Famous Graves - The Gravesite of AIDS Activist Ryan White

[@pennyboynton2491]

I remember when he died and I watched the funeral. It was so sad made me cry. Ryan was a hero and should never be forgotten. He done so much for the AIDS awareness and everything that has happened since then regarding AIDS is due to him.

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for this comment.

[@keylagaribay1305]

Gracias a el por qué estás loco de la cabeza

[@keylagaribay1305]

​@@Whittdocsya nadie se acuerda de ese wey. Ta loco igual que tú

[@pamott1809]

I remember this in the news back in the day. I remember how he was treated and how unfair some folks were. Hard to believe he would be 50 now. RIP Ryan.

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for the comment.

[@dorotheawalker7985]

My brother had heart surgery and got a blood transfusion and donor had aids. Sad way my brother was treated by his church and by Veterans Hospital made me sick. When he died men in hasmack suits came in and took his body they even took his trailer and burned it we wasn't allowed to get family items from it.

[@Whittdocs]

I’m so sorry to hear that. That’s so awful.

[@karenvecchio2229]

Sorry for your lose ,& how your family was treated.God Bless

[@chloewebb94]

I am so sorry they treated him so undignified 😢 no family should have to experience that

[@Rita-yw2tn]

I remember this story it was so sad and was treated so bad .

[@Whittdocs]

I agree. Thanks so much for watching.

[@Stingray4]

Thanks for sharing this video. I visited his grave about 10 years ago. IT was a nice area. Sad story.

[@Whittdocs]

I appreciate your comment. Thanks so much. I’m glad I was able to visit.

[@1814DREADYHEAD]

🙏 Rip. Your story and legacy will live on forever. For now continue on your journey. 😢

[@jillhuddle7379]

I remember his funeral when Elton John was there...i followed his story...😢 just sad

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks for sharing that with us.

[@lindagibson9528]

He was for sure...A Kid Of Courage! I remember Praying for him and his family and it so broke my heart when he passed. Thank you for sharing this...May God Bless You

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks for such a wonderful comment.

[@elizabethgirard5408]

Rest in peace, Ryan White. It's so sad and gone too soon. Thanks for posting this wonderful video.

[@lindak1965]

I remember his story & it brought me to tears

[@Whittdocs]

It was so sad.

[@twanahess5838]

I remember Ryan and his story. It was so sad.

[@Whittdocs]

It truly was. Thanks for commenting.

[@Nikki87670]

I rememder this story. Its very personal to me cuz my mom died the exact same way. In 1984 or 1985 ( sorry I'm not sure on which year it was) she had to get a blood transfusion & contracted HIV which later turned into AIDS the sad part is that it happens more common then we think and she passed away back in 95. This damn disease pisses me the hell off cuz it took my mother & alot of people. I know one day someone's gonna find a cure for this terrible illness we just have to be hopeful & patient. RIP to my mom & everyone who losed their lives to this terrible disease 🙏🕯✝️

[@TexanforHarrisWalz]

I remember Ryan White and all of the news stories back then. I was just 2 years older than him and I can recall the adults of his community being unbelievably cruel to such a young boy. What he went through was just horrible. I'm glad in his final days he had love, compassion and angels all around him. RIP Ryan White.

[@jo-annbercier6546]

Very nicely done. Very respectful. Thank you for this video.

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you for watching! I appreciate your kind words.

[@angelinabutler921]

Beautiful I still cry like a big baby continue to Rip Angel

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for this comment.

[@UWTEXAN43]

Another home run my friend...a tragic story of a young man..but it turned into triumph as research finds more ways to fight thus deadly disease..He and I have the same birthday..Dec 6th R I P Ryan...

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for sharing that. I appreciate your comment.

[@jeanaesamuel47]

This is so sweet and sad. He was brave right to the very end.🙏🙏💙💙

[@rosemariemckinley7326]

That child was treated so horrible. Much love Ryan. 💘Rip sweetie. You changed the world

[@Whittdocs]

Such a great comment. Thank you.

[@cynthiacronin2794]

I remember this. Innocent victim. Sad. So Young.

[@Whittdocs]

I appreciate your comment.

