I did not know Ryan very well, but do remember that he always had a smile on his face and made those around him smile as well.  May you be comforted and know that there are many thinking of and praying for you at this difficult time.

Heartfelt condolensces to the Ransdell family for your loss. Ryan was such a great guy to know. I will never forget the sound of his voice and the energy he had for life. He will be dearly missed but celebrated for a life full of joy and blessings to those around him. God Bless and Rest In Peace Ryan.

I was very fortunate to have a cousin like Ryan. He was a awesome guy to know and always brought a smile to everyones face that knew him. He is missed by many. Thoughts and prayers for all the family and friends.

 Deborah & family:  There are not enough of the right words that would ease the pain you are going through at this time.  Just know that our prayers are with you all.
Fred & Carol Wiessing - Springfield, IL

Sheila and I are heartbroken of the news of Ryan's passing.  We have you in our prayers.  Jim and Sheila Roppa

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time. I remember Ryan from grade school and growing up in South Shores. May you be comforted by all the wonderful memories that Ryan gave you. May God comfort you and keep you close.

Gary and Janet, We are very sad to   hear of your loss.We never had the pleasure of meeting Ryan. I'm sure he was a great person.  You have our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Fond memories of Ryan back in the South Shores days...Prayers for family and friends are being sent your way.

We are so sorry to hear about Ryan. Even though we didn't know him very well...He always had a smile, a hug, and a story to make us laugh when we were lucky enough to see him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ryan's entire family.

Our hearts hurt and there is a big hole left in our family with the passing of Ryan.  His infectious love of life, his big heart, and his gift for telling stories until everyone laughed so hard they cried can not be replaced!  But boy does it make for great memories!  Ryan will always live on in our thoughts and in our hearts.  Dear Deb and family you are the first thing we think about in the mornings when we wake up and are constantly in our prayers.  We so wish we could be there!  All Our Love,

So sorry for the loss of your son, we will keep you in our prayers.

jim and Karen Gogerty

Our deepest condolences to you and your family.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your difficult time.

Sincerely,
AG&M
Aurora Huerta

Gary
Jan and I were saddened to read of Ryan's passing. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and Jan, Phil, Rhett and Debbie in the coming days. I'll talk to you when you get back to Decatur.

Keith & Jan Taylor

Gary & the Family,

I wish to express my deepest sympathy with the passing of Ryan.  May those fond memories of him provide you comfort and strength each day.  He is now a guardian angel watching over all of us.  He touched many lives and will never be forgotten.  Although his time was all too short on this Earth, he was a special gift from God to everyone.

May God Bless!!

I grew up just a stone's throw from your house on Ridge Lane, on Ridgeway Drive.  I'm not sure if any of you would remember me now, as I was a little older than even the eldest Ransdell son.  But I remember seeing you all around in the "hood" countless times in those days.  (My goodness, I think Deb and Gary were daily fixtures on the SS Park tennis courts!)  And you all were always kind to me.  I am sorry to have to be writing this at this time, but want you all to know my thoughts are with you at this time of deep loss.  Ryan certainly lived a wonderful life and enriched the lives of countless others.  Be proud, thankful and never stop loving.

Ryan had a rare ability to make you feel like you were his best friend from the moment you met him. He brought lots of laughter and fun to so many.
My heart and thoughts are with the family and friends.  Gonna miss you bro.

Gary, My prayers go to you and Janet,in this terrible loss. I didn't know Ryan, but he takes after you. May God help you and your family find some peace.

Ryan,
I am and always will be proud to be your Aunt and "your biggest fan". You have an amazing family and wonderful friends I'm honored to be part of it. You are truly one of a kind and will be missed more than words can describe. Your "Unc" and I love you dearly and we will cherish our memories and you will live in our hearts forever.  
Pattie

To the Ransdell Family.
  We are so sorry to hear about your loss. May the soul of Ryan, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace, and may our Lord give his family the Peace & comfort they need to get them through this saddened time. You are all in our Prayers.

