Obituary and Cause of Death for Rylan Schadegg

 Rylan Schadegg's Cause of Death and Obituary: We regret to inform you that Rylan died on Sunday night while doing what he loved best: running up mountains with unwavering joy and flying back down them with the same fearless vigor that characterized his life. Everyone around him was impressed by the boldness, fullness, and freedom with which he lived. "Live wild and die free" was not simply a phrase he used; it was the way he lived his life.

If you knew Rylan, you are aware that his life was influenced by his profound and steadfast faith in Jesus Christ, in addition to his love of adventure. His affection, competitive spirit, mentoring style, and way of life were all influenced by his beliefs. It was clear from the way he treated others, spoke the truth, and conducted himself—not for his own fame, but to show everyone he came into contact with the love of God.

Rylan was more than just a sportsman or an explorer. He was a friend, a mentor, a brother, and a son. A room may be illuminated by his smile. He stood out for his quiet strength and humility. With a rare competitive fire, he pushed himself, but he always carried it with love and grace. Whether on a trail, in a discussion, or in a straightforward online post, Rylan had a way of inspiring others to be better—not only faster or stronger, but also more dependable, grounded, and present.

Everyone who was fortunate enough to know him will miss him terribly. His passing leaves an unfillable void for anyone who prayed with him, ran with him, or participated in even a small portion of his journey. He completely devoted himself to his friendships, his training, and his relationship with Christ. He lived his faith freely and honestly; he did not merely talk about it.

We cling to what Rylan so eloquently believed and declared: that life is intended to be spent with joy, purpose, and most importantly, faith in something bigger than ourselves, despite this unfathomable loss. His example exhorts us to embrace the wild beauty of life, no matter how uncertain or difficult it may be, to love truly, to follow Jesus fervently, and to never waste a moment.

We request solitude and space while we grieve so that we can absorb this loss, sit with its weight, and start to imagine what life might be like without him. We appreciate your love, prayers, and understanding at this extremely trying time.

Your race is over, Rylan, and you did a great job. Every heart you touched will carry on your legacy of faith, joy, and unbridled freedom. You are always so cherished.