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Ryan Mastracchio Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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October 2, 2013
As I sit here on this beautiful fall day Ryan would have loved, I reflect on my memories and write my goodbye. There are ties that bind, we were family. Part of each other's lives for 20 years. I really cannot believe he is gone.
I remember our first meeting and not allowing my daughter to date an older man, not realizing or believing he was in 10th grade. Such a handsome man.
So many everyday memories, and special ones that stand out. Being there to share the birth of Michael and Bella and seeing his tears of joy, he was so proud! Trips to San Diego and Daytona full of adventure, laughs, and getting lost. Weekends up north, hanging at the Greenfield house, Guitar Hero, his attempts to teach me disc golf, sliding on his homemade snow “luge”, swimming lessons with the kids, his love of Halloween, his new breadmaker (so excited to share simple things. His love of animals and nature, and all things outdoors.
I especially cherish our heart-to-heart talks about life, religion, respect and acceptance. I remember a young man who lived life to the fullest and knew how to have fun. Who would help those in need. He had rough patches, as everyone does, and overcame that. A loving involved father, hardworking guy, and creative. His death is something I never imagined and will never understand.
Ryan's smile will be forever imprinted in my mind and on my heart! Much love and as a family we will care for your children. We see you in them and honor your memory with them.
Rest in peace my friend,
Cheryl Vinge
Julie Krutzig
September 6, 2013
Prayers are with your family Nick, during this rough time. Sending lots of love and prayers your way The Mastracchio family!! Xoxo
josh mach
September 3, 2013
I will never forget you freind.
Harry and Barbara Kennelly (former Loram Employee and Bowling League Member)
September 1, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. He was a son to be proud of. May you find peace during this time.
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Tracey McCurdy
September 1, 2013
Sandi,Sabrina,and Nicholas...I just started crying when I read about your loss. It's been years since I have seen you but I have never forgotten any of you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Adam Carlstrom
August 30, 2013
I haven't seen Ryan since WHS but he was always friendly. Sad to hear he has gone so soon. From all the messages it looks like he was very rich in love. My thoughts and prayers are with all of those who loved him.
Shirley DuBois
August 30, 2013
Sandi - I am so sorry for your loss. Scott left me a message and I just got it today. I can only imagine your pain. Just know that you and your family are in my prayers. If there is anything at all I can do, please just let me know.
Joyce Sharp
August 30, 2013
My heart breaks for all of you!!
Sandi our sons (Michael Sharp)went to school together both at Wayzata and Montana
State. They were always
hanging out with a great group of friends - many times at our
home in Wayzata. I always thought in high school that Michael and Ryan looked so much alike! Please know I will be praying for you.
August 30, 2013
Sandi, Nick and Sabrina...My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I just want to say how sorry I am to hear of Ryan. He was always so very nice when he came to the bank. May his soul rest in peace. Sandi I am here for you..Anytime you need to talk.
Love always Anita.
Jamie Talberg
August 29, 2013
I've always considered Sandi, Ryan, Nicholas and Sabrina Mastracchio as my second family. We've shared birthdays, holidays, celebrations and memories over the last 12 plus years.
I really got to know Ryan about ten years ago when I moved in with him and Nicholas. Ryan and Nicholas are the prime definition of brothers through and through. They could argue, fight, make up and be playing a video game all in a matter of an hour. No matter what, they always had each others back and shared a bond that only two brothers could have. I am so grateful to have been a part and witness of it.
Ryan you always, always greeted me with a big smile and a "Hi Jamie!!!!!" You treated me like a little sister and I always looked up to you. You were such an amazing father and person. You will be greatly missed, love you and may you rest in peace.
August 29, 2013
Sandi, Nick & Sabrina..My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May his soul rest in peace. Ryan was always so very very nice when he came through the Drive thru with his Vikings hat on. This is so sad ..with deepest sympathy.
Fran Helle
August 29, 2013
I didn't know Ryan personally but I work at Anchor Bank with Sandi and I wanted to express my deepest sympathy to your family. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family in this most difficult time. May God give you strength and courage in your time of need. God Bless you all.
Dean Mussehl
August 28, 2013
My heart goes out to all the Mastracchio's in this hard time.
