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Ryan Marshall Pineda
1997 - 2016
Ryan Marshall Pineda
1997 - 2016
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BORN
1997
DIED
2016
Ryan Pineda Obituary
Tulare, California to Adrian and Amy Pineda of
Hanford, California, where he was a lifelong resident.
Ryan passed away while in the Sequoia National
Park, on July 29, 2016 at the age of 19.
Ryan had many friends, but he had a special
and loving relationship with his Maternal
Grandmother Judy Sundberg of Hanford.
They spoke daily and spent many hours together
having meals, attending movies or just enjoying
each others' company. Though tall and imposing,
Ryan had a loving, kind, nurturing personality and
a quick smile. All of the neighbors and their pets
on his street knew him as a friend.
Ryan was an avid lover of sports and during his
young life had enjoyed bowling, baseball and
attended many competitive events with the Kings
County Special Olympics. He also participated in
Water Polo, Top-soccer and Hanford Recreational
Basketball. He proudly supported the Sierra High
School football team as an equipment assistant.
He graduated with the class of 2015.
Ryan was a dedicated San Francisco Giants and
Forty-Niners fan. One of his greatest joys was attending
Angels baseball games in Anaheim with his
Grandparents Dennis and Susanne Sundberg of
Huntington Beach, Fresno Monster Hockey and
Grizzlies baseball games with his parents and brother
Joshua. Ryan was blessed to have traveled extensively
in California and to other states with his family. He enjoyed
amusements parks, but animals were one of Ryan's
greatest passions. Besides multiple trips to the Fresno
Chaffee Zoo, he had visited many other zoos in several other states.
Ryan attended Hanford Adult School and learned
vocational welding. He was scheduled to return
in the fall to learn more skills and earn certifications.
There will be a Visitation Tuesday, August 9, 2016
from 5:00-7:00 pm at People's Funeral Chapel,
501 N Douty St, Hanford, California. A Funeral
Service will be held Wednesday, August 10, 2016,
10:00 am at People's Funeral Chapel. | MAP
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be
made to Special Olympics- Kings County. Donations
can be sent to 1077 Greenfield Avenue Hanford, California 93230.
Family and Friends are invited to view Ryan's legacy
at www.peoplesfuneralchapel.com and send condolences to the family.
Services are under the direction of People's Funeral Chapel
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Michele Gonzalez
September 20, 2016
Amy and Adrian,
Your family is in our prayers. I am sorry I never had the privilege to meet Ryan in person but have always felt I knew him through your stories. Thank you for sharing him with us all. I pray for peace and comfort for you all. Again, I am sorry to hear of this loss so late.
Michele Gonzalez and Rodger Meier
Doug Hodson
August 9, 2016
As a former teacher of a school he attended, I can say he always made my day bright. He was such a loving young man with a big heart. I will never forget his smile! May he rest in peace.
Dennis & Maria Lemke
August 9, 2016
Peace brother! My heart aches for you and your family.
Jeff and Lisa Munoz
August 9, 2016
We are so very sorry for the loss of your precious son. We pray for peace and comfort during this time. You will continue to be in our prayers!
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Tony & Lupe Trevino
August 9, 2016
Our sincere condolences to Adrian and Amy. May God comfort you in your loss. Ryan was a sweet and very friendly young man. May he rest in peace.
Joe McGahan
August 9, 2016
Amy, may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I am thinking of you a praying for you.
Cindy & Danae Revious
August 8, 2016
We are so sorry for the loss of Ryan. He had a smile that would make you smile. Danae loved playing basketball with Ryan and he was really good at it. Ryan will always be remembered as a sweet, loving person. Our prayers continue for your family.
Susie Chavez
August 8, 2016
My sincerest condolences to Ryan's family. Ryan was a great kid at our summer camp and later a very team oriented basketball player regardless who his teammates were. My favourite memory of him will always be the summer he did his Michael Jackson routine at our annual talent show. He was so happy that all of the campers thought he did an awesome job. He will be sorely missed.
Steve and Lisha Trevino
August 8, 2016
We mourn the loss of our nephew, Ryan but we cherish the moments and time he spent with us. What a beautiful person we were able to spend time with on this earth. We had the pleasure of watching him grow and grow and grow. Our little "MacGyver" turned into a man before our eyes. Giving him a hug was special as he gave the best big lovable hugs you could ever ask for. Our hearts are heavy for Adrian, Amy and Josh and we share in your grief. Please understand you gave Ryan a wonderful life and the love he deserved as great parents. We love you.
Ethan Thomas
August 8, 2016
Ryan's sweet Spirit will be missed. My favorite memory with him is when we searched for a Praying Mantis in front of the school grounds before class. He loved nature. I loved watching him, so amazed by something everyone else takes for granted. Pray for his family. I love you Ryan.
Ray Caudillo
August 7, 2016
My sincere condolences to Ryan's family and loved ones!! I will always remember Ryan as very courteous, kind, respectful, helpful to all at Sierra Pacific High. Ryan you will be missed by all who shared moments with you!!
