Ryan B. Crow

Ryan was born October 1, 1987 in Kansas City and lived most of his life in Overland Park, Kansas. He played varsity football at Shawnee Mission South, graduating in 2006. He worked as a warehouseman for Wholesale Sheet Metal.

Ryan was a very caring and kind person, with an unforgettable infectious laugh. He liked to work with his hands and to use his skills to help his family and friends. Ryan struggled for years with substance abuse and finally lost the battle against his addiction. His grievous injuries in a July 2013 auto accident left Ryan with constant pain, compounding his personal struggle. Yet in the midst of all of this, Ryan reaffirmed his commitment to Jesus Christ, and we are confident that Ryan is home in heaven.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 22, at Kansas City First Church of the Nazarene, 11811 State Line Road, in Kansas City, Missouri. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 23, also at Kansas City First Church of the Nazarene.

In lieu of flowers, memorial funds have been established at the Kansas City Rescue Mission and at the Salvation Army. Donations which specify the Ryan Crow Memorial will benefit their addiction recovery programs. Gifts may be made by mail or online at kcrm.org or salarmymokan.org, as well as at the visitation and funeral service.