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Ryan Edwin Stauffer, 28, of Emmaus, died December 18, 2010. Born in Allentown, he was a son of David E. and Sharon K. (Laudenslager) Stauffer of Emmaus. He was a 2001 graduate of Emmaus High School and a member of St. Pauls United Church of Christ, Trexlertown. He was employed at Valley View Landscaping in Breinigsville. He loved the beach and to bowl, ski, and hunt. Survivors: Parents; sister, Megan Stauffer at home and maternal grandmother, Regina Laudenslager of Trexlertown. Services: 11 a.m. Thursday, St. Pauls UCC, Trexlertown. Viewings will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus and from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday in the church. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. Contributions: to the church.
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Olivia Nolt
December 16, 2024
I can't believe it's been so long. When I see the year you left us, I take a doubletake and shake my head. My gosh you were just 15 yrs old when we met you. You won us over within minutes, we couldn't believe how well socialized you already were with adults. I don't think we ever met a boy your age that had that ability or gift, at such a young age! It still makes me smile at least momentarily, then the sadness comes. What an impact you had on all of us. Miss you still,
Olivia Nolt
Jan Meck
December 15, 2024
Ryan we think about you often. Little things in life remind us of you all the time. Long gone but not forgotten!
Jan and Keith
Dave Schmidt
December 14, 2024
Still miss you Stauffer
Dave Schmidt
December 14, 2023
I miss ya buddy
Olivia Nolt
December 14, 2023
Always in our hearts, it was just yesterday you were here. You still make me smile, even when there's not much to smile about.
Always with a big hug,
Olivia Nolt
Olivia Nolt
December 14, 2022
Ryan still manages to pop in my thoughts at such random times, it always makes me smile. I would have thought it would only happen when we pass the cemetery, but it happens far more frequently than that. What a brilliant star he was in all our lives, still breaks my heart for his family and all of us, who just adored him. It is still so unreal that such a big hearted young man, was in our lives for such a short time. My thoughts are with his family.
Olivia Nolt
Olivia Nolt
December 14, 2021
To our Dearest Ryan,
Always in out hearts, always missed, and always remembered. Miss you so much angel boy.
Olivia Nolt
Matt Kuhns
January 16, 2021
Miss you bud
Amanda
August 20, 2020
Ryan crossed my mind today, I still miss him. I still remember growing up with him. I still remember having a crush on him. I still remember working with him. I still remember laughing at him daily! I still remember things I learned from him. I still miss him, I still remember Ryan. I am still grateful that I had the privilege of being his friend.
Amanda
August 20, 2020
Ryan crossed my mind today, I still miss him. I still remember growing up with him. I still remember having a crush on him. I still remember working with him. I still remember laughing at him daily! I still remember things I learned from him. I still miss him, I still remember Ryan. I am still grateful that I had the privilege of being his friend.
December 22, 2019
Dear Sharon, David and Megan,
It was just 2 weeks ago, I could not understand why Ryan kept popping up in my mind, then this notice came in an email. I cannot believe its already 9 years since we saw Ryan at our front door. It was a funny feeling I had sensed something, which made me pick up the phone and call him. We had not seen him or spoken with Ryan in several years since the 3 kids rented the townhouse in Alburtis. For some reason something was bugging me, with no let up until I called him. It was a few months before he passed. The first thing I said is that we missed him, I did not like that we didn't get to see him routinely as we used to. He was so funny, an incredible conversationalist, he said "I know what you mean, I miss you too!". I asked when are you coming over?" Ryan replied "when do you want me to come over?" I said "right now would be good!" His response-"OK give me a couple of minutes, I'll be over." One hour passes, 2 hours pass then finally the doorbell rings...I opened the door I said what the hell took you so long? And in that typical Ryan fashion with a straight face his eyes get really big and he says..."well...I had to look pretty if I was coming over here!" Then we both laughed! He went on that he had to take a shower etc etc, Hey he goes, at least I made it. Such a big conversation we had with him that evening. We spoke about everything. How incredibly happy that he had you as parents, an in his life no matter what happened. He was absolutely as genuine as genuine could be. He just put so eloquently, he had me next to tears. I thought what an incredibly sensitive sweet boy. I don't think in all these years, I had ever met such a sweet boy, so full of life but more so, just so full of heart. I hope you never doubt what an incredibly good job you did with Ryan, to have a child so compassionate. He was one in a million. We miss him so very much.
