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Ryan McCall Obituary
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for Ryan McCall
186 Entries
Jeremy Bell
April 16, 2015
Dear Ryan
I am a Senior graduate student at University of Tampa and also a Cadet in the United States Army. I did not have the opportunity to meet you, but I am participate this race to Honor you and your family. This will be my second event running this race to celebrate your name for those who love and support you. As a future officer in the United States, it is a pleasure and Honor to support you in this event. i will be wearing my Army clothes and carry a Army Flag to celebrate your name. The United States Army support you and your entire family. May God continue to Bless your family. You will be missed everyday.
Laura Cogliano
March 28, 2015
Proud to call you a friend Ryan, your memory is living on. I love you!
Alisha
April 8, 2014
My thoughts still go out to all of Ryan's family and friends. I will be honest, I did not know Ryan well as I only had the privilege of sitting beside of Ryan in one of my classes at The University of Tampa. I attended UT in the evenings after work, so I didn't have time to make a lot of friends while attending, but it was always so nice to sit beside of Ryan during our class together. He was always friendly, had a smile on his face, and a pleasure to chat with as we sat through that late evening class. May his honor live on through all his loved ones and they take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
April 13, 2013
I'm honored to celebrate Ryan's life with you all each year.
Dannielle
June 6, 2012
Missing you everyday Ry!
Tara Mulcahy
August 19, 2011
Two years have past now and it still seems like yesterday we were talking. Theres not a moment that goes by that you are not talked about or thought about. You will always be with us. Much love to the McCall family as they are always deep in my heart and I will always be there for them. Miss you always Ryan.
dannielle b
August 18, 2011
Can't believe its been 2 years tomorrow <3 love and miss you always!
David Coto
August 19, 2010
Its been a whole year since you've been taken away but it still feels like yesterday. I just want you to know that you may be gone but you are not forgotten. Miss you bro 2012 homie lol
Tara Mulcahy
August 19, 2010
A year ago today you were taking from us. You will never be forgotten and always will be missed. My thoughts go to the McCall family today and forever as they will have that part of there hearts that will always be missed.
May 30, 2010
We are looking forward to running in your honor Ryan! Love Kristine and Chris Sambuco 5/30/10, West Chester
Tara Mulcahy
May 11, 2010
There isn't a day that goes by when I don't think about you. Its hard to go to work everyday knowing that you will never walk through those doors again. Its that time of year when your calling me to put you on the schedule. It hurts knowing I won't get that call. I miss you very much! I will always be here for your family whom I love dearly. They are always in my thoughts and prayers. I miss you alot buddie! You will never be forgotten.
Tara Mulcahy
May 11, 2010
There isn't a moment of the day were you not thought about. I miss you so much. I will always have you in my heart as well as your family. I love them as well and will always be ther for them. I miss you!
Matt Levi
February 27, 2010
Ryan was a great guy and I can remember being on the football field with him, which feels like not too long ago. Playing football together when we were so young you could tell that he loved life and just enjoyed being around people. I am so sorry to hear about this loss, my prayers and thoughts go out to Mr. and Mrs. Mccall and ryans brothers and sisters.
Jim and Jan Sampson
February 19, 2010
We're thinking of Ryan today on his birthday. Our thoughts are with you Joanne, Kevin, Kimberly and Kevin.
November 16, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about this loss..me and ryan and other friends used to play basketball and street hockey together at Broad Run Park in Middle and High School together and he was always the nicest kid to everyone he came across. I don't remember ONE time that he would ever put anyone down or do anything to hurt anyone. I will think about him always and remember him everytime i go through his neighborhood or through Broad Run Park. My prayers go out to you.
~Jason Kirk
Tom and Terry Miscannon
November 10, 2009
Kevin and Joanne,
We are so deeply sorry to hear of your tragic loss of Ryan. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are heartbroken for you and hope you can find comfort in each other.
With heavy hearts, Love,
Samantha Norris
October 22, 2009
It's been a little over two months. I think about Ryan everyday, and I visit him as much as possible. You're in my heart Ryan. Love and Miss you.
