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He was born June 18, 1989 in Middletown.
A family statement read: “Ryan was a kind, soft-spoken young man who brought happiness to everyone he met, with his sweet nature and great sense of humor.
"A gifted artist and craftsman, Ryan had a strong creative spirit and was especially talented at drawing. He enjoyed hiking, kayaking, and camping.
"Ryan loved building hot rods with his father and grandfather. He was a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Yankees, and he had a passion for music of all kinds. Ryan touched many lives, and he will be dearly missed by his family and friends.”
Surviving are:
- His parents, Joseph and Sharon Mead, Town of Greenville
- Sister: Megan Mead and her fiancé, Elliot Brooks, Town of Greenville
- Grandparents: Joseph and Joan Mead, Town of Greenville
- Grandmother: Caroline Smith, Westtown
- Aunt: Karen Smith and her fiancé, Robert Nicholson, Town of Greenville
- Uncle: Brian Smith and his wife, Stacey, Westtown
- Cousins: Derek Blose, Matthew Blose, Justin Smith and Kevin Smith
- Best Friend: Keelin Burns
Ryan was predeceased by his grandfather, Roy L. Smith, Jr.
Funeral services were held on Monday, Dec. 31 at Gray-Parker Funeral Home, Inc. in Port Jervis, with Rev. Michael Cedro officiating.
Burial was at Unionville Cemetery in Westtown.
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