Ryan Keith Stern

Ryan Keith Stern, 17, of Goose Creek SC, passed away on June 26, 2023.

Born on December 7, 2005 in Charleston, SC, he was the son of Amy Demuth Stern and Travis Stern. 

Ryan was an avid powerlifter, loved to cook, and had a big heart for animals. He was hardworking, dedicated, and determined. He could always make you laugh and was always willing to help others.

Ryan is survived by his mother, Amy Stern; father, Travis Stern; brother, Logan Stern; grandmother, Jean Lewis; grandfather, Otto Demuth and Grandma, Bonnie Demuth.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 2, 2023, from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home Goose Creek, one hour before the service. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM at the funeral home.

The burial will follow at Whispering Pines Memorial Gardens, 3044 Old Highway 52, Moncks Corner, SC 29461.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Berkeley Animal Center, 131 Central Berkeley Drive, Moncks Corner, SC 29461, https://animalcenter.berkeleycountysc.gov/donation/.

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at mcalister-smith.com.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, 869 St James Ave, Goose Creek, SC 29445, 843-553-1511.