Hayden D. Rybicki

Hayden D. Rybicki, 20 years of age of Crestview Hills, KY passed away early Saturday morning.  He was the loving son of Cherri McGuire and the late Dean Rybicki and dear brother of Lauren Okuma (Casey), Lacey Grady (Dustin) and his big brother Dean “D.J.” Rybicki.  He was also the loving grandson of Susan Brandhorst. Hayden is survived by many additional family members and far too many friends to list. 

Dearest Hayden, 

I cannot believe I am writing this letter to you. I would do anything in the world if I could see you face-to-face and tell you how I feel and how I have always felt about you. You were an unexpected gift from God. You were smart, witty, kind, so handsome, and the most loving human being I have ever met. You made me become a stronger and better person. You are my angel. I hope you know how much I love you; I cannot even put it into words. You left a lasting impression on anyone that was blessed to have had you in their life. I cannot believe I will never hear your voice again. I would give anything to just hear one more “Hello Mother” when you walked in the door or when I picked up a call from you. I would love to make you your favorite meatloaf. I would love to sing one more “Happy Birthday” to you so you can tell me how I’m singing it in the wrong tempo and then make me sing it over until I get it right.  There are so many other things to mention that were tragically taken from us!

I cannot believe this is really happening!  As I lay here, completely paralyzed, I feel like I’m being held under water, drowning. My heart hurts beyond belief. I would do anything to trade places with you. This just is not fair! You did not deserve this, neither did any of the other victims. My heart breaks for everyone involved. I can promise you I will do my very best to stay strong and work hard to pull myself together. I will strive every day to be the mother and support system for your brother and your sisters. I will fight for you until my dying day. 

Please look down and keep watch over us. I pray God is holding your hand. I will watch for signs from you every day. I love you so much and I am so broken, but I will try my very best to push forward. 

With all my love, 

Forever your mother