Olivia Nolt
Jan Meck
December 18, 2019
We can't believe it has been 9 years since Ryan left this world.
None of us in the Meck family have ever forgotten Ryan.
We are fortunate that we have the best kind of reminder, our little grandson who is four, was named after Ryan. We all often say to each other how we see the same twinkle in his eye that Ryan had. He is a happy go lucky little boy. And the fact that our grandson was born on April fools day to remind us of Ryan's comical personality.
Ryan we know you are in heaven watching over all your loved ones and friends.
We miss you but we will see you again!!
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family today.
Olivia Nolt
December 24, 2013
We think of you and miss you always. There is not a Christmas that passes that my thoughts don't turn to you and your family. You had such a childlike anticipation for holidays, they brought that incredible smile to your face. We miss you so very much.
Olivia Nolt
Sharon Stauffer
February 16, 2012
Happy Birthday Ryan. 30 years ago today, my life was changed forever and when you passed on to the next life, my life once again changed forever. You are always on my mind. I will never let your life be forgotten. We will celebrate tonight by having ice cream cake and remember a very special young man whom we love dearly and miss immensely. It's snowing as I write this, a gentle reminder of you.
Love you,
Mom
Melissa Hay
December 5, 2011
I miss you everyday!
Jaime Gray
September 1, 2011
I came accross your phone number in my phone today and called you. Then I remembered that you were gone. I miss you. I miss your voice and I miss your laughter. I miss the way you always cheered me up when I was having a bad day. I miss laying with you and watching family guy together. I miss your bowling stories and I miss the way you said my name. I miss your smile. I miss everything about you. I hope you are at peace. I think of you often and all of the good we had....all the bad ones too. But we always made it through them. One day I will see you again...until then rest easy friend.
Chris Derhammer
February 27, 2011
Dear Sharon, Dave, and Megan,
Ron and I were deeply saddened to hear of Ryan’s passing. We can’t imagine how difficult this time has been and want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. It was a privilege getting to know to know Ryan. He was always a good friend to Lindsey and we greatly appreciated that. He is an amazing you man and will be missed by all that were lucky enough to have met him.
Love,
Chris and Ron Derhammer
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February 16, 2011
Today is your 29th birthday. Happy Birthday. You have left an incredible void in the lives of your family and friends. I hope you can see and feel from where you are now how much you are loved and missed. It's a beautiful winter day with mild temps and sun. Someday when I see you again, I will know why and understand but it's really hard right now. You made us laugh and I always told you, you were a gentle soul. I love you, have since the day you were born. I just want you to know, I tried my best as your Mom to help you. That's what Mom's are for. You are loved unconditionally by me, your Dad, Megan and by so many others. I will light my candle tonight and say a prayer for you. Til I see you again, stay close.
Love, Mom
Lindsey Derhammer
February 16, 2011
I will always smile when I think of you. Thank you for the great memories. My love and prayers to your family. I thank God I was given the opportunity to know you.
January 14, 2011
We miss you Ryan. May you find peace and comfort in the Lords arms. You had so much pain, I just wish you would have shared your pain, I would have done anything to get you the help you needed. Rest in Peace my friend...
January 5, 2011
We were so deeply saddened to hear of your lose. Our thoughts & prayers are sent to all of you. God Bless, Bill& Ginny Davis
Kim Sharkey
January 4, 2011
Dear Aunt Regina, Sharon, Dave & Megan, words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. We thought about you often over the holidays and we say prayers at night asking that God take care of your beautiful grandson, son and brother, Ryan. He was a special person and I am sure he is making a lot of friends up in heaven. We just want you know that even though we don't get to see each other as often as we should, we are always thinking of you and will continue to pray for the strength you all need to move on. Rest in peace, Ryan. We love you. Kim, Michael, Taylor & Zach Sharkey and Mae Clay
Jaime Gray
December 26, 2010
I am very saddened to hear the news that Ryan is gone. He was a great person, that always new how to make someone smile when they were sad, laugh when they were angry and most of had the biggest heart. I always have kept him close to my heart and am very sad to know that he is no longer with us. I hope that he finds the peace he has been searching for....Sharon, Dave and Meagan, I am so sorry for your loss. Sharon, please know that you raised an amazing son and he will be greatly missed by so many.
