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Ryan Wilcox Obituary
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WILCOX, Ryan Carlton age 49, born January 14, 1962 in Dayton, Ohio, departed this life unexpectedly Saturday, March 12, 2011 at Miami Valley Hospital. He was employed by Green Tokai. Preceded in death by his parents, Juanita Rose Marie and Robert Wilcox. Ryan is survived by his wife, Rochell Wilcox; son, Ryan; stepchildren, Jodeci and Geoffery; sisters, Juanita (Willie) Easterling, Joya Wilcox, Sheila Wilcox and Regina Wilcox; brothers, Carl Wilcox, Rictor (Tracy) Wilcox; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. Funeral service will be held 11 am Thursday, March 17, 2011 at the HOUSE OF WHEAT Funeral Home, Inc., 2107 N. Gettysburg Ave. Rev. Bobbi Harewood officiating. Interment West Memory Gardens. Visitation 9 am Thursday at the funeral home until the time of service. Family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Online condolences may be expressed at [email protected]
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Memories and Condolences
for Ryan Wilcox
Angela Marie "Pinky" Miley
March 9, 2025
Good morning my love
It has been a long 14 years, I feel so lost without you. I miss your voice, your smile, your laughter, your morning/night calls, you bringing me chocolate/pepsi to my job, and your love. I truly miss and love you so much, continue to rest in paradise.
Love Angela
Angela Miley
March 9, 2021
Ryan I think of you everyday I miss and love you so much you are truly missed and loved by all my love RIPradaise
Racel Gaulding
March 29, 2011
Peace be with your family!! You will be truly missed. Luv you always--RaeRae
katrina paulding
March 25, 2011
I was blessed and honored to be your family physician; you are in the bosom of our Heavenly Father right now and, although I miss your beautiful smile so much, the knowledge that you are at rest gives me peace - and I will see you again when I get to Heaven - that gives me great joy..
I will continue to keep this beautiful family, that I have grown to love, in my prayers, during this extremely difficult time.
WILLIE GILBERT
March 25, 2011
RYAN,you will be missed fun memories from the GILBERT FAMILY.WILLIE JOE,GILBERT.JR
Henry
March 24, 2011
Ryan you will be missed as a co-worker & friend, God Speed
JaWanna Wilhoite-Bankston
March 21, 2011
Big Ryan, as I always called you, It seems like yesterday you were stopping by to pay me for doing your sons hair. You always seemed to be in a hurry. I thank you for my nick name wanna-wanna. Your smile was truly contagious. You are a true man to be honored. Your homegoing celebration was done in proper order and respect. There was a lot of good things said about you. The poems and the euology helped bring closure, you will never be forgotten and you will be missed. Rest in Peace your niece JaWanna (Jeff's daughter)
March 20, 2011
you will truly be missed mr.wilcox
Darryl Brooks
March 20, 2011
You will be Loved and Missed
March 18, 2011
Ryan you will be truly be missed Prayers go out to your family 14k Forever
Salome Dozier
March 18, 2011
Hey Ryan I never would have believe that march 3 would have been my last time talking to you in the break room seeing that smile u cracking me up as usual .you where one of the good guys always talking about lunch giving me all the new restaurant numbers or paging me wondering what I was going to eat for lunch.u were like everybody loves Raymond except it was everybody loves Ryan. I will miss seeing your face when u take out the trash an holla Sammy v. That was the name u gave me thanks buddy. It's so hard to say good bye to the good ones bt god called you home for a reason buddy.peace my brother be looking for me one day. Love u always Salome (Sammy v.)
Ronda Gilbert
March 18, 2011
Sorry to hear about your family's lost. I worked with Ryan at Green Tokai years ago.My prayers go out to you all. May God bless and cover your family with his love in your time of need.
Angela Pinky Miley
March 18, 2011
My love,i love you; you will always be with me and i will miss you; my thoughts and prayers goes out to Ryan's family, love you all.
Charlene Weiss
March 17, 2011
You will be missed, as a co-worker & a friend, and your smile i'll never forget. My thoughts & prayers go out to Ryan's family.
