Ryan Thomas Nealon was born on May 25, 1995 at 2:21 in the afternoon…making his parents’ lives easy right from the very beginning. With a thick head of dark black hair and deep blue eyes, this tiny bundle weighed just 6lbs 11oz…his baby clothes swimming around him. 

 

Ryan was a happy baby from the moment he was born. He hardly ever cried and was just thrilled to be in the middle of whatever action was going on around him. He could always be found sitting and watching his big brother Matthew play with his toys or snuggling with his dog Chloe as she played around him.  He was always cooing and giggling at everything the family did.

 

The older he got, the more Ryan discovered his love for music. Didn’t matter whether it was a Jimmy Buffet CD or an Elmo Sing-A-Long, Ryan could be found in his bouncy seat, swaying back and forth and smiling from ear to ear. As he learned to crawl and walk, he’d stand thisclose to the stereo, wiggling his diapered tush to the beat. These days, it simply isn’t a party unless Ryan is in the center of the dance floor showing off his moves.

 

Curious and brave, Ryan is the first to try anything new…and he always does everything with excitement and a smile. Ryan is one of the most positive people in the world. While most kids would get frustrated at a little league game when a teammate struck out to end an inning, Ryan is the first to put his arm on his friend’s shoulder and say, “Don’t worry buddy, you’ll get ‘em next time!”

 

There isn’t any puzzle that Ryan can’t figure out. His mind is so sharp that he has a way of just looking at something and discovering hidden things that no one knows. Whenever his mom brings home a new gadget, she sits down to read the 100 page instruction book, while Ryan just picks up the gizmo and has it working in 10 seconds flat. 

 

Did you know that Ryan is an excellent artist? His illustrations are detailed and beautiful. He can design houses, new action figure heroes, scenic landscapes…you name it!

 

Ryan’s best talent has to be his ability to give just the right hug to fit any occasion. If you’re feeling blue, Ryan is there with a tender hug to cheer you up. If you’re celebrating a win, Ryan is there with a big old bear hug to root you on. Ryan’s got a hug for any situation and he’s never shy about sharing one.

 

The older Ryan gets the more delicious he becomes. He is a terrific friend and a bright student. He is incredibly patient with his little sister Jessica (who simply adores him!!) and a fun playmate to his big brother Matthew.    As a son, his parents simply couldn’t ask for a more loving, sweet, generous and delightful son!