Denny Azar
December 25, 2010
Ryan did so much for my daughter at an extremely difficult time. I will always have a most compassionate place in my heart for him. His passing will have a special significance hopefully you will come to know. May God bless every member of his family. Denny & Elizabeth Azar, Allentown, PA
Carmella and Gary Faust
December 24, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We were so saddened to hear of your loss. May God bring you comfort as you go through this very difficult time.
Elizabeth Riccaboni
December 24, 2010
Dear Sharon, although I never met Ryan, I know how much you love him. God bless you and your family, I will be praying for you.
Elizabeth Riccaboni
December 24, 2010
Dear Sharon, although I did not know Ryan , I do know how much you love him. God bless you and your family, I will be praying for you.
Danielle DiCarne
December 23, 2010
I'm so sorry. I can still hear his laughing. :-) Always made people smile. May God be with all of you!
Zack Lederer
December 23, 2010
To the Stauffer's
You are in my heart and prayers. I can recall so many Saturday's of bowling fast food and more bowling. It was one of my favorite things to do every week because of the energy put out by Ryan.
Kenneth & Charlotte Sell
December 23, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Cheryl Green
December 23, 2010
My thoughts and prayers to the Stauffer family. Ryan was a joy to know and will be truly missed.
December 23, 2010
Dear Dave,Sharon and Megan, I want to express my heartfelt sympathy to you in the passing of Ryan. Words cannot express how we feel but GOd says it best."LO, I AM WITH YOU ALWAYS". May these words bring you PEACE now and always, IN deepest sympathy, Marlene Shoemaker(Daytimer retiree)
Denise Bandura
December 23, 2010
Sharon, Dave & Megan: I was so sad to hear about Ryan. My son Brian stayed with you years back and to that I will always be grateful. You are in my heart and my prayers.
Sharon Stauffer
December 23, 2010
To my son, my little boy who used to take my arms and wrap them around your body or how I had to wrap your blankets around you so that nothing was sticking out but your face, I ask now that God do the same thing for you. I am giving you back to him, and I know I will see you again. Ryan, my heart is breaking, but I know you too had a broken heart. Be at peace Ryan, be at peace. We will miss you so much, but we will celebrate your life and you will never be forgotten. You have touched so many lives and for that I am so grateful.
I would ask anyone that knew Ryan, to share a memory with us, or if you have photos of him to please share them with us, this is what we will have to hold onto.
It is truly heartwarming to see how many lives my son touched. Thank you.
Ryan, you have been given the greatest Christmas gift of all, the gift of peace and love, God's pure love and perfect grace.
You are in great company in the heavens and with people that love you, just don't make too much trouble up there. Watch over us and guide us from above.
I love you, Mom
Or as you like to do to me "Mom, mom, MOM, MOMMY, MOMMY, MOMMEE" "Hi"
Andy Edelman
December 22, 2010
Ryan, You are now reunited with two people that you loved so very much. We all miss you RIP my friend.
Carrie Young (Althouse)
December 22, 2010
Ryan,
I can still remember hearing your jokes and the laughter in your voice from your sense of humor through the grade school hallways. Your life is now resting at peace with God. You will be missed by many lives you've touched. May God also, be with the rest of your family at this difficult time.
Tricia Hetrick
December 22, 2010
Mom,Pops,and Megan
As you know Ryan was a very good friend of mine, considered him like a brother. He was a very special guy that would always find a way to make you laugh. The memories we had together will never go unforgotten and he will always have a place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers our with you at this time.
Love, Tricia
December 22, 2010
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Jess(Rohrbach)Squillante
December 22, 2010
Sharon and David,
We are so sorry for the loss of Ryan you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless
Jack and Kay Hopko
Jenna MacIlwraith
December 22, 2010
My deepest sympathy to all of you Megan, Sharon, David and extended family. Ryan will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
December 22, 2010
Sharon, Dave and Megan,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Musselmans
heather buckingham
December 22, 2010
sorry to see you go. you are in gods hands now! with all my love and prayers to you and your family. memories will stay with me! in my heart is where you will remain.
charlotte schmoyer
December 22, 2010
to megan sorry for your loss .my heart is in pain for you and exspecially around the time of holidays but my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your mother and to the rest of your family god will take care of him and he will always be in your thoughts forever love you always charlotte and family
Amber Burns
December 22, 2010
Deepest symphathy to the family, Ryan was always sweet and kind to me.
