Ryan Jones

Ryan Jones

July 05, 1983 - November 01, 2016

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Ryan C. Jones, 33, of Albany, NY died on Tuesday, November 1, 2016.  A Celebration of Life and time of sharing will be held at 6:30 p.m. Monday, November 7, 2016 at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville.  Friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service on Monday at the funeral home.  Memorials may be made to the Ryan C. Jones Memorial Fund.  Online condolences may be made at www.melbyfh.com.

Ryan was born on July 5, 1983 in Winona, MN, the son of Randy and Debra (McDermott) Jones.  Ryan graduated from Hempstead High School, Dubuque, IA, in 2001.  He went to college at the University of Northern Iowa and graduated with a Master's Degree in Chemistry in 2008.  For the past eight years he had been working at Albany Molecular Research, Inc. in Albany, NY.  Ryan enjoyed kayaking, cats, tropical fish, amusement parks, and history.  You could always count on him for a solid analytical analysis of almost anything and good political debate.  Ryan also enjoyed craft beer and whiskey.  Though, the biggest joy in his life was being a father. 

He is survived by his daughter, Brianna Harris-Jones of Albany, NY; dad, Randy (Shirley) Jones of Waterloo, IA; step-dad, Joe Specht of Sherrill, IA; grandparents, Joyce McDermott of Platteville, WI; Evelyn Specht of Sherrill, IA; Suzanne Oshita of Cedar Falls, IA; four sisters, Rayna (Jennifer) McDermott of Memphis, TN; Joyce (Jason) Leininger of Denver, CO; Samantha (Chris) Ayers of Des Moines, IA; and Reiko (Wayne Cook) Jones of Cohoes, NY; as well as, aunts, uncles, and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his mom, Debbie Specht; grandparents, Barney McDermott, Bernice (Dutch) Jones, Jack Specht, and Phil Oshita.

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Shoshanna Coon
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Ryan was my student at UNI, and a very good one. He was the first graduate of our Professional Science Master's program, and turned that education into a great job. I recall most how thrilled he was when Brianna was born, and heard from him stories as she grew. I'm sorry to say we hadn't been in touch much lately. My deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Pershia W.
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Ryan: I will miss you, but I know you are in heaven with your mom. You were my neighbor, but you were also my friend for the past 8 years and I will miss you. You were such a joyous, kind and just the most generous neighbor. Rest in Peace my friend. Dear Brianna, family, friends and all who respected and loved him: He felt the love from you all, but at this time please accept my deepest condolences to you all during this very difficult time. I will continue to pray for you all.
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Sandy and Dave Olsen
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Joyce, Jason and Family, We are so very sorry for the loss of Ryan. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Our love, Sandy & Dave Olsen & Family
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David Keller
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I worked with Ryan for close to three years. He was good at his job and had a positive, if not sometimes synical outlook on situations, but in the end tackled problems in an efficient matter. I remember him as a guy that could smile and laugh regardless of the situation, we often joked at some of the un-needed tasks he would be asked to do in his group, but he would be sure in the end to accomplish th work I n as smart and efficient matter as he could. We shared a bit of a kinship as we both lived in Iowa prior to moving to Albany to work for AMRI. My condolences to Ryan's family, and my respects for molding and raising such a good guy.
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The Minissale family
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My family and I were friends with Ryan for only a short time, but sometimes that's all that is needed for a person to make an impact on your life. Ryan was that kind of person. He was a brilliant young man with a personality that matched his wit. He was a kind, loving man with a good heart and a good soul. We can't help but feel a tremendous loss knowing that we will not feel his worldly presence again, but until we meet again Ryan, know that your memory is forever in our hearts.
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Jan Thompson
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To all the loved ones of Ryan, I am so saddened by this tragic loss. May you find peace in your own time. I think you know he would want you to continue on with his great spirit in your heart and lives. May God's Love offer you solace.

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