Barbara Ann Ryan, 59 of Wethersfield, CT passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 13, 2016. at Hartford Hospital with her loving family by her side. Born in Lynn, Massachusetts, Barbara was the daughter of Andrew Condos and Shirley Wilson with whom she resided with. Barbara spent most of her childhood growing up in Coventry, CT. Later she moved to Vermont where she raised her family. In 2009, Barbara returned to CT after a surgical procedure left her paralyzed. She continued to live with dignity and grace. Her quiet strength and determination was admired by all. She was happiest when she finally returned home to live with her family in June of 2014. Barbara is an example of living life to its fullest, even in the most difficult of times. Her body may have been broken, but her spirit never was. Barbara was a proud 20 year employee of K-MART in Burlington, VT, where she held the position of manager. She was known for her excellent work ethic, kind heart, and compassion for others. Barbara loved her family and close friends. She enjoyed camping, family picnics, watching her soaps, and painting. Most of all, Barbara will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister. She was happiest spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Barbara is survived by her mother, Shirley Wilson of Wethersfield, CT, son Albert Clapper and daughter -in-law Danielle and grandchildren Addison and Jackson of Miami, FL, and grandson Gage Clapper of Vermont, son Dwight Clapper and daughter-in-law Angela and grandchildren Mark and Andrew of Swanton, VT. She is also survived by sisters, Linda Gagne (Alfred) of Alameda, CA, Pamela Peck (Gary) of Belleview, FL, Carlene Brigham, (George) of Grand Isle, VT, Gail Bernier, of Summerfield, FL, and Tammy Medonis (William Beardsley) of Wethersfield, CT, and brothers, Michael Jackson (Rhonda) of Nashua, NH and Mark Jackson of Manchester, CT, sister Shelley Condos and brother Nick Condos of Colorado. Barbara also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and close friends, especially Mike and Nancy Barkyoumb of Swanton, VT. She was predeceased by her father, Andrew Condos, and her sister Sandra Bernier. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the Hospital for Special Care staff, especially Stacy Phillips APRN, Betsey (RN), Dr. Paul Scalise, and many of the nurses and nurses' aides who provided excellent care and Hartford Hospital, 11 ICU, 9 ICU, and the 7th floor ICU where Barbara passed away peacefully. As well as Interim Health Care for the excellent nursing home care services that were provided. The funeral will begin Monday, March 21st, 9:30 AM at the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Turnpike, Wethersfield, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, 11 AM, St. Lawrence O'Toole Church, 494 New Britain Ave., Hartford. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, March 20, from 2-5 PM at the funeral home. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Hospital for Special Care, 2150 Corbin Ave, New Britain, CT 06053. To share a memory with the family please visit www.dillonbaxter.com.