Jenna Romig
December 21, 2010
Mom and Papa Bear, I am so deeply sorry for your loss; I am at a loss for words. I always thought of Ryan as my brother, his smile warmed my heart and his hugs made my world better. He was always my "protector" and I always knew he'd do anything for me and always be there, and now I know he is protecting me from heaven--as he is also watching over you all. I want you to know I am here if you need anything, I love you both!
Mom--always remember what I wrote to you, you are an amazing woman inside and out and a wonderful mother. Ryan was one of the best people I've ever met and such a caring, lovable man.
Megan--I love you and I am here for you always. We have so many great memories with Ryan that we will always cherish, thank you for sharing your brother with me. You are my sister and I am here for you with whatever you need.
This is a quote Ms. Morningstar gave me:
"“Now cracks a noble heart. Good-night sweet prince, And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.” --Shakespeare
jess and carla whalen
December 21, 2010
Dear Stauffer Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, so very sorry for your loss.
Jan@ Keith Meck
December 21, 2010
Dear Stauffer Family,
Thru this very sad time, you need to know what a great kid he really was. He was Dougs best friend. They spent a lot of time together.They went thru a lot of things together good and bad but they remained friends My husband and I alway enjoyed having Ryan around. He always showed respect to myself and my husband.He always had a smile. Ryan will be missed by all of us. This kind of thing should never happen.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jackie (Babb) Gibson
December 21, 2010
Sharon, David and Megan,
My deepest sympathies to you all. Megan, I want to extend myself to you in the days and weeks ahead. If you want or need to talk I want you to know I am there for you. Having lost a sister and then a nephew, I can relate to all you must be feeling. you can reach me on fb or through the church.
Bev
December 21, 2010
Ryan, Rest In Peace. I will miss your visits to the office, your teasing and your stories. Most of all, I will miss your smiles and your laughter. It won't be the same there without you.
Kacey (Burgess) Valera
December 21, 2010
To the Stauffer family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time. He will be missed by many.
The best of friends, always...
December 21, 2010
This one makes us laugh so hard, we cry. Thank you, Ryan
December 21, 2010
Pat Hoosier
December 21, 2010
Davy, My heart goes out to you, Sharon, and Megan. I pray that you find some comfort in remembering the good times. Love, Pat H.
Tonya Fetterhoff(Derr)
December 21, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 21, 2010
Mailman & his family.......
BRENDA OSWALD
December 21, 2010
RYAN WE LOVE YOU REMEMBERING YOUR SMILE WILL ALWAYS MAKE ME HAPPY THANK YOU..TO THE STAUFFER FAMILY MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU..RYAN THANKS FOR BEING A GREAT GODFATHER--JAYDIN HETRICK...BRENDA
Brenda Oswald
December 21, 2010
Ryan your the smile in my heart i'll love you always.always missed never forgotten!!
December 21, 2010
Megan, our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family at this time. May the love of your family and friends support you in the days ahead.
The Slatington Curves Staff
George Family
December 21, 2010
Our prayers are with you......Ryan will be missed
Ryan you will be greatly missed
melissa weida (mohr-miller) weida
December 21, 2010
Micah Ackerman
December 21, 2010
I love you, Ryan, for every smile and every laugh you've brought to me. You've touched my soul, and I will never forget you. My heart goes out to all your loved ones.
Adrianne Gren
December 21, 2010
Our family offers your our deepest sympathies for your loss. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Kevin Kleinsmith
December 21, 2010
David Sharon & Megan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I knew back in his junior bowling days he was something special.
Michelle & Matt Sebesta
December 21, 2010
Megan although no words can help the hurt your heart is feeling find comfort and support in your family and friends. Know that we love you and we are praying for you and your family. Our deepest sympathies.
Denise and Sparky Ehrie
December 21, 2010
Sharon,David and Megan- Our hearts are breaking for you at this difficult time. As you already know you did everything you could for Ryan - the disease just got the best of him even though he didn't want to leave you. But at least you know your dad and mine will be watching over him telling him, as always what to do and how to do it...and mom will be saying don't be too hard on him, he will be in good company until you meet again. You will be in our thoughts for the upcoming days ...the good memories will get you through and help you heal.
Love, Dee and Sparky
Brett Schepis
December 21, 2010
I spent a couple of years with Ryan, during which we both shared personal triumph and setback. He was passionate about everything he did. He was someone I could confide in, yet made me smile and laugh everytime we hung out together. I'll always remember him for that. Miss you man
Melissa Hay
December 20, 2010
I send my love to your family at this most difficult time. I will see you again Ryan. I love you!
