Ryan P. Taggart

I was sad to read about Ryan's passing in our alumni magazine today. We went to Bluefield together and he was a friend to everyone who met him. We were in A Christmas Carol together at Bluefield, and there was a particular line that he said as the Ghost of Christmas Present that made the cast laugh ridiculously hard every single time and at every rehearsal. It was "Come and know me better, man." It was all in the delivery. He said it in a particular way that became kind of an inside joke to everyone who participated in that play-and I can still see Ryan laughing when saying that in the rehearsals. I actually think of him saying that line every Christmas,especially when I'm reminded of A Christmas Carol. He was a genuine and kind guy who could make everyone laugh.

I'm just so sorry. The world isn't as bright a place without him in it.

Ryan always had a way of making people laugh and smile no matter what they might be going through. I graduated from Bluefield College just a year before Ryan and we had some fun times especially in the theatre department! I hate that I didn't realize he had passed. Heaven is much brighter with Ryan there, and I'll never forget your way of getting a group of people laughing and just your genuine heart to make people feel good! Rest easy and I'll never forget you!

I went to Bluefield College with Ryan and just found out through another BC friend that Ryan had passed away. Ryan and I shared our birthday, lunches at the Fountain at New Graham pharmacy, and lots of laughs. My prayers are with Ryan's family as they continue to grieve this tremendous loss!

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

So sorry to hear of your loss. He lived 2 doors from us and went to school here. My prayers go out to the family.
Bonnie Housel

My deepest sympathies. Ryan was a true friend. Sharing his compassion and laughter. He loved his family and Jackson too. Thank you God for this very special gentle man. Till we meet again Ryan. Love you. Ms. G

To Ryan Mom and family,
we are so sorry for your Loss,
please let us know if you need anything.
Rest in Peace

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

He sat right behind me in Chorus class. Everyday he made me laugh. We was a very good guy. He will be missed. My prayers are with you at this time.

They say the good die young and this guy was great. You will be missed by many. Rest in peace my friend.

Thanks for being such a good pal when we were kids. My thoughts and prayers are with the Taggart Family. God bless.

Dear Ryan,
Words cannot express the heartbreak I feel. It is immeasurable. I positively adored you throughout the years and cared for you deeply.

Dear Ryan's Family,
My deepest and sincerest condolences for the loss of an absolutely amazing man. I pray for you great strength and many fond memories of one of the gentlest, dearest men I had the honor of knowing.

God Bless and Keep You!

I have talked to Ryan many times in and around Hummelstown over the years. We shared a lot of laughs but what I remember most was Ryan, at 11 or 12, running around during track meets with his big smile wearing his windbreaker. He will be forever missed.

Hey Ryan. Thank you so much for what you did for our family when my daughter passed away. You are the man and that will never be forgotten. I can not believe this at all . God just received an amazing, caring, wonderful and loving person . I'll miss seeing and talking with you at Chicks my man. God bless you and your family!!! You will always be my main man!!!