Ryan P. Meredith, 31, of Gardners, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2013, at home. He was born on Jan. 11, 1982, in Clarksburg, WV, a son of William R. and Norma J. (Crooks) Meredith of Gardners and with whom he lived.

Ryan was a 2000 graduate of Carlisle High School and graduated from the former Computer Learning Center in Mechanicsburg. Ryan enjoyed playing baseball and had played for Carlisle High School, Mt. Holly Springs Legion and the Mt. Holly Springs twilight teams. He was a Life Scout with Boy Scout Troop 170, Mt. Holly. Ryan enjoyed hunting, fishing, skiing and rock climbing. He formerly attended Mt. Holly Springs United Methodist Church.

In addition to his parents, Ryan is survived by one son, Colton P. Meredith and one daughter, Evilyn M. Meredith, both of Shippensburg, one brother, Michael Meredith of Shippensburg, one sister, Jennifer Meredith at home, paternal grandmother, Constance Meredith of South Mountain, maternal grandparents; Norman and Grace Crooks of Allison Park and several uncles and cousins.

Services and burial will be private. Ewing Brothers Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Central PA Chapter, 2040 Linglestown Rd., Ste. 104, Harrisburg, PA 17110.