Caroline Cheek
September 16, 2009
McCall Family,
I was fortunate enough to know Ryan, even if for only a short time. He was an amazing friend, coach, and person. You raised a truly special individual. The Tampa Prep track team now runs for Ryan and the spirit we will always hold with us. I am truly sorry for your loss and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Binaso
September 14, 2009
McCall Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers and may god comfort you during this difficult time.
Kim
September 14, 2009
My thoughts are with you and yours at this time. The Berchem family.
don donelson
September 14, 2009
Having a 26 year old son ... and only child .... I cant fathom the grief the family is going through.
May your son have eternal piece and I am so so sorry for your loss
unknown
September 14, 2009
God Bless your family and now rest with the Lord Ryan.
Ellen Lisewski
September 12, 2009
Dear McCall Family,
We are so sorry about the tragic death of your son and brother, Ryan. My son is also a senior at UT and knew him. Our family had a similar tragedy last year and our hearts go out to you and we know how difficult this time is for your family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers that you can find comfort and strength to get through this. Let your memories of happy times help you. God bless you.
from the Lisewski family
Joe Milligan
September 10, 2009
Kevin and Joanne,
I am so saddened and so sorry for you and the rest of your beautiful family. My thoughts are with you. I hope that you both can find comfort in each other to get you through this difficult time. My love to both of you.
Amber Macumber
September 9, 2009
To the McCall family-
I did not know Ryan but I am also a student at UT and just wanted to let you know my thoughts and prayers are we your family during this difficult time. Take care!!
Rose and Joe Pimentel
September 8, 2009
To the McCall family,
We were saddened to hear about the tragic loss of your son Ryan. Our prayers go out to all of you. We also have a son Lloyd who is a senior at UT.
Things happen in life that make us all ask why ? Take care and treasure your memories of your beautiful son.
September 6, 2009
Dear Mr. and Mrs. McCall,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved son. Please know that many who heard about him, mourn with you too.
Ron and Sharon Hilton, North Chili, NY
Yolie Flowers
September 4, 2009
Dear Kevin and Joanne,
I am sorry for the lost of your son Ryan.
Just know that God will give you comfort during your time of bereavement. And He will strenghten you in your weakness. I pray for your family and all the love ones of Ryan. Be strong and know that God will carry you through this rough moment and give you peace. GOD BLESS.
September 3, 2009
Dear Kevin and Joanne,
We are so sorry to hear of the death of your beloved son. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers,
Peg and Susan
Watermill Circle
Tarpon Springs
Scott Wisker
September 2, 2009
I am sorry for your loss of Ryan. You raised a wonderful son from everything I have read about him. He is safe in Heaven now.
Natalie Vitou
September 2, 2009
McCall Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Ryan was one of the most amazing guys I have ever met. I will never for forget his laugh, his beautiful smile and his incredible personality. I cannot truly express in words how much he touched my life and everyone's he met. His passion for life was such and inspiration to everyone and he will truly be missed. I feel so honored that I can call him my friend.
May it bring you peace to know that he will forever remain in the hearts of everyone he knew and that he is always watching over you. He will be forever missed and never forgotten. My deepest sympathies. Miss you Ryan.
Paul Malacrida
September 1, 2009
Kevin and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow and loss. May God provide comfort as only He can. Peace.
Matt Lewis
August 31, 2009
Dear Kevin and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during these tough times. Reading the posts from others and knowing Kevin personally, it's easy to see how close this family was to each other and how many great qualities that this family endorses. Ryan will never be forgotten by any of those individuals who's lives he touched.
Michael Iezzi
August 31, 2009
Father we entrust our brother Ryan to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Ryan in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
August 31, 2009
Dear McCall family,
I have just found out the news concerning Ryan and wished that I could have attended the funeral. My sincere sympathy and love go out to all of you. I am so sorry that this tragedy has been made a part of your lives.
Know that Ryan is still with you - watching over each and everyone of you. He would want you to continue on with a smile on your face for he is smiling at you. My prayes are with you all.
