RTE have unveiled their poignant tribute to Gerry – a plaque outside their radio headquarters.
The 2FM legend was remembered by his radio pals in a special ceremony at 11am this morning, with his family at the unveiling last night.
It shows his name – just Gerry – along with his famous catchphrase: “The Ryan Line is open.”
RTEÂ said: “At 6pm yesterday evening a bronze tile was laid in memory of the late Gerry Ryan – outside the Radio Centre.
Memorial: RTE put the plaque outside their studios
“The Ryan family were present to mark the occasion, and were involved in the selection and design of this Bronze Tile in memory of Gerry. At the request of the family, the unveiling of the tile was kept private and low key.”
Bosses wanted to properly honour the Montrose star, who left fans devastated after he tragically died in 2010.
Previously it had been claimed they were set to build a gold life-sized statue of Gerry, but they only spent €5,000 on it.
RTE said the plaque, Patrick O’Reilly, is a “fitting” tribute to Gerry – who is still extremely missed.
Much loved: Gerry tribute is now on display in RTEÂ | RTE
They added that it is a “fitting way for his colleagues to remember him each day on their way to and from work.”
In a statement, they said: “The loss of Gerry, to this day, is still huge to Irish Radio, RTE, Gerry’s colleagues, his friends and most importantly to his family.
“Bearing this in mind the artist responsible, Patrick O’Reilly, a personal friend of Gerry’s and the Ryan family, was able to produce this tile with Gerry in mind.
“How fitting that the words Gerry and The Ryan Line is open are significant and strong enough for people to know exactly who they refer to immediately.”
Pals: Ryan Tubridy and other radio stars were at memorial
Recently, Ryan Tubridy told of his delight at the memorial finally coming together – making sure the presenter is never forgotten.
He said: “Gerry should always be remembered in RTE and I’ll be there when this Gerry tribute is unveiled, saluting a dear friend who should never be forgotten.”
He added: “Gerry was not just an iconic figure in Irish broadcasting, for me he was a mentor and a close, close friend.”
