Ryann K. Schmidt

Memorials may be made to Missouri Valley College Athletic Department, 500 E. College Street, Marshall, MO. Ryann K. Schmidt, of Ferguson, Missouri, died on Sunday, October 25, 2009 at the age of 26; dearest son of Donn H. and Susanne Schmidt (nee: Thornhill); loving fiance of Julie Freebersyser; special brother of Joshua (Ashley) Schmidt and special niece or nephew to arrive in 2010, Adam (Sarah) Schmidt, Nickolas (Jessica) Schmidt and Keri Schmidt; dear uncle of Gabriel, Charlie and Issac Schmidt; beloved grandson of Gisela and Erwin Kirschmer, Donna and Bud Kluba and Karl Dee Henry; dear nephew of Sabine and Kevin Schaffer, Deonna and Jim McAliney; Michael and Michele Thornhill and great-nephew of Lois Huff; dear cousin of Amanda and Sarah Schaffer, Julie, Jennifer and Makenzie Randall, Madeline, Caylee and Zach Thornhill. Ryann was a loving son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, cousin, fiance and friend of many too numerous to mention. He will be remembered for his smile, caring heart and his love of life. Ryann is a true hero donating parts of his body so others may live. May the recipients continue their walk through life in the spirit of Ryann's heart and zest for life. He was employed as a Residential Area Coordinator at Columbia College in Columbia, Missouri; a graduate of McCluer HS (2001). He graduated from Missouri Valley College (2006) on a Soccer scholarship with a Mass Communication Degree. He played soccer and tennis while attending college. Ryann was currently working towards his Masters Degree while employed with Columbia College Campus Life. He was recently engaged to Julie Freebersyser. They were planning their wedding together for 2011. PEACE!