburg on Friday, May 4 from 12 noon-1PM, leaving in procession for Immanuel Cemetery at 1PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Allay Hospice or the American Cancer Society. The Eernisse Funeral Home, Cedarburg is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com .
Tributes
"I loved my sister and will miss her always.In our younger years, She was BEST Barb"
"The sadness I feel is overwhelming. I can't put into words what she meant to me. I miss her spirit. A part of me is gone. I loved her dearly. My deepest sympathies, Mike and Paula. She was one special woman."
"My deepest sympathies to Mike, Paula and all of Nancy's family and friends. I worked with Nancy at Good Sam when she and Mike lived in Cincinnati. Even though that was over 35 years ago, the memories are still fresh and sweet. She was one of a kind and my life is richer for having known her. "
"Thank you for the photos.My brother and I knew Nancy during her time in Cincinnati.It was an honor to be her friend.We loved her very much."
"I will miss my dear cousin Nancy. You were always so sweet to everyone. I enjoyed visiting with you and wish we could have talked more often. I will miss you. "
"Condolences to the surviving family. Nancy was always one of my favorite cousins/friends. Though we lost touch in our adult lives, she will be missed. Larry and Celie Schilz"
"Very sorry to hear of the passing of my cousin Nancy. She always had a kind word or needed to know about my brothers and sisters when we met - unfortunately usually at Schilz family funerals. Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to her family along with sister's Barb and Pam.
She was way too young and will certainly have a place in heaven with her sister Debbie and folks."
"I met Nancy in 1990 when I came to work at Columbia St. Mary's in Ozaukee. We became instant friends, sharing our love for books, wild life,rummaging for the old things others enjoyed before us, Door County, but mostly, Clint Eastwood. How I envied the LARGE cutout of him she kept in her bedroom (given to her by a dear friend of hers ). Nancy taught me many things, the most important being to " Watch out for those bad eyes". I still use that one today. Nancy, I love you and will miss you. "
"nancy was my sisters lifelong best friend, she was my favorite hippie, she would let me tag along to cool off then in cincinnati with them. she changed my life in ways I can never thank her enough for. nancy took many many secrets to her grave.. I never realized she share the same birthday as my mother.. I bet theyre havin a great time now, and I bet were all in big trouble. rest in peace nancy, you deserve it... love meg"
"I worked with Nancy for several years at Good Samaritan Hospital's O'Connell Unit. She was a great mentor and friend! I loved working with her and learned a lot from her, especially techniques for working with people in a psychiatric setting. Nancy had the unique gift of compassion, tempered with a "no-nonsense" approach to wellness. In recent years, since she moved to Port Washington, I've enjoyed keeping in touch with her via Christmas cards and notes. I loved her dearly and will greatly miss her!"
"Nancy was a spitfire! Our mutual friend, Bonnie, introduced us back in 1970 in Madison, WI while Nancy was visiting from Cinci. We instantly clicked and have remained friends, even though from a distance (as I live in AZ). Upon moving to AZ in '73 - our very first stop was in Cinci to visit Mike & Nancy! From women's weekend to being an ardent Clint Eastwood fan - Nancy was always the life of the party! She visited Bisbee, AZ in '79, and we got together periodically thru the years. She was immensely proud of her daughter, Paula, and we talked about our children to each other many times. Her and Mike were a 'force' and I was so pleased to see them 'be there' for one another though out the years. Nancy will be remembered for her courage and fight, but also for her dedication to family and nursing. Much love and thoughtful prayers to Paula, Mike, and extended family at the loss of an exceptional mother, wife, sister, and dear friend. Shirley Rankin"