Love, Mrs. Mary Welsh, Honors Math Teacher at Saint Joseph School in Downingtown.
Lynn, Tom , Thomas , Steven & Aubrey Maslo
August 29, 2009
Dear Joanne, Kevin, Kimberly & Kevin,
Words can not begin to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Ryan will always be in your hearts.You all have a special angel looking out for you now.My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family in this very difficult time.
Pezick Family
August 29, 2009
Dear Kevin, Joanne, Kevin Jr and Kimberly:
We have always considered the McCalls as part of our own family growing up together on Christopher Court; so when we heard the tragic news, we felt that a member of our own family had been lost.
Our fondest memories of Ryan are his willingness to always take care of our pets when we went out of town. He always had a smile on his face and even though we knew that he was busy, he always stopped and spent time talking with us when he was out on his daily runs!
Words cannot express our feelings at this point in time for you and your family. Please be assured we will keep all of you in our prayers.
Ryan was a special person and the world is now a much smaller place without him.
As you go through the next very difficult weeks, months and years, please let us know if we can do anything at all to ease your burden. We will always be there for you.
Tom, Terry and Justin
Gianna Russo
August 29, 2009
Dear Family--I work at the Plant Museum at UT and am also on the advisory board for Dalia's Reach. My heart and sincere sympathy goes out to all of you in this time of sorrow. You have the prayers of this entire community with you to give you the strength needed to survive this tragedy.
With deepest sympathy,
Susan Shelton
August 28, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved son and brother. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jacqueline Knight
August 28, 2009
Dear McCall Family,
I am a friend and co worker of Patty Ivory's. I was so sad to hear about the loss of your son. Please know that you are in our prayers.....may the great spirit of your son continue to help you during this time.
Evelyn & Eugene Harley
August 28, 2009
Ryan will be sadly missed by kevin and the other boys he would have shared the house in Tampa with this year.He will not be forgotten he was a wonderful boy.
Peggy McGroarty Brookes
August 28, 2009
Dear Joanne and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about your tragic loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Take care.
LISA ROBERTS
August 28, 2009
DEAR KEVIN, I CAN'T EVEN BEGIN TO IMAGINE HOW YOUR FAMILY MUST FEEL.MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL OF YOU.I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS. PLEASE LET STEPHANIE KNOW IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO. THINKING OF YOU WITH DEEP AND SINCERE SYMPATHY
al monaco
August 28, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Jim Fulginiti
August 28, 2009
Kevin and family
How saddened I was to hear about the tragic passing of your brother. May you be comforted in this time of grief with all the happy memories. You are and continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you.
Chris Dey
August 28, 2009
Dear McCall Family,
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I always enjoyed sharing the bleachers with Kevin and your family at St. Joes track meets. Ryan always had the biggest smile on his face anytime I saw him and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Thalia (TJ) Chance-Chin
August 27, 2009
McCall family,
I am sorry for your loss. Ryan was a wonderful and sweet person. I remember that huge smile of his face every day that just made you want to smile too. I would wonder why he’d be smiling at track practice or meets, but I understand now. He loved coaching and running just as much as we do. He was more than just my coach. He was my friend. Ryan believed and cheered for me at our meets. He made it fun and made you want to keep running. When I beat my personal record he would congratulate me and encourage me to break it again. He was the best coach ever and I will work hard this year to go to States for Track & Field because he believed that I could. I hope to make him proud. He is looking down on us from a better place. Miss you. R.I.P. Ryan
August 27, 2009
Dear McCall Family,
Kim is one of the sweetest people I've ever met, and it sounds like it runs in the family. I felt the pain of losing a younger brother a few years ago, and realize there are no helpful words to share. If it helps, Kim's second family at Mars is really feeling for you throughout this awful time. Our hearts reached out to you on this difficult day.
- Robin Weichman
Jen Bender
August 27, 2009
McCall family,
I feel honored to have had the chance to work with Ryan during the summer. My heart aches for you. Ryan's presense when he entered a room was just AMAZING. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mrs. Eileen Schiappa
August 26, 2009
To the McCall Family,
You are all fondly remembered at St. Joseph School. It was a pleasure to teach the McCall children and to work with Mr. and Mrs. McCall. I remember Ryan as a preschooler, in middle school, and in high school as a teen sponsor in the RCIA. Please know that you will be kept in our prayers at this time.
