Ryan Michael Winfree

1999 ∼ 2013

Ryan Michael Winfree

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Ryan Michael Winfree, 13, of Orangefield, passed away Sunday, February 24, 2013, at his home.

Funeral Service will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at Winfree Baptist Church. Officiating will be Pastor Keith Royal of Winfree Baptist Church and Pastor Paul Fregia of Pecan Acres Baptist Church in Vidor. Burial will follow at Antioch Cemetery in Buna.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday, at Winfree Baptist Church.

Born in Houston on June 16, 1999, Ryan was the son of William Edward Winfree and Carol Lynn Reese Winfree. Ryan enjoyed going to school and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Lester Winfree and Wade Reese; and great-grandparents. Ryan is survived by his parents, Will and Carol Winfree of Orangefield; brother, Jesse Winfree of Orangefield; maternal grandmother, Beatrice Chapman of Spurger, Texas; paternal grandmother, Barbara Winfree of Orangefield; and numerous aunts, uncles and lots of family and friends.

Serving as Pallbearers will be Drew McCall, Jimmy Wilkerson, John Gordon, Bobby Cormier, Kent Dosch and Jimmy Williams. Honorary Pallbearers will be Todd Anthony, Kirk Dillard, Paul Neely and Roger Holtkamp.

The family wishes to thank Ryan's life skills class at Orangefield Elementary, his teacher aides, and teacher, Lisa McCall.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Life Skills Class of Orangefield Elementary, P.O. Box 228, Orangefield, Texas 77639.

Arrangements were held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Condolences

Anonymous March 8, 2013

Worked with Carol at Bancroft Elementary in Orange and offer my deepest sympathy. I've missed seeing her and was so terribly sorry to hear about Ryan's passing.##imported-begin##Anna Harner##imported-end##

Anonymous March 1, 2013

Will and Carol, I was saddened for you when I heard of your loss. Losing a child is hardest of all. Please be assured that your happy memories will sustain you and help with time. Please accept my condolences. Larry##imported-begin##Larry Windham##imported-end##

Anonymous February 28, 2013

Will and Carol, I cannot imagine the sadness you must be feeling right now. Please know that you are in my prayers. - Lea##imported-begin##Lea Johnson Beazley##imported-end##

Anonymous February 27, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of Ryan's passing. Our heart and prayers go out to ya'll. He was a blessing for all that knew him. He was truly blessed to have such great parents and family. Our prayers to you all.##imported-begin##Morgan & Deven Michael##imported-end##

Anonymous February 26, 2013

Will, Carol & Jesse, It's difficult to know what to say just now...except that you are thought of in sympathy & friendship. With Our Deepest Sympathy, Bobby, Jessie, Jordan, Kristen, Cameron and Colton Williams##imported-begin##Bobby Williams##imported-end##

Anonymous February 26, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, Ryan touched so many lives.He will forever be in our hearts.##imported-begin##Diane DeRamus & JoJo Amik##imported-end##

Anonymous February 26, 2013

I have watched Ryan grow up for the last 10 years. He never failed to bring a smile to our faces in the Elementary office. We will miss seeing him ride his bike up and down the hall. He was such a blessing and we are all the more blessed for having kno##imported-begin##Jerri Graffagnino##imported-end##

Anonymous February 26, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Ryan. May God be with your family and give you comfort and peace. Lots of love and prayers sent your way.##imported-begin##Angela Loller Finnefrock##imported-end##

Anonymous February 26, 2013

Dear Will, Carol, Jesse, and family, I was so sorry to hear of Ryan's death. My heart goes out to you at this sad time. I will be praying for you. Sincerely, Teresa McCurry##imported-begin##Teresa McCurry ##imported-end##

Anonymous February 26, 2013

I had the priviledge of having Ryan in my 2nd grade class at Orangefield. Ryan's smile was contagious and he enjoyed listening to the stories his classmates would read to him. I will never forget our field trip to Claiborne Park and the fun Ryan had wit##imported-begin##Sonya Pierce##imported-end##

Anonymous February 26, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Will & Carol...my thoughts & prayers are with your family.##imported-begin##Regina Thompson Spell##imported-end##

Anonymous February 25, 2013

Dear Will and Carol, Please accept our utmost condolences on the home going of Ryan Michael. May God's mercy and loving care be with you and your family during this time. Greg and Sharla Broussard##imported-begin##Greg & Sharla Broussard##imported-end##

Anonymous February 25, 2013

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your precious son Ryan. He had many challenges and obstacles in his short life, but he was truly blessed to have such devoted and caring parents. My love to all of you.##imported-begin##Madeleine Baker##imported-end##

Anonymous February 25, 2013

Our love an deepest sympathy to you. Prayers are with you all.##imported-begin##Pat and Debbie McCarey##imported-end##

Anonymous February 25, 2013

Sweet, sweet boy, you will be missed. Carol, my heart breaks for your family. I know you are a women of faith and that will bring you peace. Ben and I are praying for you. Edie Comeaux##imported-begin##Edie Comeaux##imported-end##

Anonymous February 25, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Ryan as such a sweet little boy. I have not seen him or your family in so many years. May God watch over you. I will keep you in my prayers. Sincerely, Sheila Williford##imported-begin##Sheila Williford##imported-end##

Anonymous February 25, 2013

I had the pleasure of being around Ryan, at school. I loved his smile. he always seemed so happy and enjoying his time with Mrs. McCall and all of us. My heart is sad for your loss, please accept my condolences, for your loss. May God help you heal. Th##imported-begin##Laura Schiefelbein##imported-end##

Anonymous February 24, 2013

I will always treasure seeing Ryan's smiling face each and every morning at school, he always came to school with a smile spread across his face. He could turn even the coldest, bleakest days into a warm sunny one with his smile. My thoughts and prayers##imported-begin##Annette Allen##imported-end##

Anonymous February 24, 2013

Ryan was a special angel God sent to us for a short visit. He touched so many people lives with his beautiful smile. Thank you for sharing Ryan with us! You and your sweet family are in my thoughts and prayers.##imported-begin##Cheryl Linscomb##imported-end##

Anonymous February 24, 2013

Just wonted to say I am so sorry for your lost, But just think of his granddad holding him on his knee now praying for all the family Bobbie##imported-begin##Bobbie McGuire##imported-end##

Anonymous February 24, 2013

I was blesses to work with Ryan several years back as a sub in life skills. He was such a sweet and happy boy. Your family is in my prayers.##imported-begin##Susan Comeaux Clark##imported-end##