Ryan James Elliott

Ryan James Elliott, 17, a student, left this earthly life to be with Jesus on Saturday, January 17, 2004. He leaves behind many friends and family who loved him dearly. Funeral: 2p.m. Wednesday at Calvary Chapel of Fort Worth, 5617 Diamond Oaks Dr. S., Haltom City, TX 76117. Burial: Azleland Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at White's Azle Funeral Home. Ryan was born in Azle and lived here his entire life. He attended both private and public schools in Fort Worth and Azle. He enjoyed many interests, including karate, band, anything to do with cars, camping, fishing and swimming which he learned at an early age. He was very gifted with anything electronic. Ryan was a 2002-2003 member of the Who's Who Among American High School Students. His life long dream was to enter the medical profession. Though Ryan suffered through many problems his last few years, we rejoice in the fact that at age 13, he gave his life to Jesus Christ and was baptized at Calvary Chapel in Fort Worth. We thank God for giving Ryan to us to love and cherish for 17 years and we know we will see him again in God's presence. Survivors: Mother, Diane Roberson and stepdad, Waylon Roberson; father, Dennis Elliott and stepmom, Wanda Elliott; brothers, Alex Roberson, Justin Elliott, Josh Powell; grandparents, Danny and Paula Strange Roberson of Azle, Campbell and Gracie Strange of Reno, Nevada, Ann Jenkins of Weatherford, Dave Jenkins of Joshua; aunts, Susan Pingeon Attebery and husband Mark, Cindy Wei; uncle, Bob Pingeon; cousin, Jeremy Pingeon; numerous more cousins, aunts, uncles; and many, many friends who could always make him laugh. .