I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son Ryan.  My heart aches for the Ransdell family ... know you are in my thoughts and prayers!  With my sincere sympathy.

Cat. co-worker and friend

Our hearts go out to you, Debbie and to Gary & Janet and your families.  Ryan was such a happy and fun person and this world was a better place with him in it.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Dearest Deborah, I remember Ryan from your visits to Oak Lawn when we were children running around in the dark catching lighting bugs.  My heart goes out to you and your family.  We will be making a donation to our locale Hospice center in Ryan's name.  Love Julie Jetzer (Siemers) and family.

It is hard to put into words what Ryan meant to me and my family. He was such a huge part of our lives, and to say we will miss him is an understatement. He was the best friend with the biggest heart, and my life is so much better since he's been in it. His laugh was contagious, and he brought so much joy to all he knew! My heart goes out to his family. We all love you so much Ryan.

Deepest smypathy to Debbie and family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.  Love from Jean and Don Heaverlo,Jane, Paula (Kyle) And Ann-Maree (Dale) .Harvey, New Orleans.

Thinking of you during this time of your loss.  Jim and Janell Clayton  Decatur, IL

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Gary and Jan,
We were very sorry to hear of your loss.  Words cannot express how you must feel.  Our prayers are with you now and always.  May Ryan rest in peace with his grandpa's.  We love you.
Kris and Bob Sullivan

To my precious son-38 years ago our family received the most wonderful gift--a baby boy that enjoyed life from the very beginning--he found so much joy in whatever he was doing and with each person that came into his life became a friend. I am so proud of the man you became-the love you shared with us all, the laughter and for giving us so many wonderful memories!Today you are celebrating your 1st birtday in Heaven--My heart smiles when I think of you--I will love you forever.Your family and friends will never forget you----your mama

My heartfelt condolences goes out to the Ransdell and Scherer Family today.  Heaven gained one of its brightest stars and I'm sure Ryan is smiling down on the love that has poured out in his memory.  God Bless all of you....

We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers will go out to your family

Andrew Serrato and family, Im at a loss for words, this truley is one of the saddest times of my life. I'm also glad that I had the oppertunity to call Ryan a best friend and mentor in busniess and life. I will always love you bro and deepest condolences to Debra and all his fam......

Ryan you were truly unique in your own right.  I am proud to say you were my step-brother.  We miss you and love you.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all in the Ransdell family.  Carolyn Thommas Garrison.

Debbie, Jerry and I want to extend our deepest sorrow for your loss of Ryan.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  With Love, Jerry and Kathy (McQueen) Potter - Decatur, IL (kpotter48@comcast.net)

Thoughts and prayers to the Ransdell family. I have fond childhood memories of Ryan from South Shores Neighborhood and Park.

I am so sorry to hear about this tragic loss. Ryan was a great friend to everyone he knew. He was a well spirited, positive person. He put a smile on everyones face. This truely makes me sad. I have many, many great memories of Ryan. We had alot of fun times growing up in South Shores. I have no doubt that he is in Heaven watching over us all. We all love and will miss you Ryan. You brought happiness to everyone you knew. I am grateful to have known you. I wish I could be there to celebrate your life. My heart and prayers are with you and your family.

JANET AND GARY,  WE WERE SO SADDENED TO LEARN  OF THE LOSS OF RYAN. WE  WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR RYAN AND YOUR FAMILY. JIM AND COLLEEN KEYES

"Delightful" is the most appropriate adjective to describe Ryan.  Looking forward to meeting "up" again.

We extend sincere condolences to Ryan's entire family, and hold him and all of you in our prayers.

Thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. I have fond childhood memories of Ryan from South Shores and South Shores Park.