Trotwood Ohio
March 17, 2011
To the Family of Mr. Ryan C Wilcox, May God bless each one of you in your time of sorrow. Ryan RIP my brother!!!
March 17, 2011
March 17, 2011
Ryan touched so many people in so many ways, you could see that today, by all those who turned out for his Home Going.
Ryan, please know that you are missed and will always be loved. We know you are looking down and have that smile we all loved to see
Always your friend
Vie
March 17, 2011
My heart goes out to the Wilcox family for the loss of Ryan. He was a real good person and co-worker, he will be greatly missed. my thoughts and prayers will be with you. Patty Marshall-co-worker at GTC.
Gary Armstrong
March 17, 2011
Ryan we will all miss you, I remember betting "9 or better" at the bowling alley on sundays at Bowlero.I can remember asking you "what's wrong with my car" because I knew you would know if nobody else did. Those were the Good Old Days and that's what I will remember.
McCain
March 17, 2011
Ryan,
You will be very muched missed.
Always seeing you with a big smile on your face!
My condolences go out to your wife, son and family.
Desiree and Dexter McCain
Victor Wenzel
March 17, 2011
Thanks for the laughs Ryan...may God Bless your soul!
Gloria Miley
March 17, 2011
To Ryan's family I'm sorry for your lost. I personally will miss Ryan, he was a good young man. Alway there when needed I was glad to have him call me mom. Sorry he had to go so young God needed him for another job. Ryan you will always be in my heart and on my mine.
mom
March 17, 2011
Dear Ryan it was a pleasure to have known you. you really did help the work day go by easier with your laughter we will greatly miss you RIP Melissa and Patti
The Trammell Family
March 17, 2011
May you find peace in knowing that Ryan is in a better place. God bless the Wilcox family.
sharvae
March 17, 2011
Ryan I can't believe you're gone, but you will never be forgotten. I was truly blessed to have known you. We will all see you again.
Bonnie Zumbrun
March 17, 2011
Ryan will be greatly missed by the employees of Green Tokai. He was a special person .
Tracy Mathews
March 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. God is the only one that can give you comfort and understanding.
Love Always Tracy, Lil Bobby, Trey and Tallice
Jackie Coleman
March 17, 2011
Ryan Wilcox, a true Man!! An example that I was so blessed to have and know throughout my childhood, my teen-age years and my twenties. He meant so much to me and now that he is gone he means even more. As I got a little older, I moved away, I guess I let time and distance get the best of me and my relationship with him. Did I get so caught up in my own daily life, hopes and dreams that I put important people from my past on hold? I feel as though I did. To those who are reading this, always remember to let your loved ones know how much you love them and how much you care. I know Ryan is in heaven with God because a heart as big as Ryan's can't go to waste. I love you and will always keep you in my memories. Love your God-child (Jack)Jackie
Nose/Darnell Turner
March 17, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
March 16, 2011
MAY YOU BE WITH GOD HIMSELF GOING TO MISS YOU , YOUR FRIEND ROY POPE.
Chris Goodson @ Fam.
March 16, 2011
You are in a better place now when times are at their worst, but we will meet again. Love ya bra !
Ryan at lunch at Green Tokai 8/19/09
March 16, 2011
March 16, 2011
Lori Brown (Alexander)
March 16, 2011
A true friend with the prettiest smile. Your smile and big heart and those greasy hands from working on cars back in the day from sun up to sun down is what I will always remember most about you!! You will truely be missed by all. But you memories will always remain.
Lynel Beaty
March 16, 2011
To Rochelle and family, please know that you all in our thoughts and prayers. Look to God and allow God to be your source and strength during this most difficult time. Tim & Lynel Beaty
The Green Family
March 16, 2011
Ryan you will be greatly missed. But your presence will always be felt in our hearts. Love Always!!!
March 16, 2011
God Bless from the Powell Family...
March 16, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God bless and keep you in your time of need.
