Peter Ryan
Australian rules footballer and police officer
About Peter Ryan
Lived 1936 – 2021 (aged 84). Peter Ryan was an Australian australian rules football player and police officer.
Peter Francis Ryan (13 September 1936 – 12 August 2021) was an Australian rules footballer who played with South Melbourne in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Ryan was also a policeman, reaching the rank of Chief Superintendent, and was heavily involved in the Victoria Police Legacy organisation to assist the families of police who have died, similar to service that Legacy Australia provides to members of the armed forces.
For more than 18 years he volunteered to coach the Sacred Heart Mission football and cricket teams.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Peter Ryan?
Australian rules footballer and police officer (1936-2021)
When was Peter Ryan born?
Peter Ryan was born on 13 September 1936.
When did Peter Ryan die?
Peter Ryan died on 12 August 2021.
What was Peter Ryan's occupation?
Peter Ryan was an australian rules football player and police officer.
What nationality was Peter Ryan?
Peter Ryan was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Peter Ryan (footballer, born 1936)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Peter Ryan. https://biography.guide/peter-ryan/
MLA: "Peter Ryan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/peter-ryan/.
Chicago: "Peter Ryan." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/peter-ryan/.
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