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Clayton Ryan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 1, 2015.

Funeral services for Clayton "Cdawg" Ryan, 14, of Nacogdoches, Texas, will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Nacogdoches, Texas, with Bro. Paul Mettlen officiating. Visitation will be at Laird Funeral Home Chapel from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2015. Patrick Clayton Ryan was born on Sept. 21, 2000. He went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015. He was a current student at Central Heights High School. Clayton enjoyed playing baseball, weight lifting and working on old cars. He loved being outside; he enjoyed mud hogging and riding four wheelers. Clayton found great joy in helping others. He was always very kind and never met a stranger. Clayton loved the Lord and knew the Lord loved him. He enjoyed attending church. He was momma's chunky monkey and daddy's hunting buddy. Clayton is survived by his father, Shane Ryan of Nacogdoches, Texas; mother, Sammi K. Howard of Nacogdoches, Texas; brothers, Cody Ryan and Kyle Ryan; two brothers from another mother, Axel Muckleroy and Bryce Jones; aunts and uncles, Gina and Richard Reeves, Ann and Jimmy McBride, Jeff and Katie Howard, Chuck and Lisa Howard, Adam "Peanut" Howard, Linda and Adam Reyes, and Frank and Tonya Phillips; numerous cousins, and many other family and friends that love him and will miss him dearly. Preceded in death by grandparents, Charles and Faye Howard, Linda Cleland and Patrick James Ryan; and great-grandmother, Alene Barton. Pallbearers are Alvin Aaron, Miky Aaron, Timothy Reeves, Cody Ryan, Bryce Jones and Josh Jones. Honorary pallbearers are Kevin Dill, Kyle Ryan, Jimmy McBride, Jeff Howard, Chuck Howard, Adam Howard and Richard Reeves. To send condolences and to sign the online guest book you may go to www.lairdfh.net. Laird Funeral Home.

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September 5, 2015

Pamela Guarnere Taylor Tillis grandmo

September 2, 2015

joanne cook froman

Gods holds all the missing pieces and in time they will be placed in Life's Picture Puzzle... then your sorrow will be erased.Lean heavily upon Our Lord for He's always near and beside you in times of grief and fear.We can't see God in any place, But I assure you He is there .We just hold some of the pieces of life's Puzzle.... all of you are in my thoughts and prayers..

September 1, 2015

Kathryn Davis- Lunsford

This wonderful young man was an honor and joy to have met. He will be greatly missed in this world. Loved this kid as al who had him, even for a moment, in their lives did. God bless.

September 1, 2015

Angela Castaneda

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

September 1, 2015

Pat Henson

I am deeply saddened by your loss. I did not teach Clayton, but did teach Shane and Cody. I have many fond memories of your family at Woden Elementary. Please know that I am praying for you, for God's peace and comfort.

September 1, 2015

Garrett Methvin

I only had Clayton in class for a week, but you just know when a person has a special heart and loves the Lord. I am deeply saddened I did not get to know him more and offer my sincerest condolences and prayers to all who have been affected by this. He was a great kid.

September 1, 2015

Linda Reyes

Words cannot describe how we all feel about this huge loss sweetheart and you will be forever missed. You will always remain in our hearts forever and always. I love you so very much.

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August 31, 2015

Madison Newland-Cooper

Rest in peace, you will be dearly missed.

August 31, 2015

Madison Newland-Cooper

August 30, 2015

Donna Matheny

I had the pleasure of substituting Clayton last year many times and quickly came to love his infectious smile, playful personality and polite manners. He was a sweetheart and he will be greatly missed. I pray God will hold all of you in His arms and comfort you in your loss.

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