Ray "Mr. C" Caudillo
Nora Hofmans
August 5, 2016
I am so blessed that I got to know Ryan for all these years. Everyone should live life big and full like he did. Ryan will be greatly missed.
Love you guys, hugs.
Mark Brown
August 5, 2016
Your family in Washington State are here for you and send our heavy hearts with love and sorrow. So sorry for your loss. If there is anything we can do for you and your family please let us know. You are all in our hearts and prayers. Stay strong Brother. We love you.
Tim Wise
August 5, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the Pineda family during this time of great loss. May you be comforted with a peace that passes all understanding.
Shirley Jones
August 5, 2016
Heaven received a very Special Angel. In his short life here he truly lived and touched so many lives. Prayers for each family member that God eases your sadness knowing that he did more than his part while he was here. Remember that smile that touched your heart and lit up his face. Adrian, Amy and Josh may you all hold on to the powerful memories you all created together. R.I.P. Ryan and know you will be missed by everyone.
August 4, 2016
Adrian, Amy, Josh and Judy there are no words to say that can take away the pain you are going through right now. I will always remember Ryan for his zest for life..He truly loved everyone and everything that he did and you couldn't help but have a GREAT time when you were with Ryan. His infectious laugh and beautiful smile will always have a place in my heart....Peace and Love to your family. Janet Chennault
Janet Russell
August 4, 2016
Our hearts and prayers are with each of you. Love always
Bud & Janet Russell
Christian & The Carrillo Family
August 4, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family, and although no words can take away the sorrow that you bare. May it be comforting to you to know that others care.....
Dan Mabalot
August 4, 2016
God be with you and your family during this time. Such an awesome list of achievements and community involvement for Ryan. What a legacy.
Seth Silverman
August 4, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go to the family for the loss of their son Ryan. I pray that God will bring peace and comfort upon them through this difficult time. Ryan had a kind and loving spirit and will be dearly missed by his friends and family.
Matthew 5:4 "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted."
Dalanda McGee
August 3, 2016
Adrian and Amy, I am so sad to hear of your loss. Ryan was a joy to the neighborhood. He gave me such joy just watching his enjoyment of life.
My thought and prayers are with you.
Ben Custodio
August 3, 2016
Adrian Amy and Josh,
Our Prayers are with you during this tough time. being a parent with kids similar in age I can only imagine the pain your going through. From my Family and on behalf of Adrian's Army Cohort Brothers please accept our deepest condolences.
Lets always remember how Ryan Lived Not how he passed.
Lonnie Mann
August 3, 2016
Our love and prayers are with you. There's no words that can be said, but know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Erik, Eva, Jeffrey, Joshua, Kennedy and Kirsten Brotemarkle
August 3, 2016
The world lost a bright and shining star. Team All Heart and the Kings County Special Olympics lost a dear family member. We will always remember you as a gentle giant and our 49er fan buddy. The world is a much greater place because you were in it. We love and miss you very much "Big Ryan".
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The last time I saw Ryan!! Fight On
Linda Wright
August 3, 2016
Dear Amy, Adrian, and Josh,
So incredibly grateful to have known Ryan. What a kind soul!! and a good friend to his classmates. Wishing you all sincere condolences.
Linda Wright
Jo Shoop
August 3, 2016
I was so sorry to hear Ryan had passed. I was Ryan,s English teacher for 3 years. I enjoyed him so much. He was always ready to work hard and ready to help his fellow students. I don't think he ever knew a stranger. He was friendly to everyone he met. I feel privledged to have been his teacher. Ryan was a testament to how much he was loved and cared for. My love and prayers go out to his family. I will deeply miss him.
Chuck Keller
August 3, 2016
Dear Adrian, Amy and Josh. We as so very heart broken for your loss. May the peace which transcends all understanding from The Lord God our Father rain down upon your hearts. Your son is wrapped tightly in the arms of Jesus as I write this note. Love and prayers, Chuck and Jeneen Keller.
Marianne Lupercio-Semas
August 3, 2016
My Ryan Bear! You were such a joy to me in high school. Our talks of sports during breaks always made for some good times! Your joy and excitement always brought a smile to my face and laughter to my soul. We may of been on opposite teams during football, but come baseball season we were Giants all the way! I love you Ryan and I will miss you dearly.
Val, Gen and family Rangel
August 3, 2016
Adrian and Amy, our hearts are heavy to hear of this tragedy. Continued prayers for your family.
Janine Ranes
August 3, 2016
Dear Amy, Adrian and Josh,
My heart is broken.
We are going to miss Ryan's positive, kind, and gentle spirit. Thinking of all of you during this very difficult time.
Ryan will be missed.
Janine, Bob, Renee and Ryan Ranes
Kevin Hixon
August 3, 2016
Adrian - I am sorry to hear about the tragic loss. Your family will be in our prayers. God Bless my friend.
Delene Stoughton
August 3, 2016
Adrian, you are in my thoughts and prayers
Dennise Peterson
August 3, 2016
Ryan was a ray of sunshine. We will never forget his loving ways. He is in our thoughts and prayers. Much love for him and his family here. Lee and Dennise Peterson
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