June 26, 1975 ~ August 30, 2020
Born in: Hartford, KY
Resided in:
Hartford, KY
Ryan Clifton Sandefur age 45, of Hartford, Kentucky passed away Sunday, August 30, 2020 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born June 26, 1975 in Hartford, Kentucky the son of Clifton and Cindy (Ralph) Sandefur. Ryan worked in IT for 16 years. He attended Owensboro Community College, and graduated from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green in 1999.
Ryan loved anything UK basketball, spending time with his family especially his children, he was a people person and a long-time coach of softball, basketball and baseball.
Ryan is survived by his wife, Karen Sandefur of Hartford, his children, Evan, Caleb and Aubrey Sandefur all of Hartford, his parents, Clifton and Cindy Sandefur of Hartford, his twin brother, Chris Sandefur of Beaver Dam, his sister, Tiffany Burden (Ben) and their children Chandler, Caden, Cameron, and Camille Burden all of Beaver Dam, a niece, Sabrina Bautista, a nephew, Matthew Brown, two uncles, Jack Ralph (Joyce) of Owensboro, and James Ralph (Sorrretta) of Punta Gorda, FL, one aunt, Yvonne McGary (David) of Philpot and a sister-in-law, Hollie Brown (Adam) of Germany, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Carlis and Carol Ferguson; and numerous special cousins.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Marie Morris and Homer Ralph, and his paternal grandparents, Clifford and Elsie Sandefur.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2020 at Miller Schapmire Funeral Home in Hartford with Bro. Scott Parker officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Hartford. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until service time Friday at the funeral home.
All those who wish to honor and remember Ryan in person at the visitation or funeral are required to wear a mask while inside the funeral home.
Miller-Schapmire Funeral Home is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Sandefur. Leave your message of condolence for the family of Ryan Clifton Sandefur and sign his virtual guestbook at www.millerschapmire.com.
Services
Visitation: September 4, 2020 10:00 am - September 4, 2020 2:00 pm
Miller - Schapmire Funeral Home
114 West Walnut Street P.O. Box 166
Hartford, KY 42347
https://millerschapmire.com/
Service: September 4, 2020 2:00 pm
Miller - Schapmire Funeral Home
114 West Walnut Street P.O. Box 166
Hartford, KY 42347
https://millerschapmire.com/
I am so very sorry for your loss. Praying for God to give you comfort
Sorry for your loss Prayers be with you and family
Prayers for comfort for the entire family.
RIP Ryan and Fly High – you will be so missed.
I am so sorry for your loss. Lifting up Ryan’s family and close friends in my prayers. Ryan was a wonderful man who loved to talk about his family that he loved so much. Praying for strength and understanding that only God can give you all as you mourn this loss to earth but heavens gain. He will be missed by many.
So sorry Clifton and Cindy for the loss of your child may God be with your family in this time of your loss my prayers are with you all
Clifton a d Cindy and family!! So verysorry to hear about this! Will be praying for you all.
Sorry for your loss, such a nice young man.. God be with you all during this time..
Brenda Lindsey Rock
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sandefur family.
RIP Ryan, prayers for the family
Clifton and Cindy, I can’t imagine what you are going thru. I’m so so sorry.
Jan Stone
Becki
Sincere sympathy to the entire family. Clifton and Cindy I can’t imagine your pain. Karen and children I lift you in prayer for peace comfort.
Too soon is all that’s coming to mind. Good man…. was one Ryan Sandefur love for family and friends alike and well, Miss Karen and your three kids, my heart is with you and y’all will be on all our minds here at home.
Love to You Griswalds —- you and yours, too
My heart goes out to you Karen. Prayers for you and the kids. May God help you all find some peace and comfort knowing how many people care.
Karen, please know we are praying for you and the kids.
Ryan was an amazing man.
So sorry your loss
I am so sorry for you Clifton & Cindy and Ryan’s wife & children. Praying for you all now and the days to come. I have only heard what a great husband & dad he was! You’re in my thoughts & especially prayers! Sincerely, Greg, Pixie & Lindsey Graham
So sad to hear about Ryan’s passing. I had him the first year I taught at OCMS. I’m praying for all his family.
Jim Midkiff
This is gay Elmore. We went to school together❤
Class of 94. This breaks my heart….prayers for the family.
May you Rest In Peace Ryan. You were always a great friend growing up. I will always remember competing against You and Chris is baseball and basketball. Godspeed brother
Beaver Dam, KY
Ryan was a very friendly and nice person.
Rest In Peace Ryan
Prayers for all…
I am so sorry and prayers for all family.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family 🙏🙏🙏
Our deepest sympathy & love to all, from the Spinks’
Our hearts go out to your family, you are definitely in our thoughts and prayers ❤️
I am deeply sorry for the pain you must feel from losing Ryan. May Jesus bless you and give you his peace and strength. I went to school and worked with Ryan. He was always a kind and gentle person and seemed to really love his wife and kids.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Blessings…Mary
Prayers and thoughts of sympathy to Ryan’s family and friends. In my interactions with Ryan, albeit limited, I could easily witness and appreciate his passion for people, especially his children. May memories provide comfort and peace to each of you.
Clifton and Cindy I’m so sorry to hear this. I think about you often and will pray for strength and comfort for you and your family. I know how hard it is to lose a son and will be thinking about you.❤️
I worked with Ryan for several years and he was a true gentleman, always kind and so very smart. My sincere condolences to his family. Lila Lassiter
Karen, Caleb, Evan and Aubrey:
I’m so sorry for your loss. Ryan was a good guy. If I can do anything please let me know. Praying for y’all.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
I am so very sorry for your loss
Caleb, please be assured of my prayers and those of the Brescia University community.
Sister Pam Mueller, OSU –Campus Ministry
Caleb and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. May God give each of you the courage, strength and peace you need.
Sister Barbara Jean Head, OSU Brescia University
Thinking of you all. Especially Aubrey, Karen, Caleb and Evan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this horrible, difficult, time.
I am truly sorry for the loss of your father. My heart grieves with you.
Darlene Runyon, ET
Brescia University
Ryan was a great guy, coworker, and friend. He will be missed.
Prayers for the whole family. Ryan was such a genuine person. He will be missed. Our only consolation is knowing we will see him again someday praising God with the Saints and angels.