Looking for Help Tracing My 3rd Great-Grandfather and His Family – Michael Ryan (1798–1840)

Hello, everyone!

I’m currently researching my paternal family tree, and I’m hoping to trace additional family members related to my 3rd great-grandfather, Michael Ryan (born around 1798 in Ireland). Here’s what I know so far:

• Michael Ryan was born around 1798 in Ireland.
• He married Mary Hanley (1801–1863) around 1825 in Ireland.
• Michael passed away on 14 September 1840 in an accident at Newport Docks (Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales) and was buried at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Stow Hill, Newport, on 19 September 1840.

Michael and Mary had several children:

• John (Bryan) Ryan (1814–1867) – Born in Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales.
• Patrick Ryan (1824–1872) – Born in Rusheen, Borrisoleigh, Tipperary, Ireland.
• Mary Ann Ryan (1829–1881) – Born in Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales.
• Ellen Ryan/Bryan (1831–1849) – Born in Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales.
• Sarah Ryan (1832–1862) – Born in Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales.
• Bridgett Ryan (1835–1872) – Born in Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales.

I’m trying to trace further information about Michael’s ancestors and descendants, and I’d love to connect with anyone researching these names or places.

Questions I have:

• Are there any records (e.g., parish, church, or census records) that could help me learn more about Michael’s parents or his early life in Ireland?
• Have you come across any connections to the Ryan, Hanley, or Bryan families in Newport, Monmouthshire or Borrisoleigh, Tipperary?
• Is anyone researching similar family lines, or does anyone have resources to suggest, such as immigration/emigration records, birth/marriage/death certificates, or family trees that may be connected?

Any advice, resources, or tips would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you in advance for your help!