Louise A Ryan, 76, of Abilene passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021.

She was born May 8, 1944 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the daughter of James B. and Regina Cooper. Growing up in Tewksbury, MA, Louise attended local schools and graduated from Tewksbury High School.

She was an airline stewardess traveling throughout and on August 7, 1967 she was united in marriage with John E Ryan. Most of their married life was spent in Abilene.

She enjoyed raising greyhounds with her family and after retiring she worked for the Doocy's at the Best Western Inn and Danner Funeral Home.

Louise was preceded in death by her parents; one sister; one brother and husband John E Ryan in 2015.

She is survived by daughter Lynn Marie Ryan of Newburyport, MA; two sons, John E. Ryan JR. and Michael J. "Mick" Ryan, both of Abilene.

The family has chosen cremation. No local services are planned. A celebration of life is planned for a later date. In lieu of memorials the family asks to please adhere to the CDC guidelines following the Abilene city ordinance, by wearing masks to prevent COVID-19 from spreading further and honoring, respectfully, the diligence of all healthcare workers during the pandemic.

Ryan Mortuary, Salina, is handling arrangements.

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 </figure>Louise A Ryan, 76, of Abilene passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021.She was born May 8, 1944 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the daughter of James B. and Regina Cooper. Growing up in Tewksbury, MA, Louise attended local schools and graduated from Tewksbury High School.She was an airline stewardess traveling throughout and on August 7, 1967 she was united in marriage with John E Ryan. Most of their married life was spent in Abilene.She enjoyed raising greyhounds with her family and after retiring she worked for the Doocy's at the Best Western Inn and Danner Funeral Home.Louise was preceded in death by her parents; one sister; one brother and husband John E Ryan in 2015.She is survived by daughter Lynn Marie Ryan of Newburyport, MA; two sons, John E. Ryan JR. and Michael J. "Mick" Ryan, both of Abilene.The family has chosen cremation. No local services are planned. A celebration of life is planned for a later date. In lieu of memorials the family asks to please adhere to the CDC guidelines following the Abilene city ordinance, by wearing masks to prevent COVID-19 from spreading further and honoring, respectfully, the diligence of all healthcare workers during the pandemic.Ryan Mortuary, Salina, is handling arrangements.