Ashton Daniel Ryan, 34, of Springfield, MO, passed away Saturday, June 25, 2022. He was born January 20, 1988, in Grand Junction, CO, to Gerald and Ann Ryan.

Ashton had such a powerful influence on anyone he met. He enjoyed baseball as a kid. He was a hardworking brother, father, and son. He loved doing things with his children and loved taking them outdoors. He worked with at risk adolescents and was such a good and wonderful influence on the children he worked with. He helped so many achieve their goals and better their lives. Ashton had such a kind soul. He would do anything for anyone even if it meant giving the shirt off his back. His heart was pure, and the world will not shine the same.

Ashton was preceded in death by his grandmas, Celestine Tomlinson and Vanita; niece, Darian; and brother-in-law, Steven.

He is survived by his children; Callista, Rayden, Avery, and Kilini; his parents, Ann and Gerald; his sister, Amber; and brother, Dant.