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JENKINS, Ryan Edward Age 30, of Dayton, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 3, 2011, at his home. Ryan is survived by his wife, Marcy; mother, Crystal; father, Richard; step-mother, Kathy; sister, Yvonne; three children, Steven, Emilee & Isaiah; brother, Eric; sister, Amy; his dog, Oscar "The Grouch"; and by his extended family & many good friends. Ryan served five years in the U. S. Air Force and he loved his kids, playing guitar and watching movies. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday (11/14) at the Dayton National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions should be made to the family to help with expenses. Donations may be made in memory of Ryan Jenkins and mailed to 5/3 Bank, 2115 East Dorothy Lane, Dayton, Ohio 45420. To send a special message to the family, please visit www.NewcomerDayton.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ryan Jenkins
Maria Goicouria
November 21, 2020
Always missing you
Debbie Dear
November 14, 2011
Ryan you were the best friend to Matthew, he considers you his brother and I in-turn consider you my second son, that is why I called you by Baby Ry Ry which you said was ok, just don't call you RyeBread. I remember us having that conversation when you were helping me carry groceries into the house one afternoon. I still hear your laugh, I still see you walking up the driveway to my house with that stocking cap on your head and a smile on your face, I still hear you and Matt practicing in my basement, I still see you standing in my kitchen, and I still see you sitting in my garage or slouched back in a chair on the patio or talking to me while sitting on the front porch. I remember our talks, I remember your smile (kind of half grin actually), I remember your voice, I remember your music, I remember your laugh and most of all I remember what a wonderful helpful, kind, intelligent caring human being you were. I miss you !
Rest in Peace Baby Ry Ry ...
Aleah Burton
November 11, 2011
Ryan was a true friend. I will miss him greatly.my sincere condolences go out to his family & friends. May he Rest In Peace.
November 11, 2011
Bubby, may you sleep soundly now with no more pain. I know you are watching over everyone. Ann still has her floppy dog that you gave her and has carried it everywhere. We love you sooo much.
DW
November 10, 2011
It was a pleasure to work with Ryan if only for a short time. You are going to be greatly missed..................Rest in peace Ryan.
DW
November 10, 2011
It was a pleasure to work with Ryan if only for a short time. You are missed already.........Rest in peace Ryan
Mary and Jim Young
November 10, 2011
To All of Ryan's Family. At a time like this, it's difficult to find words to express our sympathy to all of you. Please know that you are in our thoughts, and we will pray for all of you.
Erin Banks
November 10, 2011
Ryan,
It's hard to imagine a world without a creative person like you in it. We grew up together and although graduation has distanced us, you were always in my thoughts. I truly hope you are at peace.
Lisa Russell
November 10, 2011
Ryan was a kind and helpful young man who will be missed by his coworkers and friends. May God bless his family in this time of terrible tragedy.
With his trademark Oscar The Grouch T-shirt@ a fishing trip 2009
Maria Gilbert
November 9, 2011
You were really one of a kind. Feels like a part of my heart is missing. I love you so much & I hope you have found peace. You live on forever in the hearts of all who knew you. Our deepest condolences to Ryan's family and his children, may you find comfort in the countless of lives he touched and how cherished he was.
Jesse Gilbert
November 9, 2011
Hey man, it's so quiet without you. Everytime I close my eyes I see you waiting for me with a smile. When I come home you're on my front porch waiting like you always were. Everytime I sing, I can hear your guitar. You are in everything I do, and in every part of me forever. I'll make you proud brother...I love you
Erica
November 9, 2011
There really are no words left for me. I really don't know what to say anymore. I am at a loss. You, for once, have silenced me.
Amy King
November 9, 2011
My sweet brother-in-law Ryan, you are missed so very much. I will always be here for your children and we will never let them forget you. I will always see your face in theirs.
Leslie Benson
November 9, 2011
Somehow among every trouble
in this world our worries seem
so small.
In the context of something greater that surrounds us, confounds us, and
consumes us all.
We fight hard for such small battles
though one strong wind will make
our tower fall.
Look how fragile we are,
how fragile we really are.
We are only ever two steps away from the space connecting all of us and
the next world.
Take a deep enough breath and you will hear the fluttering of wings and
our beating hearts.
So hold tight to those you love no matter how hard they try to fight or trouble you.
Look how fragile we are,
how fragile we really are.
Our birth is like a long blue-veined sleep and a forgetting.
We shed our shells into fragile bodies right from the beginning.
So wide-eyed and unsure of the mysteries ahead, hesitating.
Asleep to the golden gates, among friends, timeless and waiting.
Look how fragile we are,
how fragile we really are.
Look how fragile we are,
how fragile we really are.
---
Love you and miss you, Ry ...
-Leslie
Kandi Mahaffey
November 9, 2011
Ryan will be missed by A LOT of us. He was a great guy and good friend that always had your back no matter what. Ryan was loved by many of us. His music and poems will live on forever in his name and in our hearts. You are free of pain now bub. RIP Brother. We love you Ryan. Till we meet again one day.
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