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This memorial website was created in loving memory of Ryan Shaw, who left this world too soon on May 8, 2016. Let this memorial serve as a tribute to a brilliant young man who will be missed by all. Please share your condolences and thoughts with the Shaw family via this page. 

Memorial contributions may be made in Ryan's name to either of the following:

The Haven Project, 57 Munroe St., Lynn, MA 01901 

The Mustard Seed Communities, 29 Janes Ave., Medfield, MA 02052


Additionally, a scholarship fund will be established in Ryan's name.

May 31, 2023
May 31, 2023
Wishing you a very happy birthday and thank you for always being an additional angel in my life.
May 29, 2022
May 29, 2022
Happy 25th birthday dear Ryan. There are many a day I wonder the contributions & differences you could have made by now. I just pray you continue to watch over all of us here.
May 29, 2020
May 29, 2020
Happy Birthday in heaven my friend. Thank you for being one of my angels. Always on my mind.
May 9, 2020
May 9, 2020
Leaving a strength, love & support to you and your family. I was just speaking of you last night to a friend. I'm glad you are an angel watching over all of us with the craziness today. Missing you always.

Ms. Vocino
May 9, 2019
May 9, 2019
Three years already where has the time gone. I think of you often and hope you are ok. I am grateful to know you are an angel up there watching over some of the yucky things going on in the world today & hope you are there to welcome some of the young people who are taken to soon just like you were. I have added you to my memorial tattoo. It started just as a butterfly for my dad & over the years have added smaller butterflies for other special people in my life. I never knew your favorite color so I just used the color of the birth stone for May. I will leave your birthday wishes here as well. Keep us all safe until we see you again Ryan.
xoxo
Ms V
May 9, 2018
May 9, 2018
Thinking of you and I pray for you and your family daily. Can't believe it's been 2 years.
May 29, 2017
May 29, 2017
I missed leaving you birthday wishes, I'm sorry about that. I got the reminder of today though. I can't imagine a year already, though I'm sure you have been working your magic in heaven just as you did here on earth. If you get a chance please keep an eye on a couple of my kids here they really need the help. Also a dear friend isn't doing to well can you check on her too?

Watching the pictures I shared reminds me just how much all of you meant to me back then my first year & no one will ever take the place you all have in my heart & memories.
December 15, 2016
December 15, 2016
Hello Shaw Family,

I was the Site Director at DBS last fall and was honored to have Ryan not only in the program but in my Global Experience class. He was a very bright student who had a heart of gold. We were all very impressed with Ryan during our time with him and enjoy watching this video to remember what an amazing person he was: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPGxN5WeF7M. Thinking of you all during this holiday season.

Jess
May 29, 2016
May 29, 2016
Thinking all of Ryan's family and friends today on his birthday. Love and prayers
May 29, 2016
May 29, 2016
Thinking heavily about the Shaw family today. I pray for peace and comfort and thoughts of loving memories with Ryan...
May 24, 2016
May 24, 2016
I'm so incredibly sorry to hear about your tragic loss. I wish there were something I could say or do to lessen the pain of this tragedy, but my prayers are with your whole family. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Ryan, he sounds like an amazing human being. I'm so sorry for your loss.
May 20, 2016
May 20, 2016
Scott and Joanne,
Babs and I are heartbroken about the passing of Ryan. Of course we wish we could in some way ease your pain. Please know we have been thinking of you both and your family as you deal with this very difficult tragedy.

Mitch and Babs
May 19, 2016
May 19, 2016
To the Shaw Family
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son Ryan.
May you celebrate his life in the hours, days, months and years ahead. He will never leave your minds and hearts.
May Ryan rest in Peace. May your hearts heal with time.
Bill Morrison
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
Dear Shaw Family - I am so very sorry to hear of Ryan's passing. You have all been in my thoughts constantly since learning of your loss. I will continue to pray for your family. May your wonderful memories of Ryan bring you comfort for a life lived with love and happiness.
With sympathy,
Heather Ingrando
May 16, 2016
May 16, 2016
So sorry for your loss,May God Bless you and your Family.
May 16, 2016
May 16, 2016
There are no words to convey the despair of losing your beloved child. It is very clear that Ryan was loved and cherished by all whose lives he touched. "What we have once enjoyed we can never lose, all that we love deeply becomes a part of us." Please accept our deepest sympathy for your heartbreaking loss.
Todd & Peggy
May 16, 2016
May 16, 2016
Dear Shaw Family, our son Jordan only just met your Ryan this semester and yet he is as devastated as one who lost a lifelong friend. We too are deeply saddened by your family's loss and know that the world has lost an amazing young man. May his memory be a blessing to all who were lucky enough to have known him. With heartfelt and most sincere condolences, Karen and Kevin Brown (Tarrytown, NY)
May 16, 2016
May 16, 2016
Dear Scott and family,

