Kenneth Ryan

My heart felt condolences go out to family in their lost and it is truly a great lost. Kenny had such a wonderful and passionate spirit for the love of God. I meet Kenny when the St Louis Gospel Choral Union cam to Nashville and his personality just jumps out at you and at that point you have been bitten by the Kenny Bug…..I will be praying for the family and rejoicing in my heart knowing that Kenny is singing, directing and I’m sure making them laugh…..Take your rest my...

Kenny was a sweetheart of a man who possessed a kind heart and a sincere spirit. He was always the same no matter how much time had passed between our meetings. He was a real gem to know. I'll miss him dearly.

...Always the "Life of the Party" at our Alumni Chorale social events. I will never forget the red satin, tea-length skirt and the "ugly" parrot shirt! Y'all had to be there to know what I am talking about!!!! Also known as the "Master Mimicker" when it came to impersonating someone shouting and dancing for the Lord! You ain't right!! Yet, it was respectfully done in love for your fellow Alumni sisters and brothers. It is not a mystery that God equipped Kenny to be the accomplished musician,...

I thank God for sharing Kenny with us for just a little while. My mother and I will truly miss him. We will continue to keep his family and friends in our prayers.

Hallelujah! He made it over! My heart is truly saddened at the passing of my "Big Brother" Kenny Ryan. But I rejoice in knowing that he has reached the land of "no more". No more sickness, no more suffering, no more pain, no more heartache! My prayers are with the Ryan Family, the Progressive Baptist Church Family and the Saint Louis Gospel Choral Union, Inc. of which Kenny was a proud member. We will miss you, but we'll see you in the morning!

My fondest memories of Kenny was when St. Louis Gospel traveled to Nashville, TN for the Greater Nashville Choral Union's anniversary. I had no idea that I would meet The Great Kenneth Ryan!! Who at that point and time became my friend and my brother. Our friendship blossomed from that time forward.

I even shared a part of his 40th birthday celebration.

Now, he is in Heaven with the Angels rejoicing!! Dance and sing on my brother for you did it with great pride and joy...

Kenny was a great friend. He was a talented director, musician, leader and organizer. STL Gospel was truly blessed to have him as a member. We will truly miss him but take joy in knowing we'll see him again. Our prayers are with his family.

To the family of Kenneth, I was there when he was born and I find it hard to believe he is gone. My heart goes out to his mother and brother. I will always be there for both of them. God now has a new director for the heavenly choir.

Rest in peace little cousin. I know Michael was there to greet you at Heaven's gate to show you the way. You will be missed. Till we meet again........