Ryan passed away Friday, January 29, 2021 at his home in Otsego.
He was born November 17, 1983 in Plainwell, the son of Richard and Terri (Warner) Story. Ryan attended KVCC majoring in machining and had worked an internship at Pharmacia. He also worked security at the Kellogg Foundation and at Kalamazoo College.
Ryan enjoyed flying and being on the farm driving his grandfather’s tractor. He was a diehard Red Wings fan and loved playing hockey. He played for the Kalamazoo Eagles, K-Wings, in house hockey and the Grand Rapids Grizzlies.
Surviving are his parents; grandmother, Hazel Warner; aunts, Tam Warner and Linda (Dene) Hadden; uncle, Dave Stratton along with several cousins and extended family members.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert and Lois Story; grandfather, Trevor Warner; aunt, Kathleen Stratton and uncles, Rod Warner and Randy “Sid” Warner. According to his wishes cremation has taken place.
A private family burial of ashes and celebration of Ryan’s life will be held at a later time.
Contributions in memory of Ryan may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.
Sherry Schumaker (Knight)
Richard and Teri, I am so sorry to read this and am sending your family prayers for peace and comfort.
Rita Howard
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ray Peacock family
My sincere condolences Richard, Terri, and the entire Story family for the loss of Ryan.
Richard and Terri Story
Ray and entire Peacock family, We want to thank you for the condolences. Since your family is so spread out we wanted to thank you as you would not see it in the local paper. The words mean alot. Thanks again.
Crystal B
My sincere condolences to the family.
Sue Higgs
Richard and Teri so sorry to hear this news. Prayers to your family.
Jane E Kling
Rich and Terri,
Words can’t even begin to tell you how sorry we are to hear of Ryan’s passing. May the wonderful memories of everyday you shared bring you comfort and peace as the days go by.
Dave, Jane and Maggie Kling
Ruby Rogers
Oh my goodness!!! Im in shock and so sadden to see my bestie from elementary has passed away!
Richard and Terri, I’m praying for you both at this time, and know the Lord has Ryan in his arms now. The last time i seen Ryan was at dollar general i lost touch with lots of people after highschool but ill always remember hanging with Ryan in our youngin days when you all lived behind me. He always had a big heart. Sending hugs your way Ruby (conley) Rogers
Dennie Loedeman Houseman
Rich and Teri, I’m so sadden to hear that your son has passed away. May our Lord keep you in His loving arms as you deal with such a loss. Draw close to Him.
Diane Watson
Richard and Teri I’m so sorry for the loss of your son , I’m sending prayers and hugs to you my God help you through this
Bill and Robin Jirgens
Bill and I are so sorry to hear about Ryan. We will be praying for you and your family.
Dawn Harvey
Richard and Terri..wow I am so sorry to hear this. My heart is with u during this loss. Another angel sent.
Dene and Linda Hadden
He’ll always be our “Ry-guy.” Beautiful soul!! Remembering your kind heart and beautiful smile. Thank you for the time we had with you. Our memories we will cherish. RIP Ry-guy. Love you ❤️ Aunt Linda and Uncle Dene
Weston & Valley Hofacker
Sweet Terri and Richard,
So sorry to hear about your Ryan.
Weston and I will be praying. Is there anything I can do for you? We never understand why young lives are taken, but God can give you strength to keep going.
Please email us if we can help.
Jan Summers
Terri (and Rich), I am so very shocked and saddened to hear about your tremendous loss. Words are insufficient to express my sympathy. Just know that many are thinking of you and lifting you up in prayer. Jan Summers ✝️
Brenda Johnson
Rich and Teri,
I heard about your son through Marilyn Doubblestein! I’m so terribly sorry for your loss!!! You all have endured so many losses in your family. I am praying for you, that God will give you supernatural strength and you will be comforted much by friends and family! Teri, I have often thought about you and wondered how you were doing, lots of good memories! God bless you and keep you!
Julie Loiacano
Very sorry for your loss. Very fond memories of Ryan video taping our wedding which we still have the tape. He was a wonderful person taken way too soon. Praying for your family in this time of need.