Rayella Glaze
Jocelynn Heath
March 16, 2011
RIP Ryan you will be truly missed. Keep smiling your in heaven now, a better place. My deepest sympathy goes out to his loved ones keep your heads up he's in a better place.:)
Caryn Rainey
March 16, 2011
When I think of Ryan, I immediately think of four things:
-His bright smile
-His love for and loyalty to his cousin
-A crazy weekend trip
-And, the same greeting each and every time I saw him, "What's up cuz?"
Memories I'll always have and cherish.
To Ryan's family, God bless.
Deana Zumbrun
March 16, 2011
The first time that I met you I asked you to break into my car because I locked my keys in there. You are a great friend and I'm going to miss you so much. Rest In Peace Ryan.
Alethea Milton
March 16, 2011
To the entire Wilcox family my thoughts and prayers go out to you. Ryan was a classmate and a good friend. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Bobby Milton
March 16, 2011
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Kenny Stringer
March 16, 2011
Wilcox, it's been a minute since we last spoke and I'm sorry we never got to hang like we planned in the Chi. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, "Once a partner, Always a brother" R.I.P.
karen richey
March 16, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Becky Rusk
March 16, 2011
Ryan you aere a great friend and coworker you will be missed!!!!! i really apperciate how you always had nice things to say to me. AND TO YOUR FAMILY THANK YOU FOR SHARING HIM WITH US!!! HE WILL BE MISSED GREATLY!!!!!
BILLY SHAW
March 16, 2011
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AT YOUR TIME OF SORROW. REST IN PEACE, RYAN.
Jennifer Crosby Champion
March 16, 2011
To my nieces Joanie and Jamie, and all my exteneded family, I am truly sorry to hear about Ryan. Look to our Lord for comfort. In time the pain will heal. I will always remember his kind ways and that great smile. May God bless your family and keep you in care. Love always , Your aunt Jennifer
unknown
March 16, 2011
You will be missed!!!
March 16, 2011
Ryan....You were such a Excellent Friend people who knew you knew that they could count on you as a Man of your Word and with that you Had MANY FRIENDS who will miss you DEARLY!! Farewell Friend. R.I.P.
Rolanda Morehead (McNair)
March 16, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ashley Thomas
March 16, 2011
Speechless.. Truly a great friend.
Cassaundra Dee Ford
March 16, 2011
To the family of Ryan Wilcox, May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time, I am praying for you all, knowing that the Lord doesn't make mistakes. Hold each other up in Jesus, for its not Ryan's end. It just the beginning of eternal life in god's kingdom.
Mae Lisa
March 16, 2011
Ryan, Boo I was sitting here missing you
As I’m certain that we all, really do
I swear all you ever did was smile so very bright
Telling goofy jokes to every ones delight
Old School ways and someone that we could truly trust
Talking it over with you was simply a must
R ember me year after year
Y et no more crying and shedding tears
A nd
N ot to worry for I am at peace and have no more fears
Master mechanic, gentleman and scholar
I never heard him raise his voice in anger, or even holler
One in a million and the Best that I’ve ever known
It’s hard to believe that our brother and friend is gone
RIP we hope to see you again
For time does have a beginning and an end
RIP our brother and our special friend
Your AC and Jackson School Family
Mae Lisa
Arthur Gadson
March 16, 2011
Ryan, you truly will be missed. I just remember seeing you at the gas station and you smiling like always saiding Artie Art...LOL. I can remember riding through AC & we would always sit and rap about anything and everything. My you rest in peace bruh!
Mae Lisa
March 16, 2011
Ryan my boo we're all missing you
That famous smile that can be seen for miles, too
The impish grin, that we shall never see again
The goofy jokes, so unexpected that we would all choke
Smart, disciplined, level headed and such
True Old School someone that we all could trust
Master mechanic, scholar and gentleman
If nobody else could fix it, we know that you can
For he was so good with his heart and his hands
Never an ill word, any anger or dislike
Just A great friend and brother to all he touched in this life
R ember me
Y ear after year
A nd
N o more crying or shedding tears
I'm resting now and have no fear
To the Best that ever did it, One in a Million RIP, my dearest friend,
Much Luv always and forever,
Your entire AC and Jackson School Family
MaeLisa
Kevin Candler
March 16, 2011
To everyone who came into contact with(hot-rod)RYAN you know that this was and still is a person that would do whatever he could to help you no matter what it may have been. Ryan we will all see you some day.