Courtney Frazier
August 26, 2009
Kevin,
I'm extremely sorry about the loss of your brother in such a tragic way. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this very difficult time.
Melissa Glidden
August 26, 2009
To the McCall Family,
I have had the privilege of working with Kim and being her friend. It is very evident in talking with Kim that you are a close knit family. I didnt know Ryan personally, but I remember cheering Ryan on at the Good Neighbor Day Race as he ran by us and flashed us a smile. Know that you all have friends around to support you through this difficult time.
Jim Piccoli
August 26, 2009
Dear Kevin & Joanna:
I know it has been many years since you were a strong shoulder there for me with my brother. I can't possibly tell you how sorry I am for your family. I will think of you daily and look forward to giving you my best very soon back here in Tampa. With my prayers...
Erin Benson
August 26, 2009
Kevin,
I don't know what to say - I cannot imagine what you're going through, to lose your brother in such a tragic way. Reading messages others have left, it's obvious that he was an incredibly special person. My thoughts are with you and your family through this difficult time.
David Brown
August 26, 2009
Dear McCall Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Hicks Family
August 26, 2009
Dear McCall Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. There are many people, you don't know, lifting you up in prayer. We hope this brings you a bit of comfort in this difficult time.
The Hicks Family
Marie Bird Struckman
August 26, 2009
Joanne and family - my heart goes out to you in such a sad time. I am so sorry for your tragic loss. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Mr. & Mrs Perez
August 26, 2009
Dear McCall Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Caring thoughts will be with you for a long time to come. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mr. & Mrs R. Perez
Tampa Bay Resident
Joe, Patty, Joey, & Michael Cozza
August 26, 2009
Our hearts are filled with sadness at your loss of Ryan. We can not imagine the pain you feel now, but we wanted to let you know that our loving thoughts and prayers are with you.
Amy Shaw
August 25, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. McCall-
I am so sorry about your loss. I met Ryan when my son and I came to Tampa for the World Series last season. We stayed with my good friend and Ryan's coach, Dror. It was game one, we went to a sports bar and I met your son. We chatted briefly about our Phillies and how he was from Downingtown. Dror called me last week to tell me what happened. I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling, but know that you raised a fine young man who will forever be your angel. I'm so sorry.
AnnaMarie Fiorentino
August 25, 2009
The previous tribute referring to "Club Smed" was from me.
Beth & Mark Savage
August 25, 2009
Words cannot express how saddened we are for the entire McCall family and anyone who has ever met Ryan. We only met Ryan once or twice, but could tell right away what a sweet and loving son, brother and friend he was to all. He will always be remembered by all those whos lives he touched. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and if there is anything you need, please know you have your Gulf Winds family to come to. Much love..........Beth & Mark Savage.
August 25, 2009
Dear Joanne and Kevin: My heart goes out to the both of you and your family. Although I dont recall meeting your son, I have heard so much about your family over the years from Diane. My sincere condolences.
Maxine, Morgan, and Robyn Dunbar
Pizza Box
August 25, 2009
Dear McCall Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this very difficult time.
Beth & Mark Savage
August 25, 2009
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your entire family and anyone who has ever met Ryan. We only met him once or twice, but could tell right away what a sweet and loving son, brother and friend he was to all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and if there is anything you need, please know you have your Gulf Winds family to come to. Much love..........Beth & Mark Savage.
August 25, 2009
To the McCall family,
My heart aches for you. Ryan was such a pleasant, well mannered, happy individual.
I first met him at "Club Smed" as well as your entire family. He was one of the kids you looked forward to seeing and talking with. I also had the pleasure of talking with him at the Giant when I got in his check out line.
This is truely a tragedy and a great loss.
