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Ryan Crain Obituary
Ryan's life began March 15, 1989, in St. Joseph. Ryan grew up in Watervliet and lived his life in the moment. He enjoyed going to concerts, swimming, canoeing and being around people, which was evident with his large group of friends. Ryan's greatest love was spending time with his children.
Ryan leaves behind a loving family to cherish his memory including four children: Trentin Crain, Madison Rynberg, Eric Crain and Raelynn Crain; his parents: Jerome and Cheryl (Benson) Crain; his life partner, Jennifer Russell; his brother, Adam (Tina) Crain; a grandma, Moyra Crain; two nieces: Trinity Crain and Kiara Crain; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Ryan died Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024. Visitation for Ryan will be from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 20, at Hutchins Funeral Home in Watervliet. You are invited to leave a message of comfort for Ryan's family or a donation to help with funeral expenses at hutchinsfuneral.com.
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Heather Ventimiglia
December 27, 2024
R.I.P homie ...you were taken away from this earth too early, and will be deeply missed by family and friends. I'm happy I got to know you and your family, my heart goes out to each and every one of them... sending prayers and my condolences...
Lotus
December 18, 2024
Rest in Peace Ninja...until Shangra-La
Fred Little
December 18, 2024
Ryan was a friend of my nephews Wayne and Troy,a friend of our family,the Littles,he will definitely be missed,RIP Ryan.
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