"Delightful" is the appropriate adjective to describe Ryan.  Looking forward to meeting "up" again.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Ransdell Family.  The Cooper kids (Richard, Reggie, and Randy) have a lot of memories playing ball at South Shores Park with Phil and Rhett.  Ryan was always right there hanging out with us.  He will be greatly missed!

Gary and Janet,
Phil and I were deeply sorry to learn of Ryan's death. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We know Ryan is in a better place, and God is looking out for you in this time of need.
Jennifer and Phil Cashen

Debbie,

So very sorry to hear of your loss. May happy memories of Ryan help ease your pain. It's been years since you and I played tennis together in Decatur, but I well remember your boys and all the conversations we had about them. My deepest sympathy to you and  your entire family.

Ryan was a light and a blessing to everyone around him.  He has become immortal. We love you, Bro.  It's gonna be quiet without you.  My prayers go out to Ryans family and friends

Mrs. Deborah,  there are no comforting words to give a mother when she has lost a child.  I cannot imagine your pain at this time.  Ryan always gave life and laughter to any moment or to any people he was with.  He loved you so very much, and told me numerous times of what a strong woman he thought you were after moving to New Orleans. I know that Ryan would not want your heart to hurt right now, but we all know that is something impossible. Ryan lived a life surrounded at all times by people who loved him very much.  He will be missed.  I could go on and on of all of the cheerleading memories made at Louisiana Tech.  He was so funny. He literally made every single practice something to look forward to, just because you knew Ryan would be there doing something hysterical. Although he got us in (fun) trouble with the coach quite often, it was always worth it in the end for some reason. And she always just shook her head at us as though to say, "What in the world am I going to do with you?".  I will send prayers your way as long as I am here. Be comforted in knowing that we have an amazing and loving Father in heaven that gave His only son, so that we all have a place saved by His side.  You will see Ryan again one day, I promise.
With all my sympathy,

Christine Musso Rotolo

Gary and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.  May God give you strength through this difficult time.
Rick and Becky Wayne

I never had the pleasure to meet Ryan personally, but my son Justin Taylor, talked of Ryan quite frequently.  He always spoke of Ryan's zest for life and how many lives he seemed to touch.  He also mentioned that no matter how rough things seemed to get, you would never know Ryan had a care in the world.  Based on Justin's narrative to his Mom, I feel as though Ryan touched my life also.  As a mother of a son so close in age, I can only offer my sincerest and deepest sympathy for you and your family during this difficult time.

I am very saddened to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to the entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Our family is here for you Debra.  Lets know anyway we can help.  Love you LOTS.  Our prayers our with you and your family. Ryan was a great and very funny person.  He will be missed.  Jade and Stephanie Chavez

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this sad time.  I had so much fun growing up with you guys in the old South Shores neighbohood Ryan will be greatly missed.

Matthew Dial

Deborah,
All the staff at Texas Society of Association Executives is thinking of you.
You always lit up when you talked about your family --  we wish you strength during this difficult time. May you lean on your faith, friends and family now.

Beth Brooks and TSAE staff

Gary and Janet - so sorry to hear of your loss -- my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Our family is so sorry to hear about the loss 
of Ryan. I remember playing sports with Phil and Rhett at South Shores and Ryan being right there with us. Watching every game, practice, whatever it was, he was there. Our prayers are with your family.

Gary and Janet,

You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your son.  Hold your memories as well as each other close to help you through the days to come.
You and your family our in our thoughts and prayers,
Sending hugs,

Steve, Dawn and girls

Our hearts go out to his family and everyone who knew and loved Ryan.....the sadness and pain is shared by so many!  Just the other day his brother said "He was a best friend to everyone he met!"  That was absolutely true!  We had soooo many great times together over the past 6 or so years here in Austin and a huge piece of our hearts are gone with him! One of a kind and will be sorely missed!  Love you my Brother!