December 20, 2010
My heart is filled with sadness at your loss. I cannot begin to understand the pain you feel. Ryan's passing will leave a void in the hearts of all who have been fortunate enough to know him. I pray your friends and family will be a source of strength and comfort during this very difficult time.
Donna Snyder-Unangst
December 20, 2010
My heart is filled with sadness at your loss and I cannot begin to understand the pain you feel. Ryan's passing will leave a void in the hearts of all who have been fortunate enough to know him. I pray your friends and family will be a source of strength and comfort during this very difficult time.
Donna Snyder-Unangst
Ashleigh Snyder
December 20, 2010
I Send my love, I will miss you ryan till i see you again, your memory will live on in so many peoples hearts. we love you. rest in peace my friend!
Linda Klipple
December 20, 2010
It's been along time but you never forget the friends you make and we have shared some very intimate moments. I feel your sorrow, for your family and mine will forever be entwined. Ryan was such a beautiful person with the largest of personalities. I am so sorry.
Love you! Linda Klipple
Tasia Schmidt
December 20, 2010
Ryan will be remembered and missed by all who knew him. "Don't cry because he's gone, smile because you knew him."
Kevin Marquez
December 20, 2010
You will always be in my thoughts my friend. I will miss you always and have nothing but great memories. I know you are happy and resting peacefully. I have no doubt I will see you again one day.
T Schmidt
December 20, 2010
Ryan will be remembered and missed always.
Rory Ackley Gregoris
December 20, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this most difficult time. Ryan had a heart of gold that will live on in heaven. He will be missed by many.
Denise, Jeff Rothermel
December 20, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Luke Plarr
December 20, 2010
Ryan, I will miss you and will always keep the memories that we had and the good times. You always made everybody smile. I can still remember the first day we meet way back in kindergarden and Veracruz school. God bless you and my thoughts and prayer are with your family in their time of need.
December 20, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ben and Jane Delong
ruth and sheri adams
December 20, 2010
Sharron, David and Meagan.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time, Know you have friends and family thinking of you.
(Co-workers of Davey)
Molly Kidd
December 20, 2010
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Peace, prayers and blessings!
Chelsea
December 20, 2010
Ryan,
You were one of my best friends growing up and although our lives took different paths, I always knew you had a heart of gold and cherished our friendship. I'll never forget your daily visits during the Summers where you made me and my whole family laugh uncontrollably. I'm happy your are at peace but know you are missed more than words can express.
To the Stauffer/Lederer Family,
My deepest condolences and know that you raised an incredible son, brother, nephew and cousin. Love to all of you.
Molly Kidd
December 20, 2010
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Peace, prayers and blessings!
jorge,barb,anthony gomez
December 20, 2010
Stauffer family,Our prayers are with you RIP.Ryan we will miss you buddy.
Donna Fedok
December 20, 2010
Sharon, David and Megan, My heart aches for all of you. Please know that I am praying for all of you. God bless you and keep you during this tragic time.
stacey esterly (sook)
December 20, 2010
Ryan,
I cant believe you are gone . i remember seeing you at the wawa and talking. i remember all those fun times we had in school together. may you rest in peace. we will all miss you
hugs, hugs, hugs
Kate
December 20, 2010
To the Stauffer family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our neighborhood lost a great neighbor this weekend. Always polite and willing to help out, always with a smile on his face. He will be missed.
Erin Knecht (McGee)
December 20, 2010
Dear Stauffer Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
R.I.P. Ryan
Armando Grillo
December 20, 2010
The Stauffer Family,
My deepest condolences to your entire family during such a loss. Ryan was was such a loving person to me and many others. God bless all of you. Ryan "pappy" you will be missed. Till I see you again Love you bro!!!
December 20, 2010
The Stauffer Family,
We are so sad to hear about Ryan. He was a funny and great guy. He will be greatly missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Ohlson Family
Deb LaFaver
December 20, 2010
Davey Sharon and Megan,
Words can't express the sorrow we feel for you. Reading through his guest book it is easy to see that Ryan was a great guy. Your son, your buddy and pal will be with you in your hearts forever. We are thinking of you.
Love and hugs,
Deb, Randy, Tim and Pumpkin LaFaver
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