Scott McCollester
August 25, 2009
Ryan -
Man, I cant believe something like this happened to such a fine person. When I first heard, I couldn't believe it until I saw the news reports for myself...even at that, my mind didn't want to believe it. You will be greatly missed man.
McCall family -
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I feel very privileged to have had the opportunity to know Ryan. Stay strong and remember that He is always with you. Your strength in this horrible time will come from God above.
Jeanne Hayn
August 25, 2009
What a wonderful man that happy boy I remember from St. Joe's grew up to become. Ryan was always so polite and respectful. He was part of a great family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Hayn Family
Kelly McGrath
August 25, 2009
Aunt Joanne, Uncle Kevin, Kimberly and Kevin ~
I have known your family ALL my life and can not grasp that there is one less now. I have memories of Ryan as the little brother who always wanted to be around his BIG sister and brother and now he will always be with you! I love you all dearly and will keep you close to my heart.
Devin, Rita & Alyce Marshall
August 25, 2009
Kevin & Joanne,
Two years ago we became neighbors and shortly after that we became friends.
After all that time sharing a wall, we feel we share something much greater now, a family. We have come to cherish your incredible family, Kimberly, Kevin, and of course the incomparable Ryan. We are blessed to have known him and are forever touched by his kindness and spirit. Please know that we are here for you, even when you are away.
Ryan,
After some time alone, I started to think about all the chats we had about sports, music, and your plans for the future, like grad school. I have come to realize that I lost not only a neighbor for the summers, but a friend as well. I will miss you. I will miss your radiant smile. I will miss your kind and soft-spoken nature. I will miss you shaking your head every time your old man did something goofy or embarrassing (like the Jimmy-Ricky dance). I will miss the first-rate commentary on Philly's finest sports franchises (I still can't believe they gave up Dawkins and Burrell in the same year). I will miss so many things, but most of all I will miss the site of you by the pool with black socks up to you knees and sandles. You definitely had your own style.
Love and blessings,
Marsha Ptomey
August 25, 2009
I found out about this horrible tragedy through a 'facebook' friend. I am so heartbroken for Ryan's family. While I do not know the family, and I did not know Ryan, I know the raw pain they are going through. My heart...my prayers...are with the family. A senseless SENSELESS tragedy...It is so obvious how much Ryan was loved and respected. It would have been such an honor to have known him. I grew up in Tampa. My sister and her family, and my mother and father still live there. I'm sure they join me in the expression of my deepest sympathy to the family in this very sad time. God bless you.
August 24, 2009
Kevin, Joanne, Kim, and Kevin,
Know that we love you all and are praying that you will find comfort in the wonderful memories you all shared. We feel blessed to have known him. Love and many prayers,
Chris, Debbbie, Connor & Shelby
JR Reyes
August 24, 2009
I met Ryan my sophomore year in Human Anatomy. We hit it off the first time we met. All of a sudden we started to have same classes such as Gen Chem and New Testament. We would study together and do the most impossible hw. Our friendship grew over the next couple of months, driving to Dons, getting hockey autographs, making movies, playing guitar, and1 mixtape, and most of all playing basketball. He was a very good friend and we have shared so many memorable memories. Ryan McCall has influence not only me but many others. He will never be forgotten! Peace My Brotha.
August 24, 2009
Dear Mr. & Mrs. McCall, Kim and Kevin, It's been ages since our families have been together, but we are united with you in prayer and spirit. How could I ever forget the smiling, happy, bouncy little boy that would play at our house with Danny when you'd all come for dinner on so many occasions? Although I didn't know him as much more than a very sweet little boy, he could not be forgotten as a part of my very happy childhood. My husband and I have taken each of you individually to prayer, and will continue to do so. In all things, remember that it is in the most difficult moments when Our Heavenly Father walks the closest to us, and that in His Mercy He never lets us go.
With much love,
Julie (Hall) Davy
Maureen Menseck
August 24, 2009
Dear Kevin, Joanne, Kevin and Kimberly,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We love you.
Bill and Reen Menseck
Maureen Menseck
August 24, 2009
Dear McCall Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
We love you.
