Gerry Ryan, a former striker for Brighton & Hove Albion, passed away at the age of 68. Ryan, who came to the team from Derby County in 1978, made 199 appearances and scored 39 goals.
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Additionally, Ryan made 19 appearances for the Republic of Ireland national team, sharing the field with Liam Brady, a former midfielder for West Ham United, Juventus, Arsenal, and more. Brady called Ryan a “influential figure.”
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Ryan and his wife Simeon acquired and managed The Witch Inn in Lindfield, West Sussex, after Ryan’s retirement from the professional game. He frequently participated for The Witch in the Sunday League in Lewes. Ryan experienced a stroke on August 18, 2007, and was subsequently hospitalized.
Gerry Ryan (footballer) cause of death: What happened to Gerry Ryan?
Ryan experienced a stroke on August 18, 2007, and was subsequently hospitalized. Ryan chose to sell The Witch because his left side was still weak after his stroke recovery. He was reported to have passed away on October 15, 2023, at the age of 68.
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