Ryan Scott Colburn, 24, of Montgomery, AL, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, June 20th. Beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend, he will be deeply missed by all. With a contagious personality and an unforgettable smile, Ryan touched the hearts and lives of all he came in contact with. Although he used a wheelchair during his short time with us, he is now free to run into the arms of His Savior. Ryan is survived by his devoted mother, Susan Colburn, of Montgomery, who cared selflessly for him throughout his life; his father, Dr. Scott Colburn and wife Ann, of Twenty Nine Palms, CA; and his loving sisters Kelly Colburn of Birmingham, and Kasey Colburn of Montgomery.
Ryan had a love for sports, and was an avid Auburn fan. Ryan believed in Auburn and loved it. Ryan was also a huge fan of the Atlanta Braves, and he played the outfield in Miracle League Baseball. In recent years, Ryan spoke at several conferences about growing up with a disability and living life to the fullest. Ryan was a lifelong member of Frazer Memorial United Methodist Church, and an active participant in the Children’s Ministry and Student Ministry. He loved music and singing and was a member of Frazer Youth Worship Arts Choir. He especially enjoyed choir tour each summer. Ryan was employed by the Southeast YMCA after graduation from Jefferson Davis High School in 2005 where he was a member of the Key Club and yearbook staff. Ryan was the 1989 Montgomery United Way Ambassador.
Survivors also include grandparents, Marion H. McKay of Winter Park, FL; Michael W. and Marty McKay of Harrisonburg, VA; William & Marie Colburn of New Smyrna Beach, FL; Aunt & Uncle Carol & Chuck Craig, cousins Caitlin, Chelsea, & Ashleigh Craig, all of Charlotte, NC; Uncle Craig Colburn, cousins Nathan & Nicole Colburn, all of New Smyrna Beach, FL; several devoted nurses, including Habiba Kochi and LaVanda Lewis and special friends who made up Ryan’s Helping Hands Team.
After a private burial, a Celebration of Ryan’s Life will be held Wednesday afternoon, June 23, at Frazer UMC, at 3 PM, with Dr. John Ed Mathison and Brian Word officiating. Visitation will begin in the Atrium at 2 PM prior to the service. Memorials may be made in Ryan’s name to the Frazer Youth Worship Arts Program.
Please visit www.caringbridge.org/visit/RyanColburn for more details. Condolences may be offered at www.alabamaheritagefh.com. Alabama Heritage Directing.
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