Having lost a brother and step-daughter of similar age, I understand and am so, so deeply sorry for your loss. A part of yourself dies with the loss of a child and sibling. Through time, a new part of you is reborn, guided by your memories of Ryan that are never far, in how you go forward with renewed perspective, empathy, understanding and appreciation for everything and everyone around you. He will forever be a cherished inspiration by your side and in your heart. - Nancy DiSpirito and family
May 16, 2016
May 16, 2016
Dear Shaw Family,

I am heartbroken to learn of your devastating loss of Ryan. I am certain he was a loving son and sibling to his family as well as a great loss to the world. Please accept our deepest condolences - Barry Rosen + Lara Van Slyke
May 16, 2016
May 16, 2016
We know you only from our walks through the neighborhood but have always been so struck by how kind your children and their friends have always been - both to our family and with one another - whenever we passed. We are so sorry for your loss. - the Klees
May 16, 2016
May 16, 2016
Dear Shaw Family,
My son Andrew is a pike brother. Although I didn't have the pleasure of meeting Ryan I feel as though I have met him thru my son. Andrew was devastated when he received the unfathomable news of Ryan's passing. I will never forget the ride back into Boston that evening with Andrew & his GF Hannah. They both adored your son. I have been crying with them all week. He sounded like a remarkable young man. Please know that you and your family are forever in our prayers. My son promises to make your son proud. Ryan will be forever missed. God Bless your family. Love, The Eckel
family. Andover MA
May 15, 2016
May 15, 2016
Dear Shaw Family,

My heart stopped the night I got a private message from Jake about Ryan. The irony was he asked if I remembered him. I remember each & everyone of those amazing young ladies & gentleman that I was fortunate to have cross the threshold into room 6 at St Joe's. Ryan is an amazing young man I say is because through your selflessness he will live on in each of the people who's life continues because of the donation you made. I always knew Ryan would be one to go on & do great things with his life never did I imagine it to be in that way. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. And in closing my favorite memory of Ryan was the day Dave & I got married and his handsome face was part of the friends & loved ones who joined us on such a special day.

With all my love

Ms. Vocino"
May 15, 2016
May 15, 2016
Dear Shaw Family,

I am so sorry about the loss of Ryan. There are no words to heal your pain. I had the opportunity to meet Ryan on the Cape and always came away thinking “what a nice kid”. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of those who loved Ryan. 

Susan O'Donnell
May 14, 2016
May 14, 2016
To Shaw Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. We were part of the MPS family and felt like we knew Ryan thru Maddy and Scott. Ryan will be remembered forever by the families he helped thru the gift of life. Deepest sympathy,  Marie, Mike and Deirdre Macrorie
May 14, 2016
May 14, 2016
Scott and family - no words can express the grief felt for all of you on such a sudden and painful loss. My heartfelt sympathies are with you and may Ryan be surrounded by angels forever.
May 14, 2016
May 14, 2016
Scott and Joanne,
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Know that we are thinking of you.
The Pearsons
May 14, 2016
May 14, 2016
My son Jay went to St Johns with Ryan. I met Ryan at the Pellitier’s home for Jr. Prom pictures. I think back to that night and can’t believe what we all did not image would happen to such a healthy handsome young man. This loss brings me to tears. My heart goes out to you.
During a baptismal class I was told that our children are on loan from our heavenly Father and it is His wish they they be returned with “interest”. I know you have done just that. God has a special bond with parents who lose a child as He also suffered the loss of His child. I hope you feel that bond and that your faith grows stronger. I will pray that your faith, family, friends will help you to carry on.

God Bless the Shaw Family.
May 13, 2016
May 13, 2016
Suzanne and I are so sorry for your loss. No single wish can soften the blow of loss of a family member but hopefully this one of many can add to the wishes shared by the many in this site and these many offerings can remind you of the support we all offer in your dealing with the loss. Heart felt condolences from the Stadtler Family.
May 13, 2016
May 13, 2016
Dear Joanne, Scott, Connor and Maddy,
Words cannot even begin to describe how saddened we are on the passing of Ryan. He was a fine young man; kind, gentle, artistic and so much fun to be around. We enjoyed spending time with him and he and Dan were the best of buddies. He will be sorely missed and will stay in our hearts and souls forever and always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Love, Gail, Steve, Matt and Dan
May 13, 2016
May 13, 2016
I had the privilege of teaching Ryan this past semester, and I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of his passing. He was a bright and motivated young man who was full of potential. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends as they mourn his passing.
May 13, 2016
May 13, 2016
Shaw Family,

We don't really know you, but we live in the house behind you, your old house. Seeing and hearing all the friends and family visiting you over the last few days is a tribute to what a great young man he was. We're so sorry to hear about Ryan's passing. Keep his spirit alive and remember all the good times and joy he brought all of you.

