Ryan Paul McGauley, 31 of Gainesville, Texas passed away on June 26, 2025. He was born on October 24, 1993, to Shannon McGauley and Dayna Fortune in Dallas, Texas.
Ryan had an amazing sense of humor and could talk with anyone. He had the kindest heart, a lot of friends, knew a lot of people and always spoke his mind. Ryan was in training to be a Private Investigator, loved football and “Big Tree Podcast”, and loved wrestling.
Ryan is survived by his mother, Dayna Fortune; brother, Stefin McGauley; grandfathers, Murl Fortune and Andy McGauley as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. He was preceded in death by his father, Shannon McGauley and uncle, Shaun McGauley.
A celebration of life will be planned at a later date.
I will forever miss you cuz love you
I am going to so miss your laugh, your, humor your shy smile that made people think you were hiding a funny joke in your head. You had one of the biggest hearts. I love you and miss you.
Ryno I’m going to miss u much 💙
You were such a pleasure to be around. Even though I only knew you a short time, you were always so kind and thoughtful. You had a big heart and an amazing laugh! You will be missed by all your customers and work family.
Ryan when Anna told me of your passing, took my breath away. I miss you, didn’t know you but a few months. But it felt longer. Your knowledge of the world was great to listen too.may you rest in peace 🙏. Sheila
I miss ya so much
We would of had a ball tonight at work
This fourth is so quiet with out you
I’ll miss you and i am truly honored to have known you. I am grateful that I met you and to have been your friend
I miss u so much
This fourth is truly so quiet with out you
We would of had a ball tonight
Miss you man
Ryan I miss seeing u at work (Walmart). You always had a smile on your face. You loved to talk about work and anything that was on your mind. I will keep your family iny prayers. R.i.p.
I will miss you so much Ryan. You were always a great friend and I will forever cherish the memories we had since we were kids. Rest in Peace.
What a great gentleman to talk to when I came into the truck stop. We always had a great conversation between us. My condolences to the family. RIP my friend