Nathan J. Ryan

Nathan J. Ryan, 22, died unexpectedly on August 25, 2025, at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. Born in Springfield on November 18, 2002, he is the beloved son of Jill M. Beaudette of Chicopee and Jonathan P. Ryan of Springfield.

Nathan had lived in South Hadley prior to moving to Chicopee 15 years ago. He attended Chicopee High School and proudly played football and basketball for both South Hadley and Chicopee. He enjoyed attending car meets and shows and, when he was younger, loved riding his BMX bike.

Nathan was loved by all who were lucky enough to meet him and will be remembered for his big heart and big smile. He was a devoted uncle always ready to bring joy and laughter to those around him.

In addition to his parents, Nathan is survived by his grandparents, Kim Cote and Dave Hiller of Wilbraham, Wayne Beaudette of Florida, Tracy and Dave Beauregard of East Longmeadow, and Bob Brunault. He is also survived by his uncles: Chad Beaudette and his wife Michelle and their children Trevor and Lexi of Chicopee, and Matthew Beaudette and his wife Samantha and their children Wyatt and Emma of Ludlow. He leaves behind his half-sisters, Lawson and Maci Ryan, and his half-brother, Wyatt Ryan.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Calling Hours for Nathan on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Nowak Funeral & Cremation Services with a Prayer Service to follow at 4:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Nathan’s memory to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), PO Box 424053, Washington, DC 20042-4053 (or online at aafa.org).

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