JD Davis
March 16, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kenneth Candler
March 16, 2011
To the Wilcox Family & Arlington Courts Family God has sent a message that he wanted our brother Ryan to come on home and not suffer anymore pain, (Hot-Rod)will be missed by many so I say to everyone God is Good just give him a try for he will and has bless us all in more ways than we can count. Ryan I pray that I get to see you my Brother when God say's my work down here is over. Ken-Ken
Regina Lark
March 16, 2011
My heart goes out to all of Ryan's family and friends. Seek comfort in all the good times and memories you shared with him. God Bless you All.
Lori Sever
March 16, 2011
I will miss seeing Ryan's smile when I go on my lunch deliveries to Green tokai. He was a very nice man, and my heart goes out to his family, and friends.
Lori Sever/O'Riley's Tavern
Nicole Stargell
March 16, 2011
you are loved and will be missed
Howard Dozier
March 16, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Wilcox family.Ryan was a good man,co-worker,and friend.He lived his life with one goal in mind,helping others.
Arnetta Turner
March 16, 2011
I wish to express my deepest condolences to the family. May you find comfort in each other.
March 16, 2011
Ryan u will be missed by so many people and u kept a smile on your face no matter what went on thats how im going to remember you. love you forever
and ever,
MARILYN BROWN "LIL SIS"
kenneth candler
March 16, 2011
To The Wilcox Family and the Arlington courts Family God has call for another one of our brothers home and to be with him. We all have many memories about (Hot Rod) Ryan things that would make you laugh and cry at the same time words can never say how much you will be missed my Brother. we all love and miss you Ken-Ken
velvis priest sr
March 16, 2011
dam ryan i still cant believe this.... it seams like yesterday we were all growing up in arlington courts like brothers & sisters,my most joyful & memorable times in life,but it saddens me how we are all leaving to soon so young.my condolences to the entire wilcox and extended family we all just lost another brother r.i.p Ryan
Derek Fields
March 16, 2011
Ryan was a good man and a special person to myself and I believe he impacted many lives as he did mine. May God bless his soul and continue to bless his family and those that were close to him.
alton patrick
March 16, 2011
to the wilcox family may god bless u during ur time of grief,he will be missed
Sonya McKnight
March 16, 2011
Dang Big Cuz, I can't believe you are gone!!! You will be missed soooo much!!! You were so much like a BIG BRO to me. Thank You so much for all that you taught me, and being there for me when ever i really need you. You were and always will be my FAV CUZ!!! BYE BIG HEAD.~MUCH LOVE ALWAYS~ SONYA
Lovone Kidd-McGhee
March 16, 2011
Ryan Wilcox you will be missed so very much. I just got the news and my heart was filled with sadness. I can't believe God called you home so soon and I'm thinking maybe he needs his car fixed;)) I will alway think of your smile and the fun times we shared in the past. I will cherish the memories forever. May God bless the Wilcox family.
