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BORN
1984
DIED
2017
Ryan Jay Obituary
Ryan will be dearly missed by his loving parents, Clifford and Ruth Jay; his brother, Daniel (Jen), and his sister Sarah. Ryan is also survived by his grandmother Phyllis Jay; aunts Lydia Jay and Katie (John) Perhogan; uncles Nick (Sally) Jay and Bryan (Dorothy) Schley; and cousins Greta (Eric) Swoveland, John Michael Perhogan, Elizabeth (Steve) Samoranski, Rebecca Schley, Missie Schley, David Schley, and Michael Schley. Ryan was preceded in death by his grandparents Leon and Peggy Schley, grandfather William Jay, uncle Richard Schley, and aunt Mary Schley.
The family will greet friends on Sunday, July 2 from 2:00pm until 8:00pm at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Rd., Clinton Twp. A Celebration of Ryan's life will be held at 10:00am on Monday, July 3 at the above location. Interment following at Clinton Grove Cemetery, Mt. Clemens.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made in Ryan's memory to Ruth Jay. Fond memories and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.KaulFuneralHome.com
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Daniel Jay
December 31, 2017
I miss you everyday.
Jen and I got married in October this year. We also have a baby on the way, his name is Greyson Ryan Jay.
We'll continue forward with you in our thoughts. I look forward to being with you again someday, brother. I love all the memories I have of us still.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Years!
August 1, 2017
May your light always shine even thru the storms!
Kory Kline
July 6, 2017
To the Jay Family -
Words cannot express how sorry I am for the loss of Ryan. May memories of him keep you comforted during this difficult time. Our sincerest condolences from my family to yours.
Amber Chandler
July 5, 2017
To the Jay family, may the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace through this tough time. Ryan will forever live on in the memories and hearts of all of those he touched during his time here. My thoughts are with you.
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Hanifah Burch
July 3, 2017
Dear Jay family, my prayers and condolences go out to you in this most difficult time. My the Lord Jesus Christ give you peace in time of sorrow, let Him replace every tear with a fond memory and smile and may you find your rest in Him always.
Rochelle Charette
July 2, 2017
Our most sincere condolences to the Jay family on the loss of Ryan. May he continue to live on and may the family know peace somewhere in this difficult time. Be warmed by the thought that we are not alone in grief as we are surrounded by family and friends.
-The Charette Family
Michelle Zapfe
July 2, 2017
Dear Ruth and family,
My heart breaks for you all.
May you somehow find strength in the days to follow through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
My deepest condolences.
Daniel Jay
July 1, 2017
Ryan,
I love you.
You're a part of me and always will be. And I'm part of you. I'll never be the same without the joy, kindness, and love you've given me in life. I will cherish the memories we created together forever.
Your strength has become my strength, I will live this life for both of us. I know you will guide the path we take. And one day we will be together again. I need to be with you again. I am so proud of you. You are my best man. My best friend. My brother.
You are handsome, intelligent, witty, funny, and skilled.
Your name, Ryan Samuel Jay, will never be forgotten as I walk this earth. Thank you for helping me become the man I am today.
I love you. Your brother, Daniel.
Sarah Karawan
July 1, 2017
Ryan I love you. I miss you and wish you were here with all my heart. I'll see you again and I know you won't disappoint with conversation when we do years from now. Love you always
Heidi Fodor
July 1, 2017
It is so hard to say goodbye to loved ones who die at such a young age, it is hard to say goodbye at any age, actually, but that is where our faith and trust in God and the hope of eternity kicks in. Sending you my prayers and love and hopes that your hearts are guarded and guided by the love of our Heavenly Father. May He bless you and keep you during this painful and dark time in your lives.
Heidi Schley Fodor
Ruth Jay
July 1, 2017
Ryan you always and will be my loving and cherished son. Your loving brother Daniel and your loving sister Sarah knows I loved you with all of my heart. I remember the day we brought you home from the hospital, we all became one entire family. Ryan our love for you is greater than anyone can can imagine. Real love is making sure that you take care of the person and supply for the. Wa t they need, With all of ohr loving hearts we are giving you a place to rest your spirit when visiting us from heaven. My wonderful son take this gift from your loving family visit us often with your spirit. A special thank you from both grandparents for helping in this gift,
Greta Swoveland
July 1, 2017
I will always love you forever. You were like my brother and a good friend. You had a heart of gold. I'll never forget you. You will always be a part of me, always and forever. I love you so dearly. I'm going to miss you so much. I know you'll always be with me, but it's not the same. I love you Ryan, may you Rest In Peace,
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