Susan Nelson
Richard and Terri, our hearts are so broken at the news of your loss. Please accept our condolences and prayers . For you both and also Aunt Tootie and Tam. God Bless you all and give you the strength to get through this time. Sending lots of love. Susan and Scott Nelson
Karen Hyde
Sending condolences to the family. It was always a pleasure to see Ryan when I worked at Walgreens. Such a nice young man that had a great smile and an old soul. May he rest in heaven.
Maggie Kling
Dear Terri and Richard
I will always treasure spending time with Ryan when we would swim and play driveway hockey together. I will alwayd treasure those times together. Sorry for your loss
Dan and Lori Butkovich
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. God be with you at this difficult time
Kathy Kronke
Sis and Rich. Words alone cannot express my sincere condolences. If there is a yo thing I can do I am here for you. Ryan will be missed. Ryan you are now pain free.
Love sister
Brad and Jessica Hiestand
We are so sorry for your loss. We wish for strength for you during this hard time.
Judy Hogan
Terri and Rich, you have my deepest sympathy.
Ron and Karen Try
Rich and Terri,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry and saddened we are to hear of the passing of Ryan. Our hearts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family during this difficult time.
Scott & Brenda
Rich, Terri & loved ones,
While there is no way we can feel your pain, we do feel your loss. Peace and love to you and our family during this time. Ryan always had a kind word & a lovely smile. If there is anything we can do, we are here for you. Love & prayers.
Carol Hampton
Terri and Richard; I was very shocked when I heard the news today about Ryan. He was such a nice young man. So pleasant and considerate. Such a big loss. He had such a nice warm smile. My heart goes out to you both. We sure will miss him at the dental office. Your friend Carol Hampton
Ruby (conley) Rogers
I know i left condolences earlier but to greive I write, so this is is for ryan and his parents..
Angel in a friendship…
Yesterday felt like kindergarten when we became friends, I think now God had a plan and i thank him more now for the friendship we had, i feel bad we didnt stay in touch but my heart welted knowing now your gone but a peice of me went into heaven with you that day, memories flood my head of the fun we had playing teenage mutant ninja turtles to cops and robbers riding bikes and holding hand in hand, God gave me a angel in a friendship years ago the best even tho i was to young to understand. Kids would tease us in the trailer court thinking we were in love but really they didnt know that we were the best friends each other could have and you were the angel in the friendship ill always have. Thank you for all the times we shared as young kids…till we meet again.
Thank you for sharing this angel in a friendship terri and rich. May some of the small memories like these warm your heart and bring a smile to you.
Pam and Charlie McQueer
Terri and Richard, we are just heartbroken to hear of Ryan’s passing. We loved him he was the sweetest soul. It was a pleasure for Charlie and I to get to know Ryan when he worked for us at Otsego Fitness Center. He surely made everyone’s day better while in his company. Our thoughts and prayers are with and you and your family during this difficult time. What a great young man Ryan was.
Susan Coburn
Terri, I am so sorry, and in shock. I can not imagine your pain, he and Brea are the same age.
Know that you are in my prayers and thoughts as you navigate the future.
He will be greatly missed too young.
Michael Harris
I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Ryan’s passing. He was good friends with my son Chris who passed away last April. My deepest condolences to Ryan’s family.
Terry (Stevens) DeNichilo
Dearest Richard and Terry, I feel deeply sorry for your loss of your wonderful young man. Here is a memory that I replay often in my mind. It was the day the Kathy, Linda, and I went to visit Aunt Lois at her Care Center. She and the girls were introducing me to many of the people there when a very handsome man stood up and smiled. I looked up at him and said, “Richard?” (Some people snickered), but he smiled so warmly and said, “I am Ryan.”
You both can feel proud you have raised such a charming and well-mannered person!
You are in my prayers especially for strength and I hope you are replaying cherished memories too. With Love
Terry (Stevens) DeNichilo
Dearest Richard and Terry, I feel deeply sorry for your loss of your wonderful young man. Here is a memory that I replay often in my mind. It was the day the Kathy, Linda, and I went to visit Aunt Lois at her Care Center. She and the girls were introducing me to many of the people there when a very handsome man stood up and smiled. I looked up at him and said, “Richard?” (Some people snickered), but he smiled so warmly and said, “I am Ryan.”
You both can feel proud you raised such a charming and well-mannered person!
You are in my prayers especially for strength and I hope you are replaying cherished memories too. With Love
Terry
Terri (please forgive my misspelling)