Ryan
Patrick
Harding
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Obituary
Ryan Patrick Harding, of Fort Wayne, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024. He was 32 years old. He was a loving son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew, and friend to so many, and was taken entirely too soon. Ryan was born April 29, 1992, and was raised in Fort Wayne. He is the son of Randy and Cathy Harding of Fort Wayne. He is survived by his parents and his brother, Michael (Sarah) Harding of Bloomington, Indiana; sister, Rachel Harding of Fort Wayne; niece Maren and nephew Nolan; aunts, uncles, cousins, and so very many friends. He was a graduate of St. John the Baptist Catholic School in Fort Wayne and South Side High School. Ryan’s first word was “ball.” He was a gifted athlete from a young age and sports were a major part of his life. Soccer was his main passion and he played competitively and for fun throughout his life. He met many of his lifelong friends through playing the game he loved. Ryan also played football, rugby, and basketball, and was an avid fan of just about any sport. He was kicker for the South Side football team, and among his many soccer accomplishments was a Sectional championship for South Side his senior year. Ryan was affectionately known as “Lechero” to many of his friends, most of whom were essentially family. He enjoyed Latino and Hispanic music and culture. He loved to share in the joy and celebrations of others, at births, baptisms, quinces, graduations, and weddings. He was always there for the people he loved and was fiercely loyal to them. There is so much Ryan did not get a chance to do in a life cut tragically short. He would have made a wonderful husband and father. But he connected with and touched the lives of so many in his short time. He will be dearly missed. Funeral service will be held 12:00pm, Saturday June 22, 2024, with visitation one hour prior to the service at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne. Visitation also will be 4:00 – 8:00 pm Friday June 21, 2024, at Divine Mercy Funeral Home.
Services
Funeral Service
— 12:00PM
Divine Mercy Funeral Home
3500 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Visitation
— 11:00AM
Divine Mercy Funeral Home
3500 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Visitation
— 4:00PM to 8:00PM
Divine Mercy Funeral Home
3500 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Donations
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Ryan to the Center for Nonviolence in Fort Wayne, International FC or to Fort Wayne Sport Club. To sign the online guest book, go to www.divinemercyfuneralhome.com
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Douglas Owen Iosbaker
June 18, 2024 4:37 pm
Randy, Cathy. I wish I had words to express what you two are going through. But I can only imagine the pain. My heart is with both of you
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Lenny French
June 18, 2024 6:03 pm
Way too soon. Peace be with you.
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Agustin, Rebecca, Maria and Kaitlyn Serratos
June 18, 2024 9:19 pm
We are so sorry for the loss of your dear son. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
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Kim (Krider)Lawrence
June 19, 2024 8:05 am
So sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.🙏🙏
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carolyn markowski
June 19, 2024 10:09 am
Cathy I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Pat Helmkamp
June 19, 2024 11:40 am
My heart is breaking for all of you. .
My deepest condolences.
Take care and may God help you through your grief.
🙏✝️🙏
I will be making a donation to the Fort Wayne Sport Club
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Jennifer Bryant
June 19, 2024 4:12 pm
My condolences to your family. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers
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Elise M Brandon
June 19, 2024 4:35 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. What a horrible tragedy. My prayers are with you as well as my love. Elise Brandon
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Elise M Brandon
June 19, 2024 4:36 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t even imagine it. My prayers are with you guys.
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Tony Reddington
June 19, 2024 6:33 pm
Randy,
I just heard yesterday about the loss of your Son.
There are no words on earth that could possibly ease the devastating pain your family is forced to deal with. Such a senseless act that changes so many lives. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Peace be with you!
T. Reddington
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Jay Woodward
June 19, 2024 11:05 pm
I have no words to help ease the deep pain. You are and will be in my prayers.
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Jay Woodward
June 20, 2024 6:31 am
I’m so sorry for the pain you’re going through. Please know that you’re in my thoughts and prayers.
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Rugby Indiana
June 20, 2024 9:52 am
On behalf of Rugby Indiana and its family of players, parents, coaches, referee, administrators, and volunteers, we offer our deepest sympathy.
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Cynthia Welling
June 20, 2024 2:23 pm
Randy, Cathy, Michael, Rachel…so shocked and saddened to hear this. Ryan was a great kid and this is so tragic. My heart goes out to you all. May he rest in peace.
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Kathryn Jost
June 20, 2024 2:32 pm
My sympathy and prayers for a life taken too soon. Wishing you and your family peace and comfort in the days to come.
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QCRFC
June 21, 2024 9:51 am
Peace to your family; we can’t imagine the pain
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Mark Shaw
June 21, 2024 10:16 am
Dear Cathy and Randy, I am so sorry for your tragic loss.. my prayers go out to you and your family in this time of sadness and grief. 🙏
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Shannon (Jamie) Fuchs
June 21, 2024 3:02 pm
Randy & Cathy, it is hard to imagine what you are going through. We have lost way too many of our young boys in our rugby family. As we know, Ryan has work to do and is why he was called home. May you rest some in knowing that and, you shall see him again.
From another mother praying for your family
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