Gerald Ryan Ottenheimer QC (June 4, 1934 – January 18, 1998) was a Canadian politician and Senator. Ottenheimer, was the scion of one of Newfoundland's wealthiest family. His grandfather was prosperous fishing magnate James M. Ryan. He was born London, England, the son of Frederick and Marguerite (Ryan) Ottenheimer, he was educated at the University of Rome, University of Paris, University of Cambridge, Memorial University of Newfoundland, and Fordham University.