Ryan David Harris

Ryan David Harris, age 42 of Sacramento, California, passed away unexpectedly on December 14, 2023.
Ryan was born on March 13, 1981, to Thomas “Tom” Harris, Jr. and Lynda (Rosell) Harris. He moved to
Sacramento with his family after spending his childhood years in Holly, Michigan. He loved music and
movies, always ready with a film quote or a funny impression. A dedicated and loving son, brother, and
uncle, he was often described by those who knew him as “one of the nicest people they’d ever met.” His
kindness was particularly evident in the gentle way he treated children and animals. Ryan was deeply
loved throughout his life and will be so deeply missed.
He is survived by his mother, Lynda; brothers, Paul Harris and Matthew (Harris) Hagley; sister-in-law,
Ashley (Robison) Harris; brother-in-law, Simon Hagley; niece, Hailey Harris; nephew, Justin Harris; and
extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Tom; and brother, Nathan “Nate”
Harris.
Ryan will be laid to rest at Morgan Oaks Eternal Preserve in Lincoln, California.
In lieu of flowers, his family asks that any donations be made directly to St. Jude Children’s Research
Hospital, which Ryan strongly supported for their work with children with cancer and other life-
threatening diseases.