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Ryan Boudreau Obituary
He attended in his youth Redeemer Lutheran Church in Aurora, IL.
He was employed the past two years as a bicycle messenger in Chicago, IL. He enjoyed his cycling both as a career and as a competitor in bike marathons. He was a loving father.
He is survived by a daughter Ryah Boudreau; a son, Jaden Boudreau; the mother of his children, Jameelah Frazier all of Chicago, IL; his mother, Caroline (Richard) Calvin of Seneca, IL; his father, Joseph (Robin) Boudreau of CA; a sister, Malia Cole of Naperville, IL; two step sisters, Heather Calvin of Nashville, TN, Rachael Calvin of Wilmington, IL; step brother, Michael Calvin, USMC of San Diego, CA; maternal grandparents, Bob and Stephanie White of Montgomery, IL; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, George and Augie Boudreau; and an aunt, Johanna White.
Visitation will be held on Monday, August 20, 2007 from 5:00 until a funeral service at 7:00 PM at the McKEOWN-DUNN FUNERAL HOME, LTD & CREMATION SERVICES, at 210 S Madison St in Oswego, IL. Cremation was accorded the wishes of the family .
Memorials may be directed to an Education Fund for Children % Ryan Boudreau Children's Education Fund, P.O. Box 665 Oswego, IL 60543-0665.
For additional information 630/554-3888.
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JANICE Bad Heart Bull
November 29, 2010
My name is Janice Bad Heart Bull (Swick/Clay). I was in Ryan's life in the 80-90's. He was a great kid. I still see that sparkle in his eyes and the warming smile. I'm sorry I just read about the accident on the internet today, since I've been on the westcoast for over 15 yrs. My heart really goes out to Ryan's family I know how hard this is for them.
Kevin Cariato
May 31, 2008
Jameelah,
My name is Kevin Cariato, and I loved Ryan as a son. I am the Chicago Police Officer who arrested Ryan when he was 16 for running away, only to have him come live with me for years. I own a shipping company and have been out of the country for the last 12 months, and horrifyingly just found out about my boy last week.
I am completely devastated, and my heart goes out to you, the children, and his family.
Ryan had a smile that would make you melt, and a heart of gold... I will miss him everyday of my life, and I am a better person for nowing him.
Contact me for ANYTHING, or ANYTIME if I can help in anyway.
Diane Damian
April 18, 2008
To all the friends and family of Ryan, my deepest sympathy. I only knew Ryan briefly in his teen years (through his father Joe) and he was very sweet and charming. I can see he became a wonderful young man. I'm so sad to hear of this.
The family of Ryan Boudreau
August 29, 2007
Thank you all for your thoughtful words. There is a Moving Tribute now dedicated to our memories of Ryan that may now be accessed by clicking on the "Moving Tributes" link found just beneath his obituary. We invite you to share in it with us.
Sincerely,
Ryan Boudreau's family
richard urquiza
August 27, 2007
i knew ryan (selr) for a long time we havnt spoke in years but he still is apart of us all cheerio! he was just him good bad and everything inbeetween he will be missed but not forgot ..
S1 Crew
August 27, 2007
Ryan's friendship was deeply coveted by the S1 Crew. he will be sorely missed by all.Our sincere condolences, and prayers go out to his family and friends, and those that shared the streets with him
Michele McDonough
August 21, 2007
Ryan holds a very special place in my heart. I have only known him
a little over a year, but I have many memories that i will cherish always. I was fortutate to have spent his last weekend with him and to beable to share my last memory of running around the apartment sunday night with his roomates/friends having a watergun fight. I can still see his smile and hear his laugh. walking into that apartment will never be same. This is truley a huge loss to everyone who came into contact with Ryan. I am glad I was able to meet all his friends and family at the services and memorial. Everyone meant so much to him. He was absolutely a terrific father. He never stopped talking about his kids and they are so beautiful just like him. Jameelah, you were everything he ever said you were and he loved you dearly too, as I'm sure you know. Ryan will forever be in my heart.
Michele McDonough
August 21, 2007
Ryan was a very special person in my life. I have only known him a little over a year, but in that time we shared so many memories that i will forever cherish. I was fortunate enough to have spent his last weekend with him and i am blessed that my last memory of him is running around the apartment with his roomates/friends having a watergun fight. I can still picture his smile and hear his laugh. He enjoyed life right up until the end and i loved that about him. This is a loss to all who came into contact with Ryan and I know that walking into that amartment will never be the same. I am glad i got to meet all of his friends and family at the services. He was an absolutely terriffic father. He never stopped talking about them. And thay are truly beautiful just like him. Jameela, you are everything he ever said you were, and he loved you dearly too. As I'm sure you know. I will forever hold him in my heart.
Too Good For Earth He Was
Jameelah Frazier
August 20, 2007
I am the mother of Ryan's two children, ages 3 and 5. He was a wonderful father and he kept smiles on everyone faces. I love him so much and I feel blessed for him to have been a part of my life. Even more pleased am I to have been given the gift being able to keep a part of him with me at all times (Our children) It feels so good for the children and I to see how many people are reaching out and sending their condolenecs this way. It definitely helps in the healing process.
Laura Cassil
August 20, 2007
I am sorry for your loss. I'm not too good with words, but he was the kindest person to me.
Emily
August 19, 2007
You have my deepest sympathy during this very sad time. May God bless you and yours.
Sincerely,
Augie
August 19, 2007
I regret not being able to attend Ryan's services today, but my sincerest condolences to his family and those closest to him.I'm glad that I was able to know him and he will be missed.
Roseann Vitale
August 18, 2007
Ryan will be missed by everyone who knew him, especially in the messenger community. "An injury to one is an injury to all." I wish I could be at the services today, but I am there in heart. My sympathy to everyone in the family.
Bill Chidley
August 18, 2007
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.
Laura
August 17, 2007
I am the designer who did the casket flowers for Ryan. I would like to express my deepest sympathies to Ryan's family and friends. It's especially hard when they're so young. God bless.
lori clark
August 16, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April Daniczyk
August 15, 2007
I am sorry for your loss you and your family are in my prayers
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