Bill and Reen Menseck
Jacqui Supplee
August 24, 2009
There are no words to describe what has happened, Ryan was a great friend to anyone who knew him and I am deeply saddened to have lost such an amazing friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and other friends who I am certain will miss him greatly.
Dave Dellinger
August 24, 2009
McCall Family,
I am terribly sorry for you loss. I ran track with ryan in the Spring of 2007 and Cross Country the Fall of 2007. I felt that Ryan and Marsid were my best friends from the team and were two great guys. I was very sad to hear what happened. There is no explanation as to why something so horrific could happen. My prayers are with you and your son who was loved by everyone of his teammates.
Jeanne Read
August 24, 2009
Kevin, Joanne, Kev & Kimberly,
There really are no words at a time such as this. Please know George & I (and the girls) have been keeping you all close to our hearts and in all of our thoughts and prayers. Allow your selves to grieve, immerse yourselves in loving memories of Ryan, know that he was loved deeply by all who knew him and know that you are loved as well by so many friends and family. We are all here for you ... whatever you need... even if it is just a shoulder to cry on or an ear to listen. We love you! Ryan will be greatly missed but NEVER forgotten.....
Loren & Jeffrey Abate
August 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lorne & Leanne Stamler
August 24, 2009
Dearest Neighbors,
Leanne & I have sat and cried wondering in puzzlement "WHY" and there is no good answer.A young man that we have known for almost 2 years who has had such an impact not only on our lives but everyone who met him, taken from this earthly world and now sits at the right hand of the Lord. My wife calls it "Ryans'Story".We heard him speaking out on Wednesday night after the tradegy with bolts of lightning and a down pour of tears(the rain)as he continued to run his cross country race with everything he had.Ryan is not a quitter and this was taught by his loving family who has become a part of us.Joanne & Kevin have raised their son with love and dedication and should be very proud of such a fine young man. He new that winning or losing was not an issue but how you played the game was what mattered.His spirit and competitiveness for the things he loved brought him closer and closer to every goal he had. We love Ryan like our owe(will change his love for Philly Flyers to Toronto Maple Leafs when I get there)and Joanne,Kevin,Kevin Jr. & Kimberly we are there for you in every need of your life. Ryan we love and miss you, but will continue on what you would want us to do, will check with you everyday.
Your loving neighbors,
Leanne & Lorne
Lisa Allman
August 24, 2009
Dear McCall Family
Though I did not know Ryan I can see by all the comments from this web site that he was a role model anyone would love for their child to follow. I know you will greatly miss him, but I know there is another angel in heaven. Trust in the Lord to get you through this difficult time. My prayers are with you all.
Fox Family
August 24, 2009
Our daughter Dara is on the UT xc team. Our entire family is deeply saddened by this senseless tragedy. Our prayers and deepest sympathies go out to the entire McCall family.
Joe & Helene Morrissey
August 24, 2009
Dear McCall Family,
Our hearts go out to you during this most difficult time. May God grant your family strength, peace and comfort and may He bless Ryan and welcome him to be by His side. While we never had the pleasure of meeting Ryan, we know Kim and think that she is a very nice woman. God Bless You!
Tammy Snyder
August 24, 2009
Dear McCall Family,
Your son was a wonderful person! I'm a parent of Claire who is on the Tampa Prep Track and Cross Country team. Claire looked up to Ryan with tremendous respect... and she had a lot of fun with him. I believe she and some of her friends called him Mr. Clean. At the Track Awards Ceremony last spring, I remember what great words he had to say about each of the kids on the team. He showed up in a nice suit for the banquet and it showed the kids that he took great pride in them and that he took his volunteer coaching job VERY SERIOUSLY. Please know that we've been praying for your family and hope that eventually you'll be able to feel God's unending love. You raised a fine young man who will be greatly missed by the Tampa Prep community.
Hamill Family
August 23, 2009
Ryan's Smile will never be forgotten. We were blessed to have Ryan be a part of our lives. He will always live forever within all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
All of our Love!!!!