Bruce & Jocelyn Tubbs
August 28, 2013
Sandi, we extend our deepest sympathy to you and all of the Mastracchio family. The loss of a child, father, partner is much more than anyone can bear. My GOD hold you all in his loving arms and bring you comfort.
mary skrupky
August 28, 2013
Our dearest Niece Bobbi, we are so sorry for the loss of your sweet Ryan. God's grace and comfort help you through this very sad time. Peace, Jerry and Mary
Rich Carothers
August 28, 2013
What a great man.The lives you touched.I will miss you.
August 27, 2013
Sandy.....I am so sorry for your loss.
Margie Carpenter
Tom & Marge Wegscheider
August 27, 2013
Bobbi & baby Dominic
Are hearts are saddened by your loss. Keep the memories alive and God will help you through the sadness.
Michele Mondoux
August 27, 2013
My heart goes out to your family during this terrible time of loss. I wanted to let you know our Birchview community of teachers and staff are all thinking of you, especially Michael and Bella.
Jon & Carole
August 27, 2013
Bobbi,
Our very deepest sympathy in your loss! You will always be in our prayers & heart! God gave you the greatest gift of all, his son! SO very very sorry! Sympathy to all his family, friends & loved ones!
Todd, Lory, Shelby, Chase, & Royce Ullom
August 27, 2013
We are all so very sorry for your loss. We pray that God will hold you all very close and help you daily as you face the coming days.
Jeff Brandt
August 27, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
Terry Loken
August 26, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family.
Jason McNutt
August 26, 2013
I first met Ryan at a backyard boxing match in high school. I quickly learned that although imposing in stature, he was more the gentle giant type, not a fighter. His heart was much bigger than his hands. You've got to admit, those were some big hands. There were times when years would pass between our meetings, but each time we got together he remained my friend. Ryan and I shared a love for our lord and savior Jesus Christ. That is my only comfort in this loss… I will miss him
Diane Keith (former Loram employee)
August 26, 2013
Thinking of the Mastracchio family at this time.
Linda DeVito
August 26, 2013
Sandi,Sabrina,Nicholas, my heart is breaking for all of you,Words cannot express the sadness I feel for you,I am sending my prayer, that Jesus will hold you in his Arms through this difficult time.
louis and squeak mastracchio
August 26, 2013
our deepest sympathies are with you ALL during this very difficult time!
Jessie Frost
August 26, 2013
Love to you, Mastracchio family. Love you all so, so much. XOXO
Elizabeth Williams Banks
August 26, 2013
Having watched Ryan grow from a mischievous teen to a loving adult, I will never forget his wonderful smile and even more wonderful bear hugs. My heart goes out to his family, friends and loved ones. He will be missed dearly and always hold a place in our hearts.
Teresa Gadach
August 26, 2013
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Teresa Gadach (former Loram employee)
Lynn Hegg
August 26, 2013
Dear Mastracchio family, please know that the love and strength of the many people whose lives Ryan touched will be there to help you through this. It is not fair that he is no longer with you, but the legacy he leaves is great.
Andrew Restrepo
August 26, 2013
I'm very saddened to hear the news about Ryan, my thoughts & prayers go out to his family.
August 26, 2013
Daddy, I love you and I miss you with all of my heart. Love, Bella
August 26, 2013
Hi Dad, How are you doing up there? Did you go bowling yet? Do you have a TV up there? Can you get anything you want up there? I see your signs that you are making. The first one I saw was the sparkling moon in the trees and then saw it again. And in the trees I saw the ghost that was funny like a pumpkin. And I saw a smiley face twice. And I thought I saw you as an angel coming up to my window. Then I saw the sun go up, the sun go down, and then back up again and went really high! I love you, good bye, I will write you another note and I love you again. I know there is going to be more signs in my life from you. I miss you again, I love you, good bye. Love, Michael
Helayne Bruntjen
August 26, 2013
My heart is so heavy for all of you. Although I never met Ryan, I remember Sabrina from WHS when my kids were there (Justin, Courtney and Carley). Sandi, I remember always being envious of you. You are a beautiful woman inside and out and the pain you are feeling now is far beyond anything I can comprehend. Love, hugs and prayers to all of you!
Helayne Bruntjen
Maria Mastracchio
August 25, 2013
Dear Sandy, Nicholas,and Sabrina. God Bless You and hold you gently in the palm of His Hand. My sympathy and love go out to you and the grandchildren. I am so sorry for your loss. Ryan was always special, kind, and smiling. Ryan and all of you are constantly in my heart, thoughts and prayers. With all my love. Love, Aunt Maria Sayre, PA
Tim Tillman
August 25, 2013
From the golf course, to the football field, to the softball field to fishing on the boat, dang we did a lot of things in the short time together. I admired the way you carried yourself and the deeds you wanted no credit for. The way you taught your children and how you made time for everyone. You carried me off the field when I tore my achilles and I am honored to carry you to your final resting place. Dance with the angels my friend, my heart is broken.
