"?The world changes from year to year, our lives from day to day, but the love and memory of you, shall never pass away.? "
In loving memory of
Ryan Jerry Thompson
July 8, 1989 - January 28, 2023
Ryan Jerry Thompson, age 33 of Spring Lake Park, passed away on January 28, 2023. Ryan will be remembered as a kind and gentle soul. He enjoyed spending time with his beloved cat Buddy, relaxing, drawing, watching movies and cooking. Ryan graduated from Spring Lake Park high school and worked with his father. Ryan is survived by his parents William (Bill) and Jody, his brother Dustin and girlfriend Danielle, best friend Bry, grandparents Jerry and Janice Chapman, and beloved extended family, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandparents John and Sue Thompson. A celebration of life will be held in Ryan's honor on Sunday February 5th, 1:00 - 4:00 at the Fridley Legion, 7365 NE Central Ave, Fridley, MN 55432.
Tributes
"Ryan I will miss our 1hr long conversations on the phone, you showing me the tricks Buddy would do and your sweetness and love for your cat. I loved having you come up to Grandpa and Grandma's cabin with Br too. It was so much fun. Still so sorry my inflatable kayak had a hole in it. Just a good time to be up at the lake and relax. Time I will always treasure. I believe you are in a happier place with no pain. Please give your Grandma Sue a great big hug for me. I miss that lady. You have always had a special place in my heart and will always continue to have that special place. I wish I was with you those last minutes holding your hand telling you I love you. I miss you Ryan. "
"Ryan, my dear cousin and friend. You have left this earth to soon and the world will never be the same. I think back to our childhood and all the memories we built. I vividly remember you, Dustin, and your mom arriving to our house on hot summer days. Pulling up and parking under the shaded pine trees, hoping out and running to the pool area. We played for hours every summer. It feels like those memories make up most of my childhood and I will forever cherish them. At Christmas and thanksgiving we have sat at the ?kids table? even now that we ar all adults. I don?t have a memory of those holidays that doesn?t include you and that table. I don?t think I?m going to be able to sit at that table going forward without envisioning you there. Our hearts are broken and only time will heal the wounds. This isn?t goodbye it?s until we meet again my friend. Your cousin & friend, Rachel"
"Will miss our cousin very much. He will be known for his kind heart, sense of humor and all the convos at the ?Kid Table? at Christmas. "
"So saddened by this loss. We?ll remember him as our loving nephew and cousin. May our warm memories get us through this difficult time. We will miss you dearly! Rest In Peace, Ryan! ?? | Love you, John, Pat, Rachel and Trevor Jacobsen"
"So saddened by this loss. We?ll remember him as our loving nephew and cousin. May our warm memories get us through this difficult time. We will miss you dearly! Rest In Peace, Ryan! ?? | Love you, John, Pat, Rachel and Trevor Jacobsen"
"Ryan?? You may not be visible with our eyes, but you'll always be here in our hearts!! ?? Rest easy until we meet again. Love you!!"
"So saddened by this loss. We?ll remember him as our loving nephew and cousin. May our warm memories get us through this difficult time. We will miss you dearly! Rest In Peace, Ryan! ?? | Love you, John, Pat, Rachel and Trevor Jacobsen"
"Jody and Bill, I so sorry for your loss.
Jeff Jeske"
"Godspeed"
"I'll always remember Ryan as a sweet kid, who was a little shy until he got to know you. A gentle soul and a BIG heart. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. May your loving memories keep him alive in your heart. Susan Wienke Friend of the family "