Ramsey Train Victim's Friends Start Donation Campaign For His Son, 5

The close friends of a borough man who was struck and killed by a NJ Transit train last week have started a campaign to raise money for his 5-year-old son.

Thomas L. Ryan, 27, died shortly after he was struck and killed Thursday near a crossing for the Main Street station, authorities said. The train was traveling between Hoboken and Suffern, New York. No one on the train was injured.

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“Tommy was a beloved friend to dozens, a dependable brother, a cherished son, and an outstanding father to Jack,” said Mark Scattene, creator of the GoFundMe page said. “As friends of Tommy’s, we look to repay him for all the countless laughs and good times by helping secure Jack’s future.”

Thirty-six people have donated $3,700 to the fund since it went live Sunday night. The goal is to raise $25,000.

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PHOTO: Thomas L. Ryan, 27, and his son, Jack. Courtesy of Mark Scattene