BEAVER DAM, Ky. — Ryan Scott Barksdale, 31, of Beaver Dam, was taken from us on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025, at 10:45 p.m. He was born in New Bern, North Carolina. He was raised and graduated from Ohio County High School in Hartford, Kentucky. He has lived in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, for the last 5 years.
Ryan enjoyed life and was full of smiles and laughter. He was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. He stayed working three jobs. He had a place in his heart for animals, especially turtles. He was passionate about basketball, music and his games. He loved the outdoors. He cherished his time with family, friends and never met a stranger. My baby boy, Ryan, was humble and kind to all. Let his smile shine through your sadness.
He is survived by his two sons, Jace and Hunter Barksdale, of Windsor, New York; his loving mother, Christina Barksdale (Michael Morrison), of Beaver Dam; his brother, Cory; and nephew, Landon Putnam, of Beaver Dam; and his loving grandmother, Janet Hodge, of Beaver Dam.
The family will be holding a Celebration of Life for Ryan Scott Barksdale on Sunday, Oct. 19, at 2 p.m. at Bevil Bros Funeral Home, 226 Louisville Road, Beaver Dam, Kentucky 42320.
Online messages of condolence may be sent to bevilbrosfuneralhomes.com.
