Thank you everyone for your comments and prays the Mason family and McKenzie,s our very apperative. I know Ryan would love to know you all care so much for him. He will be greatly missed by all .love you always Ryan love your sister Dana.

Lit a candle in memory of Ryan P. McKenzie

My heart goes out to Jason, Mark, Kim and the rest of Ryan’s family. I can’t imagine what you must be going through. 
One of the things that I remember about Ryan was when he was probably only about 3 years old. Anytime Michael Jackson’s “Beat It” played on the radio, Ryan would start dancing like Michael Jackson. He would shake his hand to the side and spin around like Michael did. We loved it! We would have him do it over and over again. Even though I have not see Ryan in about 18 years, to this day, I still think of him EVERY time I hear that song. I feel very lucky that Ryan touched my life.

Mark,
         Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during such a difficult time.     
                                                                               Brian Leary and Family

I cant look back on my childhood and not think of u.  wish we could have stayed close. u will be missed

My thoughts and prayers go out to the McKenzie family and I'm sorry for there great loss.
 
crystal love

When R;yan was 15 and lived in Florida with me and Cliff,everywhere they went he had his skateboard with him.I could hear them coming down the road the wheels just a turning. He was pretty good at it . Everyone knew the kid from Ohio with the skateboard,Ryan. Love you       (MOM)  Patty

Ryan was like my son. We enjoyed all the times we had together since he was a kid. I only wish we had more. I will miss him forever. Remembering cliff,amy,and ryan together  will always bring a smile. He was such a good kid and never had a mean bone in him. It just does'nt seem right that he has been choosen. We will never forget you.We will always love you and cherrish the time we had. (MOM) Patty

Ryan you are my nephew and my godson and you will always be these things to me. yes youdied before your time when you died you took a piece of my heart with you this can never be replaced until we meet again. see you in heaven ryan

Ryan  your my nephew  and my godson and you"ll always be these things to me . Yes you died before your time. when you died you took  a piece of my heart with you . This can never be replaced ,until we meet again. See you in heaven ryan. 
                                                            Aunt Dee

I saw a news story last night about a man fighting for his right to go bare foot at the State House. ( he hates shoes) All I could do was laugh! I have walked many miles with a bare foot Ryan!!!!!!

Our condolences and sympathy go out to Mark McKenzie and his family in this time of sorrow. Todd, Lori, Chris and Sean Conley

Ryan, I wish I had a chance to say goodbye...even though I had not seen you in awhile, I still feel close to you, like family.  Growing up together was fun, being grown is sometimes hard...this is one of those times, right now saying goodbye is hard!  To all of Ryan's family and freinds, my deepest sympathies...James Benjamin

Ryan, I want you to know I'm doing everything I can to ensure friends and family of the gift that you were to be in their lives.  The family has received an unbelievable amount support because so many people love you.  Thanks for being my little bro, I take a lot of pride in being able to stand up there for you.

Ryan, I wish there could have been more time for us to spend together.  With all the talent that you have, your love, kindness and friendship will be missed. You'll always be in my heart for the rest of my life. I love you and miss you, Dad

Kim and family, 
It breaks my heart to hear Ryan is gone. I have wonderful childhood memories of him. 
My family and I are praying for you.
Stephanie (Smith) Packer and family

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.This is so heartbreaking  to have to do for someone so young  and talented.Please rest in peace Ryan-Deb

Sent a gift in memory of Ryan P. McKenzie

Ryan Mckenzie, I miss saying your name! Rick and I miss you so much! We keep looking at the Kurt you gave Rick. We found a box of trash of yours the other day with a empty pack of gummy bears and we just sat there quiet. You went to young and we both will miss u so so much .Who am I going to look at gummy bear art work together on the internet with now? May you rest in peace and we will see you soon .Love you Rick,Melissa and checker misses you too

To a good friend and buddy, you will be truly missed. Rest in peace skull. Much love and prayers to your family. 
Ross

Ryan I will always be there for you!  I love you and miss you.  Please come back and talk to me.
Love you so much,
Sam

Ryan, as your grandparents we experience a deep loss. You were such an appreciative, sensitive, and quiet soull We'll miss your hugs on holidays, your accolades to our family meals, and of course that one last birthday celebration we will never share. We cherish the art you gave us through the years, and the memories that went with all our times together. Love Always, Grandpa Chuck and Kay

Happy birthday Ryan. May you rest in peace....

Ryan, You are like my brother. I will miss you so much. My heart goes out to the Mason and McKenzie families. Happy Birthday Ryan. Love Ashley

Happy Bday Bro.  I am absolutley crushed I cant spend this day with you as I have many birthdays before. One thing is for certain you are my little brother and nothing can ever take that way. I love you very much and embraced everything about you. You were a true starving artist and I intend on sharing your gift with anyone that will listen.  Please dont go to far, I might call on your one day.   

Love - your brother - J

Man Ryan-im soo mad your gona you were my buddy when we were livin @ ricks-it sooo sad to know that i wont be able to see your face again-the world cant even begin to imagine what theyve lost-to me you will always be the best artist/person around-we love you-<3 Jessica

Johnnie Williams (Kovalchik) is following this tribute.

Ryan, you will always hold your place in my heart
always,
Johnnie

Jason McKenzie and Family - My heart goes out to you and your family during such a tragic time. Losing anyone so young will never make sense in life as we're all left behind to pick up the pieces. You have so many of us behind you to help you through this in the days, weeks and months to follow. Ryan is in a far better place and I pray that he's at peace.

In prayer and love~
Barbie

So sorry to hear about Ryan. We went to elementary school together. I remember him as being so funny and just so nice to everyone. He was a wonderful artist and I remember everyone wanted him to draw them a picture. I know he will be greatly missed. RIP Ryan.

Went to grade school with Ryan.  So sorry to hear that he is gone.  Even then we were all begging him for a piece of his work.  I recall him drawing something for me on a piece of newspaper.  He was so funny and always brought a smile to his friends around him.  RIP Ryan.

What a great artist we have lost.  Ryan will always be remembered for his great artistry.  My heart goes out to your family but you are  in a better world now and someday we will all meet you there.  You and Robert Jackson are together as roomates again and we all miss you and love you so much... Our condelences to Dana and Colin and your family...Amber, Owen, Bev and Kip McMahon

Ryan was my best friend,we have shared so many memories its hard to find a place to start,but i do know,no-matter what he was into he was still a innocent person,and he passed before his time...Ryan was an amazing artist as well as musician...We havelost a great friend,brother,son...I personally still cant believe your gone,i know i have told you before,and im gonna tell you agian...I LOVE YOU....REST EASY

Cliff

To my wonderful and talent Brother Iam deeply saden .I will remember all the good times we shared though our life together. I have so many memories and they are all wonderful .I LOVE U MORE THEN WORDS CAN EXPLAIN .MY HEART DIED WITH U .love your little sister and best friend in life and after Dana.

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Ryan P. McKenzie

April 27, 1981 – April 25, 2010

Schoedinger Midtown

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