The heart of a hero

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02-27-2011, 10:13
newracer

The heart of a hero

I just wanted to share this story. This kid is basically my nephew, not by blood but my sister in law and brother in law took him in and let him stay at their house through high school and he has been considered a part of the family ever since.

http://www.postindependent.com/artic...ntProfile=1074
02-27-2011, 10:26
ronaldrwl

Best wishes and my admiration to a Mighty Bear.
02-27-2011, 10:56
Troublco

That is awesome. What a terrific story; and what a great attitude. He's the sort of young person that gives you hope for the future.
02-27-2011, 11:56
sniper7

I hope he recovers quickly! tell him thank you for his service and sacrifice and even though it may not seem like it at times, there are lots of us out there who truly appreciate it!
02-27-2011, 12:06
Mazin

Quote:

Originally Posted by sniper7

I hope he recovers quickly! tell him thank you for his service and sacrifice and even though it may not seem like it at times, there are lots of us out there who truly appreciate it!

+1
02-27-2011, 12:24
2008f450

Quote:

Originally Posted by sniper7

I hope he recovers quickly! tell him thank you for his service and sacrifice and even though it may not seem like it at times, there are lots of us out there who truly appreciate it!

+1 A big Thank You from me and mine
02-27-2011, 13:19
Big Wall

This is a great story! All my good thoughts are sent to him and his family.
02-27-2011, 15:07
Bailey Guns

Another straight up, genuine, Grade "A" American Hero. I'm simply in awe of Ryan and all of the others just like him who silently serve our country every day.

Thanks, Ryan, for helping to provide the freedoms that I enjoy.
02-27-2011, 16:02
StagLefty

Best wishes on a complete rehab and Thank You !! [Beer]
02-27-2011, 17:32
Aloha_Shooter

I was sorry to read your nephew lost his leg but Bravo Zulu for his courage and his attitude. We need more Americans like him.
02-27-2011, 21:02
newracer

I will forward him this thread so he can read all of your responses. I am amazed on how fast he is progressing with his recovery, unfortunately I think it is partially due to there being a lot of guys with this type of injury so they are very good at treatment.
02-27-2011, 22:08
Bailey Guns

Quote:

Originally Posted by newracer

I will forward him this thread so he can read all of your responses. I am amazed on how fast he is progressing with his recovery, unfortunately I think it is partially due to there being a lot of guys with this type of injury so they are very good at treatment.

You could be right. But every dark cloud has a silver lining.
02-28-2011, 11:16
Byte Stryke

God Bless and a Speedy Recovery
02-28-2011, 11:23
BigBear

+1. Amen. Sounds like a wonderful young man. Thank you for your service. Salute.
03-10-2011, 15:44
newracer

I sent Ryan a link to this thread. He thanks all of you for the support. He received his "running leg" today and is anxious to get out with it.
03-10-2011, 18:35
theGinsue

What an amazing young man. It sounds like he will be just fine with his positive attitude and his outstanding character.

I wish him the best of luck.
03-11-2011, 14:02
glenncal1

I will buy the beer if he comes to Denver for a visit.

Thank you young man. [Beer]
08-29-2012, 08:43
newracer

Update

Ryan is doing well. He is working at the US Open this week.

http://www.nydailynews.com/u-s-open-...6838?pmSlide=0
08-29-2012, 08:53
birddog

We need more people like him. Thanks for the story
08-29-2012, 08:55
DD977GM2

Thank him for his dedication and service to this Great Nation and providing me and my family with our freedoms [Marine]
08-29-2012, 09:13
Chad4000

wow.... Im sorry to hear this.. thank him for me too..
08-29-2012, 09:29
ChadAmberg

I know things will be tough, but that's a great story. Thanks for his service.
08-29-2012, 09:38
BPTactical

No words written or spoken can ever illustrate the respect and thanks to our vets.
[Beer]
08-29-2012, 22:42
fairrpe86

Wow, what an awesome story! I had no idea this had happened. Small world, I graduated from high school with his wife and wrestled with her younger brother for two years. Thanks for your service Ryan
08-30-2012, 08:15
MCarp71

Quote:

Originally Posted by sniper7

I hope he recovers quickly! tell him thank you for his service and sacrifice and even though it may not seem like it at times, there are lots of us out there who truly appreciate it!

+1, Thank you Brother!
08-30-2012, 20:51
newracer

some video from ESPN

http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=8314970
09-03-2015, 14:46
newracer

Another update on Ryan, he is at the US Open once again this year. He will be moving back to Colorado soon, going to be stationed at Fort Carson.

This is video of him messing around with the hosts of Fox and Friends showing them how to work the court.
http://insider.foxnews.com/2015/09/0...-again-us-open

Interview of him.
http://video.foxnews.com/v/445897972...#sp=show-clips
10-26-2018, 08:40
newracer

Another update. Ryan is doing well. Him and his family now live in UT and he is competing in archery in the Invictus Games.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1515...?ref=bookmarks
10-26-2018, 14:54
GilpinGuy

Awesome! Good luck to him!
10-26-2018, 15:26
Gman

Keep on keepin' on!
11-06-2020, 11:31
newracer

Another update. Ryan is still doing awesome and will be retiring soon. He is now also working with a couple of nonprofit groups. He is featured in this PSA.

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=401511194362742
11-06-2020, 15:38
Bailey Guns

There couldn't have been a better time for this update on Ryan's fantastic story. I appreciate everything this young man has done. Even now, with all the turmoil of the virus, social unrest, election issues, etc, he offers me hope and he doesn't even know it. Thanks for the update. I sincerely with Ryan the best in everything he does.