Remembering Rylan Reece with Love | Topeka News

A beloved 16-year-old football player and singer from Pawnee Heights High School, Rylan Reece, tragically passed away during practice last week. His funeral is set for August 26th at Valley Community Church in Burdett, KS, with visitation the day before. The church has launched a memorial fund to help his family — any extra donations will establish a future scholarship or fund in his name. Rylan was known for his faith, joyful spirit, love of nature, guitar playing, and powerful voice. Authorities confirmed no foul play is suspected, and an autopsy will be conducted privately. The community is rallying around the Tiger team, with schools encouraging students to wear their colors in honor of Rylan — his memory lives on through the laughter, music, and love he brought to everyone who knew him. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0ac533eb8a43eab7