Ryan Grant Tull

Ryan Grant Tull was a natural leader whose winning presence allowed him to take control of various situations with ease. Equipped with a clear and calculating focus, he possessed a tough-minded, “take charge” attitude. He had the ability to make even routine situations seem exciting, and he was at ease with the role of playing problem solver. Ryan always sought out the scene of where the action was. Sociable, analytical and pleasant, Ryan was an individual who enjoyed life’s challenges.      Ryan was born on April 21, 1985 at Prince George Regional Hospital in Prince George, British Columbia, to his parents Don and Linda Tull. Ryan was raised in Prince George, British Columbia. Always able to express himself well, Ryan possessed strong interpersonal skills. He was optimistic in his outlook on life and was able at all times to be open and direct in his communication. Armed with a great wit, Ryan was raised to be accepting of others and to implement a strong personal work ethic.      Blessed with a balanced attitude, Ryan was able to relate well with others. His occasional role as family mediator gave him the opportunity to ease tense situations when they occurred. Ryan was raised with his sister Jennifer. Ryan had a strong desire to be treated fairly and would readily offer others the same fairness in return.      As a young child, Ryan showed his creative ability in many ways. He was outgoing and animated. Ryan enjoyed new activities and pursued a variety of interests. He took part in soccer, t-ball, tennis, skateboarding, biking, swimming, horseback riding, skiing, snowboarding, football and BMX biking. He belonged to cubs, scouts and cadets. In his spare time he liked fly tying. Ryan's memorable achievements included winning trophies at BMX competitions.      Known to others as a focused, logical, open-minded and somewhat driven individual, Ryan was able to utilize these qualities to succeed in high school. His curious nature was spurred by his ability to maximize his personal learning style through employing a hands-on approach. He was good with facts and had an excellent memory. He graduated from Prince George Senior Secondary in 2003. He enjoyed some courses more than others, having favorite classes and teachers. His favorite class in high school was woodworking. The teacher he enjoyed learning from the most was Mr. Manhas.       Friends and acquaintances found Ryan an easy man to get to know, and those close to him would often praise his open, practical style of communication and relaxed approach to life in general. Ryan was uncomplicated and straightforward in his relationships, which allowed him to accept people for what they were. While growing up, some of his best friends were Tyler Johnston, Dale Bullis and Paul Belsham. Later in life, he became friends with Ryan (Ernie) Urness, Colt Christenson, Darren Knight, Kevin Cutler, Kevin Floe and too many more to list. He just added more while keeping his friends from childhood.      Ryan was a flexible worker who was able to draw the best from others around him. A persuasive individual who was quick to make necessary decisions, Ryan’s strengths included being able to think on his feet. He could be a leader who sought impact for his decisions. Gifted with an incredible ability to read body language, Ryan was able to positively manipulate situations and motivate others in order to get a task completed. He was a good negotiator who enjoyed new challenges. Ryan could multi-task, and he was endowed with entrepreneurial spirit, allowing him to think beyond standard norms when it came to resolving issues in his work environment. His primary occupation was Apprentice Arborist. He was also employed for 3 1/2 years in the tree business.      Ryan enjoyed his leisure time by taking part in various hobbies. He had something of an artistic flair in many of the things that he did. He put this creativity toward all of his pastimes. His favorite pursuits were hunting and fishing. He was content to enjoy his hobbies alone but was also willing to share his interests with others.      Because he liked to take risks, Ryan was a perfect match for athletics and exercise. He was enthusiastic and confident about these activities. In high school, Ryan played rugby, biking and snowboarding. Recreational sports included biking, dirt biking, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing 4X4ing and quadding. Ryan was also something of a sports fan and enjoyed watching his favorite events whenever he got the opportunity.      Ryan was a gifted problem solver who worked hard to help accomplish group goals. This skill made him a wonderful asset to the various groups and organizations to which he belonged. Always matter-of-fact about what needed to be done, Ryan worked steadily to meet any organization’s goals. In high school, Ryan was a member of the rugby team and mountain biking club.      Travel and vacations were experiences that Ryan truly enjoyed. He preferred to seek out excitement wherever he went and he was partial to vacations that were casual and laid back with an atmosphere of “live and let live.” He was willing to leave his plans open and flexible, just in case something more interesting came along. Favorite vacations included Penticton, hunting and fishing trips and Disneyland.      Ryan was a lover of animals and cherished his pets. One of Ryan’s favorites was Shadow (Short Bus), a Mini Dashound. They were best friends for a year. His family was rounded out by their dogs, Taz, a Smooth Fox Terrier and Ticky a Mini Dashound.      Ryan passed away on January 24, 2010 at Prince George Regional Hospital. He is survived by parents, Don and Linda Tull and his sister Jennifer Tull. Memorial Services were held on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 1:00pm at Assman's Funeral Chapel, Prince George, BC with Bruce Gabriel officiating. Ryan was laid to rest in Prince George Memorial Park Cemetery.      Ryan was the kind of person who could win others over easily. A concrete communicator, he relied on his senses to increase his involvement and awareness of others. He was always able to provide amusing repartee to his friends and acquaintances, offering a seemingly endless supply of quips, anecdotes, jokes and stories. If Ryan had a theme song written about him, it might well have been “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” He enjoyed his life and the experience of living it. This is how everyone will remember Ryan Grant Tull.