Joe Macrone
August 23, 2009
To the McCall Family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you. I've worked with Kim for about 5 years and I know first hand how close your family is. I can't say I knew Ryan well, but I did share a day with him at the Phillies parade last year and I must say that he was a joy to be with. Whenever I reflect on that day I will always think about him and his contagious smile and how he enjoyed the parade. I pray that God will give you the strength that you need during this most difficult time.
Ryan & Kevin celebrating the Phillies Championship
August 23, 2009
Brittney/Courtney Evans
August 23, 2009
Rest in peace to a great man. Thanks for always putting a smile on my face as well as everyone elses around you! You will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family, friends, and teammates.
Melissa Rogevich
August 23, 2009
Kevin, Joanne, Kimberly, and Kevin,
We are so sorry to hear about Ryan. He was such a nice, kind, good- hearted guy with a great sense of humor. He touched so many people in his life. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Brian and Melissa
Angel Merritt
August 23, 2009
Dear Joanne,Kevin and Family,
I wish that I had the words to ease your pain.I know how much your Ryan will be missed. I can tell what a great person he was just by the things I have been reading about him. Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cousin Angel&Family
Dominique Barker
August 23, 2009
Ryan, you will always be missed and never forgotten. It was great having you as track coach and even though your not physically here, I know you will always cheer us on.
Barbara Brill
August 23, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Barbara Ciletti
August 23, 2009
Joanne, Kevin, Kevin, and Kimberly:
We are so sorry to hear about Ryan. We wish we had the words to relieve your sorrows but only time will help. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Love cousin, Barbara and Aunt Jo
Chloe Mekinc
August 23, 2009
rest in peace
my heart goes out to Ryan's family and friends
lauren driscoll
August 23, 2009
ryan, please shine your light down on your family and loved ones, give them strength. im still sitting here in disbelief from all of this.
everyone keeps asking questions, why? why this? why that? why??? if we had all the answers to life's questions, what would we need god for? death is a certain part of life. it comes unexpectedly and is never easy. its not supposed to be. instead of questioning "was it ryan's time?", and trying to figure it out, i personally pray that i can positively affect half of the amount of people in my lifetime, that Ryan has in his 21 years...
you were 'it', man. if you only knew how many stories have been told about you, how many people who wanted to know you, how many tears have been cried for you....... rest easy, brotha.
lauren driscoll
August 23, 2009
only a few days have passed. this is tearing me apart. to the McCall family, the Driscoll's are constantly thinking of you all. memories of Ryan are being kept close to my heart. miss you guys.
Kathryn Meyers
August 23, 2009
Dear McCall Family,
I met Ryan during first period of my first year back at Downingtown West teaching English. He and his buddy Kevin Grove brightened my day each morning of their junior year. What I remember most about Ryan is his optimistic nature, his bigger than life smile, and his persistence. I remember him coming in one day extremely proud of himself for having read Of Mice and Men a second time just so he would do better on the test. My guess is that many of his classmates hadn’t even bothered to read it once. I also remember Ryan dressed up as a gangster for our 1920s Great Gatsby party and not quite pulling off the tough guy look because of his baby face and big smile! I not only remember but display the t-shirt every fall that Ryan and Kevin designed for a Vietnam War moratorium project. I am struck now by the irony of that drawing - a young soldier with his arms spread wide and obvious anguish on his face with a one word caption: “Why?” This fall as I have for the past five, I will display the t-shirt for the incoming juniors and will make sure I tell them about its designers. Your son and brother will not be forgotten in room 211 at Downingtown West.
Chris Grove
August 23, 2009
To all of Ryan's family and friends,
I pray for you as your hearts are aching that you can all soon experience a peace beyond human understanding and that you experience Ryan as a new guardian angel in your lives. He was loved by everyone because he loved everyone. He was always one of my favorites . What a wonderful person he was. My prayers are with you all.
Rhonda Roberts-Stopler
August 23, 2009
I have not had the wonderful opportunity to meet your whole family. I have met Kevin, Stephanie is my neice, and he is a wonderful young man. I can not imagine the pain and sorrow you are going through. I want you to know that your family is in the thoughts and prayers of the Roberts family everyday.
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