Very saddened to hear about the loss of a longtime friend. My heart and prayers go out to the family of Ryan. He will be greatly missed and many many good memories will live on. Dannika Allard- Young(Decatur, IL)

In highschool and at LSU, my most memorable experiences involved Ryan's fearless spirit, genuine heart, and contagious laughter...he was one-of-a-kind.
Love and prayers to the entire family.

I was shocked and sad to hear about losing Ryan so early in his life.  What an entertainer and skilled craftsman he was. Wish I could be there Friday to celebrate his birthday and life.  Bless his family and close friends; he will be missed.

My heart has ached for days now and the news of Ryan passing just doesn't seem possible.  Full of life is an understatement and taken too soon is our reality.  Please know that Ryan's spirit will live in all of us ~ as we remember our times with him.  May God bless your family and blanket each one of you with His peace and understanding.

To the rest of Ryan's family and friends...I am so sorry for your loss.  From my family to yours...our prayers are with you at this time of loss.
Eric and Amelia (Zilz) Glasco (Decatur, IL)

Deb,
We are so sorry for the loss of your son, Ryan, he was always smiles.  We are praying for you in many ways now.  
Love your neighbors,
Emily, Brent & Ian

I was saddened to hear the news that Ryan has gone to spirit. I have great memories of our boys and the Ransdell boys running around our place and various soccer fields, burning with all the energy of the young. My sincere condolences to all the family members. John Niehay - Decatur, Illinois

We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ryan. Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.

A life cut short, but lived to it's fullest.
We miss you,
Uncle Steve

Gary, so very sorry to learn of the loss of your son.  I lost my 18 year old son in 1984 and my heart aches for you.  It never goes away....but the hideous pain does lessen. 
 Fondest Regards, Peggy Harper Sipes

Ms.Deborah, I have never met you but you hold a special place in our hearts.  We are the parents of Randy Payne and have heard so many good things about you and Ryan.  Randy would call and say what a great time he had at your home, Ryan was a good and true friend to Randy.  I know he is in the Lords' hands and will be well taken of.  Much love to you all.
Jean & Ralph Thomas (Payne)

I am so sorry to hear this terrible news.  It has been a long time since I had seen Ryan but he was a part of our family and will be missed.   I wish I could be there with you all.  Please know you are in my heart and prayers

I am very sorry for your loss.  You and your family are in my thoughts. - Natalie Gingrey (one of Gary's co-workers)

I am so sorry for your loss.  My heart is aching.  My prayers are with all of you.  I love you and God bless . . Bootsie

Ryan, 
You are terribly missed by everyone that knew you here on earth.  I know you'll bring a smile to everyone's face you meet in Heaven.  Much love to you, your family and all of your friends.

I offer my thoughts and prayers to Ryan and the entire family.  I pray that Ryan is in the arms of the Lord and that his family will find peace and that the pain they are feeling will be lessened.

My heart goes out to the entire family.  I only wish I could be there to say goodbye.

To Ryan's dear family and friends, and to my dear sister Karen and nephew Evan,  my family's sincerest condolences for the loss of a wonderful son, grandson, brother, friend and loved one.  My sister recently told me that no one made her laugh like Ryan and that it came from deep within her belly!  I love the Turkey Trot photo and I know Evan had such fun on the ranch 4 wheeling and just being a boy with Ryan who sounds like he was just a Big Kid at Heart!  I really want to be with my sister and nephew, the sadness for my sister has caused some stress issues that are hard to deal with physically.  We are praying for you all.  The Leonard Family, Susan, Bill, Matt, Molly and Amanda,       Auntie to Evan Michael, we love you buddy, so so sorry!

To all of the Ransdell/Overstreet family, my deepest sympathies with the tragic loss of Ryan..your son, brother, grandson...Deb, I have such fond memories of all of the boys "antics" when we both lived in Decatur and worked together in Springfield.  Ryan had grown to be a wonderful man and I know how proud of him you are. He will be missed each day by his many family members and friends.    Love, Elaine Miles Gay

I never had the pleasure of meeting Ryan, but I know he will be dearly missed by a huge amount of people, some who are great friends of mine.  Rest In Peace, and thank you for bringing so much joy to others while you were here.  Amen.

