Ryan Scott Meyer

Ryan Scott Meyer was born in Rochester, Michigan December 1, 1974. He arrived in the midst of a snowstorm which dropped 19" of snow. The snow prevented the doctor from getting to the hospital, but it didn't stop Ryan from coming into the world.

As a child, Ryan loved swimming, skiing, riding bikes and horses, and making friends. He graduated from Columbine High School with honors in 1993. He received a scholarship to Metro State College with hopes of receiving a degree in finance.

In 1994, Ryan's genetic disease created the need for a tracheotomy which Ryan would rely on for the rest of his life. From that point on, he was no longer able to participate in many of his favorite ventures and became an enthusiastic spectator. He continued to learn about everything he could from sports and entertainment to politics and business and everything in between. His disposition in life never diminished his spirit and he continued to shine a light on everyone he met.

On May 18th, 2015, Ryan passed on to a better place after defying the odds for more than 40 years.

He is preceded in death by his sister Kira Lynn, nephew Kaanan and grandfathers Marvin Meyer and Clark Trenhaile. He is survived by his parents Randy and Carolynn, his brother Jason (Regina), sister Kaitlyn (Jacob) Eustice, Kameron and Sofia Meyer, his nephew and niece, and his grandmothers Cathern Meyer and Helen Trenhaile.

Friends and family may participate in Ryan’s funeral service on Saturday, May 23, 2015 at 10:00am at Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary, 6601 South Colorado Blvd in Centennial, Colorado. There will be a visitation from 9:00-10:00am.

“You know what you should do…” Ryan has asked that memorial contributions may be made in his memory to ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105 [email protected]