Ryan T. Stafford, 40, of New Castle passed away Friday, May 16, 2025, in St. Elizabeth Hospital, Youngstown, OH.

Ryan was born November 10, 1984, in New Castle, a son of Ronald J. Stafford and JoAnn Bobosky. He was a 2003 graduate of Lawrence County Vo-Tech where he specialized in masonry.

Throughout his life, Ryan honed many skills which he used professionally and personally, especially within construction and the culinary arts.

An outdoorsman, he loved keeping fish in his many aquariums and exploring nature. Ryan also enjoyed cooking for family and friends during holidays and their many gatherings.

In addition to his mother and father, Ryan is survived by five children, Ryan, Hayden, Rylynn, Ryley and Rylisa; a step-daughter, Aryanna; his beloved companion, Haley; three brothers, Ronny, Nicholas, and Brandon; four sisters, Leah, Bree, Taylor and Brooke; his former partner, Nicole; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Per his wishes, a private service was held amongst family.