Teri Wangstad-wetternah
August 25, 2013
So sorry for your loss. I have not seen Ryan since high school but he was a great guy. Sounds like he was still a great guy. He will be a great angle watching over all of you.
Teri
Scott Albers(football teammate WHS)
August 25, 2013
Know that you will be in our prayers often as you try to find the strength for each day.
Marty Stovall
August 25, 2013
Hadn't really spoke to Macho since we graduated but, that doesn't alleviate the pain I feel for this loss of life, and from I am reading a great life. I truly feel for his family and what they are going through right now.
Traci Casey
August 25, 2013
I have many fond memories of you, Ryan. You have been such a great friend to my Ryan. He looked up to you so much, and you were the only person who he could talk for hours on the phone to. You were always right there when someone needed help with something. You came right over when my Ryan needed help cutting a tree down just last month. You meant so much to our whole family and always will. I'll also never forget the great dad you were and always will be to Michael and Bella and then your new sweet baby. You will be in our hearts forever.
Gina DeVito
August 25, 2013
I'm so sorry this happend to such a wonderful person. Ryan is my niece Aidranas uncle and everytime I seen him he was happy and spending time with his kids. I know he will be missed so much. God bless.
Cindy Leinen
August 25, 2013
Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Diane Christofferson
August 25, 2013
So very sorry Ryan has gone to heaven at so young. My prayers are with everyone.
Diane Christofferson
August 25, 2013
So sorry to hear about Ryan going to heaven so very early in life. My prayers are with everyone.
Brandyn Springsted
August 25, 2013
My prayers and sympathy to the Mastracchio Family and friends.
Ryan, you will be forever missed. I will cherish the times we got to hang out and have fun together.
He was always a great role model for me and others. I appreciated that tremendously.
Leslee
August 25, 2013
There are no words to say how much I will miss you and how much your children will miss you. You will ALWAYS be with us and will remain in our hearts forever. We see you in everything, keep those signs coming. The kids love being able to 'see' you and talk to you and they know you are with them. Peace to one of the best friends and fathers I ever known.
Mark Green
August 25, 2013
My heart goes out to Ryan's family and friends. I worked with Ryan for 5yrs and never a dull moment, good guy and great dad. Rest easy my friend and see you later.
Kellee Vinge
August 25, 2013
I will keep all the memories I have of you so close to my heart, Ryan. Thank you for being like a brother to me for all those years. You were an incredible father to Michael and Bella and it is the greatest tragedy that baby Dominic lost you so soon.
My heart goes out to Bobbi, the kids, his family, my sister and his countless amazing friends.
I love you and hope you're throwing aces on that big disc golf course in the sky.
Jeffrey Williams
August 25, 2013
You are one of my best friends and always will be! Even though you're not with us in the flesh anymore, you will always be with us in our hearts. I know that you are in a very special place because you were a great man! You were like a brother to me and I will miss you always!
Beaners
August 25, 2013
Biggest Brother, you were always my protector. From day one even when Nicholas would pick on me when we were kids you were there in an instant to put him in his place. That feeling of knowing you were always there to protect me never went away. You were the most amazing parent I have ever seen, I looked up to you in so many ways. Aidriana is convinced her Uncle Ryan has some kind of super powers because of how many times you can throw her up in the air. Since I was little I've always been so proud to say who my big brothers were, I wouldn't be who I am today without you. I'm going to miss your gentle giant laugh & your ability to fix anything from one of the kids bikes to anything that needed fixing at Moms house. I know you will keep protecting me from heaven. I love you & miss you more than I can express.
Staci Yeager
August 25, 2013
Words can never express how much you will be missed! We love you!
Joe & Jackie Flaherty
August 25, 2013
You were the perfect man for Bobbi and a wonderful & devoted father. Words cannot say how much you'll be missed.
Cheryl Noyes
August 25, 2013
To my wonderful family I pray for you each day, I pray that your pain will lighten when you think of Ryan and how wonderful he was he was a Fabulous Son, Brother, Father and Nephew and friend. May your heart smile when remembering him. Love you
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