Obituary of Ryan Michael Parish

Ryan Michael Parish February 09, 1985 - January 05, 2008 Ryan Michael (Garcia) Parish passed away Friday January 5, 2008 at the age of 22. He was born in Dallas, TX February 9, 1985 to Tracy (Parish) Garcia and Miha Pazik. Ryan attended Lomax Elementary and La Porte High School, he then moved to Battle Creek, Michigan where he attended BCCHS and East Kentwood High School, graduating May 31, 2006. Ryan also attended Grand Rapids Community College. Ryan was baptized on December 19, 2004 at United Methodist Church; Ryan loved scripture Proverb 3:5-6. Ryan loved football, and wrestling. He was an inspiration to all who knew him, his smile, and his jokes. He was a loving person. Ryan is survived by his mother Tracy (Garcia) Parish, Miha Pazik, and Martin Garcia of Battle Creek, Michigan. Also, his sister Crystal Garcia, brothers Sergio and Antonio Garcia, and Nikolas and Thomas. Grandparents: Velika, Pete Pazik, Nancy Parish, Alan Lucas, Ralph, Joyce Parish, and Gabino, Julia Garcia. Along with his Aunt Barbara and Uncle Lusiano, and also his Aunt Oralia. Ryan had a lot of cousins and friends that he held close to his heart. When n Texas, Ryan spent most of his time with Rigo, Divina, BreAnna, LaCharles, Gabino, girlfriend Lacey, Brad, Nick, Jeremy, Gordon, Carlos, and all of the Rail Works crew.