Debra L. Ryan, 59, of Atkinson, NH, passed away on Monday, July 26, 2021, at Lahey Hospital in Burlington, MA.

Born and raised in Lawrence, MA, she was the daughter of the late Philip and Dorothy (Fournier) Ryan. Deb was a graduate of St. Mary's High School in Lawrence and Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill, MA. She has worked as a nurse's aide for many years at Exeter Hospital.

Deb enjoyed going to the beach with her friends and family and enjoyed time in her garden. She was an avid bowler participating in league competition. Most importantly she enjoyed getting together to just spend time with her friends and family.

Deb will be sadly missed and cherished in the hearts of her family, sons, Ryan Bushnell and his girlfriend, Courtney Garvey of Atkinson, Sean Bushnell and his wife, Kerrie of Dracut, MA, brothers, Danny Ryan of Florida, Gary Ryan of Methuen, MA, sister, Gloria Ryan of Methuen, fiancé, Kevin Welch of Canton, MA.

Relatives and friends are invited to Calling Hours from 4 pm to 8 pm on Friday July 30, 2021, at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main St., Plaistow, NH.

In lieu of flowers please donate in Deb's memory to Susan G. Komen Foundation, 13770 Noel Road, Suite 801889, Dallas, TX 75380 or by visiting www.komen.org