Ryan James Stewart, 27, of Derry, NH, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2016 in Florida.

He was born January 9, 1989, to James R. Stewart II and Jo-Anne C. McGondel. Ryan graduated from Pinkerton Academy in 2007, attended Bridgton Academy in 2008 and graced Keene State College with his presence in 2009.

Ryan was a fun loving, energetic and sociable person. He was the youngest of 3 children. Gifted with athletic talent and good looks he was a stud on and off the lacrosse field. He walked with confidence everywhere he went and touched the lives of each person he spoke with. Ryan had the most beautiful blue eyes and always had a fresh cut. His laugh was contagious and he had a smirk that could sell you on anything. His sarcasm was always spot on, even if it was hard to take. Most of all Ryan was loved by the people in his life. His loss will never be replaced but his memory and legacy will live on and be cherished always.

Ryan is survived by his parents, James R. Stewart II and Jo-Anne C. McGondel; his brother James R. Stewart III and wife Erika Stewart and children Kendall and Weston of Salem NH; his Sister Tara Darak and her Husband Beau Darak of Kensington, NH;  His Aunt and Uncle Kathleen and Michael Walsh their son and daughter Michael and Kellie Walsh; his girlfriend/love of his life Julia LaMarca of Groveland MA; his grandfather James R. Stewart Sr. of Burlington MA; and Aunt and Uncle Karen Cirrone and Thomas Cirrone of Burlington, MA.

Predeceased by, Kathleen and John F. McGondel and Patricia Stewart.

           Goodbye Ry Guy or Stew we love you and miss you but we will see you again.

In lieu of flowers the family has set up a lacrosse scholarship fund at Pinkerton Academy. Memorial contributions may be sent directly to the Ryan James Stewart Lacrosse Fund, Enterprise Bank, 47 Crystal Avenue, Derry, NH 03038, or donations may be sent to the funeral home or the family. Family and friends are invited to calling hours on Tuesday October 11, 2016 from 4pm to 7pm at The Goundrey & Dewhirst Funeral Home, 42 Main Street, Salem, NH. A Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday October 12 at 10:30 am in St Joseph Church, 40 Main Street, Salem, NH. To send an online condolence, please visit www.goundreydewhirstfuneral.com

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