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Former Conn. Gov. Rowland's stepson dies

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Published: Aug. 23, 2008 at 2:43 PM

NEW HAVEN, Conn., Aug. 23 (UPI) -- Former Connecticut Gov. John G. Rowland's stepson has died of unspecified causes at a hospital in Waterbury, Conn., a spokesman says.

A St. Mary's Hospital spokesman said Ryan P. Largay died Friday after the 23-year-old was rushed to the facility for treatment for reported breathing problems, The Hartford (Conn.) Courant reported Saturday.

Rowland said in a statement that the son if his wife Patricia would be missed.

"We have lost a wonderful young man, after a long illness. He was surrounded by his loving family and we appreciate the love, the prayers and support of so many people," the former governor said.

Current Connecticut Gov. M. Jodi Rell also offered his condolences in a statement, calling Largay's death "heartbreaking news," the Courant reported.

"This is heartbreaking news. The death of a child brings unspeakable grief and my thoughts and prayers are with the Rowland and Largay families on their profound loss," Rell said.

Topics: Jodi Rell, M. Jodi Rell
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