To the family of Ryan, I met Ryan thru Bobby and Dylan but also I ran into him with my friend Franco. Man, stew, stew, stew… I love you dude, the most kind hearted person with a big drop of wildness but that’s what made you, you! I’m so sorry for your loss of Ryan, he is a great son, brother and friend I had so many times with him and Franco working on cars and just being boys watching the fireworks on the roof of redline BMW it was the best night ever. We just sat there laughing and existing. Love you Ryan.

This photo was taken in Miami Beach at a hotel called the Sherry hotel where stew came to support me all the way from Deerfield Beach at an event that started at 12 am. 

Sometimes God puts us in deep waters not because we can swim, but to show us His strength. Stew, today you’re no longer in those waters — you’re free of all the stress and pain this world brings us. I love you, big dawg. Till we meet again.

 Love your brother, Jacob

We are so sorry and your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
He is in the loving embrace of Jesus till you see him again.
Love
Heather and Kyle

A kind, warm, and genuine soul, I’ll miss you always 🙏✝️🫂❤️

I will always cherish the memories we created over the years! You always spread good vibes to everyone that crossed your path treating everyone with respect and kindness. Your energy will be missed but I know you are in a better place. Thank you for holding it down and always being a real one. You did not deserve to go so young but everything happens for a reason and I know you are looking down wanting all your loved ones to be happy and not to be sad. May god bless you brother I will see you in heaven when the time comes 🤝

I offer my deepest condolences to Ryan’s mom, brother and family. There are no words that can ease the pain right now, I hope that your family and friends will gather and support each other through this terrible time.

For everyone that knew Ryan knew that he loved graffiti and this spot to paint in particular. We grew up under this bridge often hanging out and practicing our graffiti together. We always talked about doing our names across the entire wall one day. On the night of his birthday we decided to go and do this for him. We love you brother our condolences go out to everyone affected by Ryan’s passing. I know Gods giving you Peace, Mercy and Grace

I just wanted to say Ryan was a great man. He always had the right plan and things that he wanted to accomplish and always thought about his mom and family when chasing his dreams I know he had a good heart I’ve known him since he was about 1011 years old and I am saddened to hear this news about his passing and my love goes out to him and his family and prayers to them during this difficult time. I was blessed to see him a week prior to this happening and we had a great conversation about his goals and aspirations and him doing truck driving and get us some CDL certification which she was very proud of And although life is tough he always stayed focused and we’ve had good conversations about what he wanted to do and how he wanted to live, and my prayers go out to him and his family again during the sad time

Rest in paradise Stew, Jake and I will miss you 🧡 you will forever have a spiritual place in our hearts and home

You weren’t just my neighbor—you were my protector, my friend, and family to me. You knew I lived alone, and I never had to wonder if someone was looking out for me because you always were. You took care of Rocco whenever I was away, checked in on me, and made sure I was safe.

I’ll never forget the day you confronted a DoorDash driver because you thought someone was trying to come into my house. That was simply who you were. You protected the people you loved without hesitation, and your kindness made everyone around you feel safer.

Thank you for every wave from your driveway, every conversation, every laugh, every act of kindness, and for always being there when I needed you. You made this neighborhood feel like home, and your absence has left a silence that words can’t describe.

Rocco will forever miss his best friend. Every time he looks toward your driveway, I’ll think of you. I hope you knew how deeply you were loved and appreciated, because you truly were one of the best people I’ve ever known.

I love you, my friend. Thank you for watching over me while you were here. I’ll carry your kindness, your strength, and your memory with me for the rest of my life. Until we meet again. ❤️

My condolences & prayers are sent to his family.  
My heart aches 
God bless

I can’t describe the sadness I feel… Ryan will always be in my mind and heart. I’ll always cherish the fun times and adventures we’ had.

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Ryan Christopher McGowan

July 21, 2000 – July 19, 2026

Babione Funeral Home

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