I am so sorry to hear about the loss.  My heart goes out to you, Debbie, and to all of the family.

Praying for Ryan and his family during this tough time.  Lots of memories made in South Shores and at Holy Family.  He will be missed!

I can't even believe I am writing a condolence for the death of Ryan.  This should not have happened to such a great guy!  Ryan you will be missed by so many.  I'm glad I have a ton of great memories growing up with you.  You, Justin and Shawn were three boys that ran South Shores and Holy Family. ;)

Remembering Ryan from our days at Eisenhower High School in Decatur, IL.  He was such a wonderful, caring and funny person.  My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time.

Ryan touched so many of our lives in such a profound way.  I feel blessed and honored to have know him for the short time that I did.  Rest in peace my friend, you will be missed by many forever.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ryan had an infectious personality and a wonderful free spirit. I have great childhood memories of his antics and adventures.  My heart goes out to you for this terrible loss and it is my prayer that your family will find peace.

Deb the prayers of many are with you at this difficult time. May you find comfort in the arms of your family and friends.

I didn't have the opportunity to meet Ryan, but have heard a lot about him through his room-mate David, who is a dear friend of mine.  My prayers go out to the Ransdell family. May God bless you all and comfort you during this time of loss.  Ryan will be remembered forever by those whose lives he has touched.....

Out deepest sympathy is with the family of Ryan. We remember the fun times in south shores park and little league. Michael & Judy Grossman

I was so sad to hear of Ryan's passing.  He was a good person and a great "Uncle" to Chance.  The stories he came home with every year when he, Ray and Ryan would go on vacation together would crack me up!  I will keep your family in my prayers.

What moves through you is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch. We don't understand why Ryan left this earth so soon, or before you were ready to say good bye, but little by little, you will remember not that Ryan died, but that he lived. And Ryan's life gave you memories too beautiful to forget.

Our hearts go out to all of you..just can't tell you how sorry we are.  Ryan was just such a neat, handsome, happy go lucky guy..with a personality that would win anyone over, my heart smiles when I think of him, he will be missed by all that knew him..we love you Ryan

I feel fortunate to have been a friend of Ryan.  He was an energetic and talented gentleman.  I was always smiling and laughing in his presence.  My heart goes out to his family and friends during this difficult time.

Words cannot express the sadness I feel over the news of Ryan's unexpected passing. May God comfort all of his family and friends who have cherished his life. Expecially to Deborah, my longtime special friend.. I love you and pray for God's comfort during this challenging time. I am sorry I am unable to be with you Friday, know you are in my thoughts and prayers! You are clearly one of the most incredible Mothers on the earth!

There are no words that will express how deeply sorry I am.  Please just know that even though I have have not seen Ryan in years - I hold such wonderful memories growing up and all the fun times we had.  I have no doubt that he touched many lives in the way he did mine and he will always bring a smile to my face when I think about him.  Nicki Mudd

We were so sorry when we heard the news.  Ryan was such a big part of our lives during his childhood.  He and Shawn were such great friends and they spent so much time together.  You have our prayers and deepest sympathy.  May he have eternal rest. 
The Bowman Family

Deborah,

Please accept my most heartfelt condolences to you for the loss of Ryan.  My prayer is that God grant you the peace that you deserve.  Tim and Jennifer Davis

Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I feel blessed to have spent a short amount of time with Ryan this summer in Decatur. I hadn't seen him in so many years but he was still the same Ryan. You will be missed.

I'm so sorry for the loss of Ryan. I knew Ryan for a bit growing up and he was a nice person. He will be missed. Tim W(Decatur,IL)

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Ryan. thought and prayers go out to his family 
he will be missed

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Ryan Garrett Ransdell

10 diciembre, 1972 – 5 diciembre, 2010

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