Deepest sympathies,

The Veilleux Family
Pete, Suzy, Trevor and Sophie
May 13, 2016
May 13, 2016
To the Shaw family,
On behalf of the team here in Dublin at the FIE@DBS program, we wish to send our sincerest condolences to you all in this sad time. We were all deeply saddened to hear about Ryan’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam. 
The FIE and DBS team, Dublin
May 13, 2016
May 13, 2016
To The Shaw Family...
Words cannot express how truly shocked and saddened we are by this sudden loss of your son, Ryan. We hold you all close to our hearts and continue to pray for all of you. God Bless. - Ann Annetta & Family
May 12, 2016
May 12, 2016
Joanne and Scott, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this heartbreaking time. We are so very sorry for your loss. Leslie (Pearson) and Marc Stuart
May 12, 2016
May 12, 2016
Dear Scott, Joanne, Connor and Maddy, We were devastated to hear this news. You are all so special and you gave Ryan such a wonderful, loving family and home. You filled his short life with so many special times and he knew how much you all loved him. Please take care of yourselves during this painful time. We are here for you. Love, Michael, Mary Ellen, Christie and Rachel
May 12, 2016
May 12, 2016
To the Shaw family,

There are no words to express the sorrow that we feel for your loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Meeghan (Killilea) and Joe Abramo
May 12, 2016
Scott & Family,
I am so incredibly sorry for this unimaginable loss you have suffered. I know there are no words that can ever be said for something like this... Please just know my heart, my thoughts and all of my prayers are with you and all of your family that you will some how find the strength you need to right now. Knowing the kind of man you are Scott, I can imagine your son was nothing short of amazing and his legacy will always live on as such. My continued thoughts and prayers....Danielle
May 12, 2016
May 12, 2016
To the Shaw family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Every time I talk to Scott, he always talks about his children and what they are doing with their lives. Recently, he told me about how Ryan’s path in life brought him to Northeastern. As he was talking, it was obvious how proud he was of Ryan and of the man Ryan was turning into. I cannot imagine your loss. Just know that you have many caring supporters here for you.
My condolences,
Joel Turner and family
May 12, 2016
May 12, 2016
Dear Shaw Family,

We are so deeply sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine what you are going through. As part of the Kessler Group family, please know that we are thinking of you all, praying for healing and may the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficult days. Our most heartfelt condolences. Brian and Andrea Liberis
May 12, 2016
May 12, 2016
Shaw Family, I am so deeply sorry for your loss - our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
With deepest sympathies,
Tricia McCannon and Family
May 12, 2016
May 12, 2016
Joanne, Scott, Connor and Maddy: I am heart broken to hear this. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Marjorie Doto and family
May 12, 2016
May 12, 2016
We are praying that love and faith surround you as you cope with the loss of your precious son. We met Ryan in Ireland and liked his warm smile, easy spirit, and sense of humor immediately and were happy that he and our son Jack became friends. All of these tributes shine a beautiful light on the incredible young man he must have been. Please know that, while we don't know you, our hearts are with yours at this time. - Jeanne and Don Braun
May 12, 2016
May 12, 2016
My wife and I would like to send our sincerest condolences to the Shaw family. I've unfortunately never met Ryan, but am overwhelmed by the response and positive impact he had on those lucky enough to know him. Our thoughts are with you all.

Anthony & Lalli Marrato
May 12, 2016
May 12, 2016
To the Shaw Family

All of us here at Ozumo Oakland share your sorrow. The loss of a loved one, particularly ones child, is a difficult prospect to even imagine. All of our eyes are a little misty over here. Our condolences to all of you. Deepest regards and condolences to the Shaw Family.

Ace Chon and the Family of Ozumo Oakland
May 12, 2016
May 12, 2016
Dear Shaw Family,
While I only knew Ryan for 9 months, I can truly say that he was one of the most charismatic, funny, talented, smart and genuine guys I have ever met. I was with Ryan in Dublin, and I will never forget shooting our media film every Thursday morning, where Ryan was always the camera man and always had a creative eye. I was devastated to hear of his passing, but I will never forget him and the memories we share. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers, and just know he will never be forgotten.

- Carly Duffy
May 11, 2016
May 11, 2016
We are devastated. Saddened beyond words. Our deepest sorrows go out to Scott, Joanne, Conner and Maddy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Frank, Linda and Chris Calnan
May 11, 2016
May 11, 2016
Joanne, Scott, Connor and Maddy, I am so sorry to hear this devastating news. My heart goes out to all of you with this tragic loss.
I am deeply saddened - my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.  Love, the de Novellis family
May 11, 2016
May 11, 2016
Scott,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. It was shocking news to hear of the passing of Ryan. This is not the way the circle of life is supposed to work.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. - Steve Walczak
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Wishing you a very happy birthday and thank you for always being an additional angel in my life.
May 29, 2022
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Happy 25th birthday dear Ryan. There are many a day I wonder the contributions & differences you could have made by now. I just pray you continue to watch over all of us here.
May 29, 2020
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Happy Birthday in heaven my friend. Thank you for being one of my angels. Always on my mind.
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