Ryan D. Haxton
Ryan Donald Haxton, 26, died Jan. 12, 2010, at his home in Kinsley.
He was born Dec. 28, 1983, at the Edwards County Hospital, Kinsley, the son of Rod and Marsha (Rose) Haxton.
He attended Kinsley schools through the fifth grade, moving to Scott City as a sixth grader. He was a student at Scott City Middle School for one year before attending Kansas State School for the Blind, Kansas City, for the next five years. He returned to Scott City and graduated from Scott Community High School in 2002.
While attending KSSB, Ryan was an outstanding athlete in track and wrestling.
During his junior year he was a 125-pound champion in the North Central Association of Schools for the Visually Handicapped. States represented in the NCASVH included: Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Tennessee and Wisconsin.
In his four previous conference appearances, Ryan claimed three runner-up finishes and a third place medal.
He was also a two-time conference champion in the 1600 meter tandem race and was a multiple track champion in the 600m run.
During his sophomore season, he and Brian Pope combined to win the tandem race which secured the Kansas school it’s first conference title in more than 35 years.
“We won the conference track title because of Ryan’s ability to push Brian Pope to run faster,” recalls former coach and athletic director Janet Reynolds. “‘Win it for the coach’ Ryan said, but he won much more that day. He also won respect from the team and coaches.”
Ryan grew up in the newspaper business at The Kinsley Mercury and later as distribution manager for The Scott County Record, Scott City.
Ryan loved music and dancing and he was able to enjoy both as the owner and operator of Ry-Dogg Entertainment DJ service for 11 years. He got a laugh out of referring to himself as the “dancing DJ.” He also enjoyed going to many concerts with his family in Kansas City and Denver, ranging from Aerosmith, to Tom Petty, Rolling Stones and many more.
In addition, Ryan had a passion for Kansas State University sports and Scott Community High School sports. He was “the No. 1 Beavers fan.”
Because of his love for SCHS and Scott City sports, the family suggests memorials may be sent to the Ryan Haxton SCHS Field House Memorial Fund in care of the Scott Community Foundation, 303 Court, Scott City, Ks. 67871.
User Comments
The passing of Ryan
"Rod and Family I knew Ryan for only a few years, but he will impact my life from now on. He will be missed from our midst, but will live on in the hearts of so many; and the memories of times we shared with him will continue to surface and be retold throughout time. I am blessed having known Ryan and pray that you will feel comfort and peace in the days ahead. Carolyn West"
Friend of the family
"Ryan and Tyler were such special young men. I watched them grow from the time they were babies in Kinsley, to the time they became young adults. Both Ryan and Tyler knew Jesus Christ as their risen Savior and although those of us who knew them will miss them we can rest in the knowlege they are alive, healthy and dancing on streets of gold."
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"Ryan & Tyler touched so many lives. I learned so much from both of them and have such fond memories of looking after them one summer. My thoughts and prayers go out to Rod and the rest of the family."
good friend
"Ryan was my best friend , I will miss him very very much . I will miss all of the times we talked on the phone . Grandpa is sure that God makes better banana bread and cookies then he did . Love, Derek Baker"
Friend & Coach
"The first time my family ever met Ryan & Tyler was at the Dodge City kids wrestling both boys were alot of fun to watch. They then moved to Scott & they taught us as much or more than we taught them. Ryan showed lambs with the kids and all had alot of fun doing that.Ryan was always a Beaver fan where ever we were at. One of the first one on one with the boys at the first Wichicta Collegate game Ryan got Tyler upset because he said there was a painting on the wall Rod will know what I'm talking about. The fun we had at wrestling I will never forget. Will miss you Ry Dog you will always be in are hearts."
Marsha's Co-worker
"I am very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers thru this difficult time. I only knew Ryan for a short time. He was a very special young man. It was always a joy to talk to him when he called into the office to talk to his mom or paid her a surprise vist. He is now in a happy place with his brother and they both are watching over your family. God bless.. "
Former teach and coach
"Ryan and Tyler were very special boys and they meant a lot to me in so many ways. How could one not love the Haxton boys? Fond memories of track, swimming, and wrestling meets. Conference tract title, because of Ryan's ability to push Brian Pope to run faster. Win it for the coach Ryan said, but he won much more that day. A respect from the team and coaches. God bless the parents, grandparents, other family members, and friends. A light has gone out but an angel is going home to be with his brother. Some great wrestling matches will be happening"
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"Marsha and Rod, I can remember both Tyler and Ryan. My sister and I played with them many Saturday afternoons in Kinsley when we were visiting our grandparents (Lee and Minetta Carothers). I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am sure Ryan touched many lives."
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"Oh, Ryan! My life was certainly blessed and educated by the happy chance of meeting you and knowing you. My love to your parents and grandparents. "
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