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Kenya Schumpert
March 15, 2011
Ryan We Wil Mis You Ver Muc Cuz
Kenya Schumpert
March 15, 2011
Ryan You Wil Be Truly Mis Cuz The Last Time I Saw You Was At The Courts Picnic Darryl Said It Was So Good To See You At His Father Funeral Which Was Ur Uncle Jerone S Now You Can See Him In Heaven Smileing Down On Us
Donald Duckie Blanton
March 15, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Chris Dickey
March 15, 2011
Iam sorry for the loss of Ryan.he will be missed. it was a great pleasure working with him.R.I.P.Ryan
Darlene Wilcox-Weaver
March 15, 2011
GOD deserves the honor for allowing me to be part of such a beautiful family! It is truly a testimony to what an awesome person Cousin Ryan is, that so many people have been touched by his wonderful spirit and no one who knew him will ever forget that smile. I am praying that we will always be bonded together by his memory and the love we all have for him!! I love you very much family! "But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles" ~ Isaiah 40:31a
Darnell Gates
March 15, 2011
To the Wilcox Family, We are all very saddened for the lost, I last saw Ryan at Clyde's funeral or (Wynn-Moe) As Ryan would call him, Never letting our child hood names go unforgotten, We sat side by side,(White Boy) As he called me lol,(That big smile and choking laugh) As we celebrated a life. Now the celebration is yours, My friend you will always be remembered, Even on the cloudiest days I will look up and know its you doing a burn out. Love and miss you Unk.
Viella
March 15, 2011
Ryan, you will be missed and always loved. Memories from back in the day (Arlington courts) and when we would see each other in passing, you always had that smile that I will forever keep in my heart.
Delora Williams-Morrow
March 15, 2011
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him shall not parish, but have everlasting life. Ryan lives on, in and through all of you. May God bless and comfort you in your time of need. Love you all
Veola Moore
March 15, 2011
Rochelle and family, May God continue to be your guide. Ryan loved you and the family that the two of you shared.
My GOD'S love and strength carried all of you while allowing HIS will to be done. GOD BLESS you all.
March 15, 2011
Your family has a unique bond. All of you began holding each other up at a very early age. I remember you all from the Arlington Court days...Ryan kept a lot of people in motion. He will be remembered and missed by many! Christine (on McCall)
Rashanda Roberts
March 15, 2011
I love you Ryan and will always miss you... Tell my mom I miss her
Signed: Ms.Piggy
Herk Norman
March 15, 2011
Wilcox Family
I am very sorry to hear about my brother leaving us so soon. He is in a better place were he will never be sick or soar again. He will also be re-united with his lost ones from the pass. We all have great memories from the past to keep us smiling like Ryan wants us to. its not a day that goes by that i cant think about us at the bowling alleys or at Normans Towing with the guys having a ball or shooting pool. Wondering what place we were going to eat at that night. Those are the little things that makes Ryan such a special person to all of us. If your car had a problem and you did'nt have money to get it fix right then Ryan would fix it and tell you I see you later with that big smile on his face. Nobody was a stranger to Ryan he open his self up to everyone and gave everyone a chance one time and some people 2 & 3 times. Ryan my bother you lived a good life here on earth and God must have needed you up there with him. You will truely be missed here and I know you will be looking down here with that 'BIG' smile on your face blessing us all. May you rest in peace my brother till we meet again.
I Luv u my brother and you will always be in my heart.
Robyn Bloodsaw
March 15, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
james wright
March 15, 2011
Go with God my friend and be at peace
Rolonda Bush
March 15, 2011
Ryan you will be TRULY missed. I know you are in a better place,with no worries. Gone to soon! You will never be forgotten!!! We love you and always will!!!!!
Dorcas Wilcox
March 15, 2011
Ryan you will be missed by everyone who's life you touched. I'll see you soon.
Love you Cuz.
Cynthia Thompson
March 15, 2011
Joya, Rick and to the rest of the family. May GOD bless you in your time of sorrow. Grief can be so hard, but our own personal memories help us cope. I feel blessed to have known Ryan...Remember GOD doesn't make mistakes, Ryan's work here is complete...God needs him more than us.
Ivory and The Kennedy Family
March 15, 2011
I would like to say that Ryan is truly a FRIEND OF MINE! I met him when they moved to Arlington Courts back in the day.The family is just AMAZING!We are Friends for Life! Never Forget That!
Tyrone Finley
March 15, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. May your special memories of your great romance help ease your grief.
Kia Clark's Mom
March 15, 2011
To my dearest Green Tokai Family, some things I'd like to say...but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there are no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all what God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Ms. Pam
Yolanda DeLay
March 15, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Ryan you will be missed.
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