We are deeply sorrowed with the passing of Ryan. He was a fine son, brother, and friend. His short life was witness to everyone about how to treat others and love everyone. He will be missed.
Even though I never met you, I feel like I know you because of the stories my mom would tell me about Ryan and my sister, Suzy. I am writing this for Suzy. With deepest sympathy.
Sincerely, Patti.
Ryan,
Yesterday, when my mom told me that you were no longer here; that you were with my dad, grandmothers and aunt, I was so sad. I didn't want to get out of bed. Mom made me get up at 12:00, but I didn't say anything. Then my sister came over and washed my hair and put make up on me so I was all pretty because we were having a get together with my brother because he was here from Poland for a week - he goes back tonight. Remember he moved here with his family for his job. After my sister was all done fixing me up, all I wanted to do was go back to bed, so she let me, but was upset that I messed everything up! When Patti was washing my hair she told me I should give you one real big kiss, so it gets to heaven. So I did and then we laughed because I almost slid off the chair! I hope you got it! (the kiss). I am so glad that I got to spend sometime with you in the hospital. I really think your roommate was jealous of all the kisses you got! I miss you on the bus. It is so lonely without you. Everyday I got on the bus I'd say, uh oh and throw kisses and then my mom had to tell me, no that you were still sick and not on the bus. Nobody talks to me like you did. You made that ride special! You are my "best bus buddy”! I will miss you terribly! You will forever be in my heart!
Even though I never met you, I feel like I know you because of the stories my mom would Given Ryan's special needs, he was the friendliest guy you wanted to know; he always had a smile for you. While I'll remember Ryan in many different ways, the one that I think I'll recall the most was him helping his "Gamma S" with the sequined calendars that she made as Christmas gifts. He picked out the shiny sequins for her and then once all were done, the 15-20 calendars were placed on the bed and Ryan got to choose who got which calendar; he just loved to do that with Gamma S. I truly feel blessed to have known Ryan; he will surely be missed by many many people. My deepest sympathy and love are extended to Rich, Sharon, Trisha & Kerry; he will always be in our hearts.
Marlowe and I send our deepest sympathy to you on Ryan's passing. He was a sweet, friendly young man and will be missed. May you find comfort that Ryan is now with God and may you find strength in the love and thoughts of family and friends.
When we found out he was hospitalized (through Margaret), we all said our prayers for him.
As I told Christopher and Stephanie that Ryan was in the hospital, you could just see their eyes widen and their hearts show that they were concerned. They both loved seeing Ryan come into the school when they were at Rockland.
As I worked with Ryan at Kutztown, when I brought a student from Fleetwood, I always enjoyed seeing his smiling face. He was always a fun student to be around!
Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers!
We are reaching out to you, through our prayers, that you may feel the support and comfort from the many friends you have that are surrounding you with their love. It is totally unimaginable, to me, to have any of our children pass away. I have read the Morning Call Tributes to your son and sounds like you had down a wonderful job in raising a beautiful child and a loving family. It is our prayer that you feel our loving God guiding your path, in the coming days, and that you feel His loving arms wrapped around all of you and gives you strength.
The Knauss Family, Jack, Elaine, Cathy, Richard, Daniel, and Steve
It seems like yesterday when I was working with this sweet little 3 year old boy at the Easter Seals building. He was such a gentle soul. My sympathy is with you but know his memory will continue to live on.
