Update on Ryan
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God speed Ryan, you are at peace the pain has ended and you are in a better place. I am so glad I got to meet you a couple weeks ago and I am a better person for it.
Brad and Susan my heart goes out to you I can't think of anything worse than losing a child.
You guys have to be very proud of Ryan he touched so many people in such a positive way. You are all in my thoughts and prayers There is so much more I would like to say but the words just won't come
Brad and Susan my heart goes out to you I can't think of anything worse than losing a child. You guys have to be very proud of Ryan he touched so many people in such a positive way. You are all in my thoughts and prayers There is so much more I would like to say but the words just won't come
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I'm so lucky to have known Ryan. I just wish it wasn't for such a short time. He is "one of a kind". I will always remember our time last Friday at the corvette plant and his ride in the ZR1!!!!
I was lucky enough to have spent time with Ryan last night and this morning at the hospital to say good-bye. May he now rest in peace. I will miss you Ryan....
I was lucky enough to have spent time with Ryan last night and this morning at the hospital to say good-bye. May he now rest in peace. I will miss you Ryan....
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Godspeed Ryan, you are at peace the pain has ended and you are in a better place. I am so glad I got to meet you a couple weeks ago and I am a better person for it. Brad and Susan my heart goes out to you I can't think of anything worse than losing a child. You guys have to be very proud of Ryan he touched so many people in such a positive way. You are all in my thoughts and prayers There is so much more I would like to say but the words just won't come
Brad and Susan my heart goes out to you I can't think of anything worse than losing a child. You guys have to be very proud of Ryan he touched so many people in such a positive way. You are all in my thoughts and prayers There is so much more I would like to say but the words just won't come 
:What Don said. I cant say anymore right now.........cry
Amazing and so Ryan as he leaves us for the next Chapter. Godspeed buddy and Im Sure R is waiting for that you and that Red Vette up there
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I'm very sad at the moment. I will never forget Ryan and the courage he showed me every time I saw him. I pray to God for Ryan's eternal peace and I thank God for answering our prayers for Ryan's pain to stop.
Salmons family, you will find peace and understanding with God's will. You raised a beautiful young man. Ryan will always and forever be in my heart.
Salmons family, you will find peace and understanding with God's will. You raised a beautiful young man. Ryan will always and forever be in my heart.
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St. Jude Donor '11-'17, '21
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All in the same day I learned about this Corvette forum, and found the thread about Ryan, and learned that he's now leaving us and in the induced coma. As everyone else has said, it's been an inspiration and thanks to all who shared their words and experiences, especially Ryan! Just amazing.
My sympathies to all who love him and will miss his physical presence, and many tears will fall, some of which are my own. Yet I have every faith that his spirit is already in heaven, exactly the way he said it would be! And he'll find a way to let you know it some time down the road.
"It is not that your heart won't break again and again. Opening to whatever is present can be a heartbreaking business. But let the heart break, for your breaking heart only reveals a core of love unbroken." -Gangaji
My sympathies to all who love him and will miss his physical presence, and many tears will fall, some of which are my own. Yet I have every faith that his spirit is already in heaven, exactly the way he said it would be! And he'll find a way to let you know it some time down the road.
"It is not that your heart won't break again and again. Opening to whatever is present can be a heartbreaking business. But let the heart break, for your breaking heart only reveals a core of love unbroken." -Gangaji
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Ryan you, along with my wife who has fought this terrible disease for 5 years and 2 months, are my heros.
Thank you for showing us all how life is to be lived. We are better because of you. God touched you and your family to put you in this position. You were needed in heaven. It is hard for us to accept, but the universe unfolds as it should.
Godspeed on your journey my friend. We will see you on the other side. tdb
Thank you for showing us all how life is to be lived. We are better because of you. God touched you and your family to put you in this position. You were needed in heaven. It is hard for us to accept, but the universe unfolds as it should.
Godspeed on your journey my friend. We will see you on the other side. tdb
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Im reading some of my messages and texts from Ryan .....
I came across a link to an awesome collection of photos of Ryan-Not sure of this has been posted ---Well worth looking through, There are over 1000!
http://barrysalmons.smugmug.com/gall...0_vUCHn#P-1-15
I came across a link to an awesome collection of photos of Ryan-Not sure of this has been posted ---Well worth looking through, There are over 1000!
http://barrysalmons.smugmug.com/gall...0_vUCHn#P-1-15
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My prayers continue to go out to Ryan and his family. Ryan touched people he never even met with his courage and fight. Now he will see his courage rewarded in heaven.
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I've been following Ryan's story for the past few weeks. I am sad to hear that he has taken a turn for the worse. I was really hoping that he might come out of this. I wish him and his family all the best. You are in my prayers.
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God speed Ryan, you are at peace the pain has ended and you are in a better place. I am so glad I got to meet you a couple weeks ago and I am a better person for it. Brad and Susan my heart goes out to you I can't think of anything worse than losing a child. You guys have to be very proud of Ryan he touched so many people in such a positive way. You are all in my thoughts and prayers There is so much more I would like to say but the words just won't come
I too must say the Same as Don has here . I am SO Glad I was able to meet and spend the Time with Ryan . He even was able to get me to take off the Red Wing gear for the Tour of the Blue Jackets Arena ! You will be missed , but a Better Place is awaiting You and that Beautiful Vette . Our Prayers will continue to be with you and your Family .
I too must say the Same as Don has here . I am SO Glad I was able to meet and spend the Time with Ryan . He even was able to get me to take off the Red Wing gear for the Tour of the Blue Jackets Arena ! You will be missed , but a Better Place is awaiting You and that Beautiful Vette . Our Prayers will continue to be with you and your Family .
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My friend Ryan Salmons passed away 15 minutes ago. I only met Ryan for the first time in person on April 4, 2009. He fought a hell of a fight. He was mature beyond his years, he was fun, he was honest, he was loyal. I love that kid and will miss him terribly.
Ryan Salmons CBJ #3 July 7, 1989 - May 1, 2009
19 years old RIP.
Mike
Ryan Salmons CBJ #3 July 7, 1989 - May 1, 2009
19 years old RIP.
Mike