[@angieburnett4341]

I've been in Indiana my entire life, & was in high school when he passed. I was so upset. I had been following his story since it first hit the news & always wanted to meet him. Me & a friend of mine almost skipped school that day to attend the funeral! If memory serves correctly his headstone is 6 ft tall because he always wanted to be tall, & Max Headroom's Matt Fewer paid for his headstone. Last I knew the Children's museum in Indy had an exhibit of his bedroom, I definitely enjoyed it more than my kids. I still have his books & news clips, I'll never forget all I learned from him. He was wise & graceful beyond his years. I was glad I got to visit his grave several years ago, I would like to again sometime. Thank you for your videos, they're so well done & relaxing! God Bless you 💕💕

[@Whittdocs]

This is such a great comment. Thank you so much for sharing it. I appreciate your kind words.

[@angieburnett4341]

@@Whittdocs Aww, thank you! My pleasure 😊

[@seanwebb605]

The Power of Children. The exhibit honours Ruby Bridges, Anne Frank and Ryan White. The portion dedicated to Ryan includes items from his room in Cicero as they were when he died. (Some items were copies and additional items remain in storage and are brought up for display from time to time). It also includes one of Greg Louganis' Olympic Gold Medals. Elton John funds a program to bring Jeanne White-Ginder to the exhibit to present a talk and meet visitors several times a year. The gravestone was vandalized several times by locals.

[@janetleishman3776]

Sweet and blessed soul. Thank you Elton for all the compassion and help given to him and his family

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for the comment.

[@stephenogley9655]

wow i can remember his story being on the news here in UK and the Funeral as well, although you have shared this video and its snowing, its sad but the grave really stands out beautiful in all ways from across the pond in UK

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much, Stephen.

[@beckybradford2718]

Wow! You took me back in time. I remember the controversy and publicity Ryan endured. That's a beautiful monument. Thanks for taking us along with ya!!!

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks once again.

[@alisondestefano1907]

Ryan white was an inspiration to all. I am sorry for Your loss and may God bless You and your family with angel wings. He definitely I is a superhero bro.

[@Whittdocs]

Such a wonderful comment.

[@kellark]

Wasnt really aware of Ryans story , so thanks for telling it! Congrats on 16k subs!

[@Whittdocs]

I greatly appreciate that. Thank you Ken.

[@cridgeway666]

I remember this & also remember that it was the first time Sir Elton John changed the lyrics to the song Candle in the Wind. The only other time was to honor Princess Diana, when she passed

[@Whittdocs]

I didn’t realize that. Thanks for sharing.

[@yvonne5074]

I seen the film based on Ryan's story what a inspirational young man he was and should never be forgotten ❤💜

[@Whittdocs]

Yea he should never be forgotten.

[@louiseturner9811]

I will always remember Ryan.♥️♥️

[@fazapops]

Thanks for posting this.

[@Whittdocs]

You’re very welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@juliapatricia6223]

A wonderful soul. An example of courage and grace.

[@Whittdocs]

I fully agree. Thank you.

[@davidmckinney6577]

Hello buddy I remember hearing about him on television years ago and I remember watching his funeral on television.. very good heartfelt vlog my friend..may God bless Ryan white soul rest in peace 🙏 my friend

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks David for such a kind comment.

[@crysb5099]

Goodness, I remember watching this over and over as a kid, and even in school. Poor family went through so much! Amazing kid

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks for the comment.

[@lendavoice60]

Rest in eternal peace sweet Ryan🌷🦋❤️❤️🦋🌷

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you for such a kind comment.

[@halriggs4407]

That poor kid rest in peace ryan

[@Whittdocs]

I agree. Thanks for this comment.

[@MsSusieq1960]

So sad, I remember that it was amazing how people rallied around him

[@Whittdocs]

Yes. Thankfully he had people step up to support him.

[@davidmisgavich3961]

He still is extremely inspirational. May he Rest In Peace

[@Whittdocs]

He truly is. Thank you for this.

[@dsinavich5141]

Hi ! I remember this young guy . So sad he passed so young . A very respectfully done vlog . Thanks for all your great work. Take care. Deborah.... Canada

[@Whittdocs]

I really appreciate that. Thank you so much for this comment.

[@margieostrander4637]

I remember his story and saw the movie about his life rest in peace Ryan you're an angel great video thank you for telling Ryan's story

[@Carolbearce]

So sad for this young boy and his family.

[@Whittdocs]

I agree. Very sad.

[@VVV953]

Don't know if this is true or not, but I read something about his grave being vandalized over the years, if that happened .....that's pretty messed up ...... his resting place should be protected 24/7, and to those who harassed Ryan, I hope Karma comes back on them

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you for this comment.

[@davidwaterhouse1181]

Me must still remember Hiv and AIDS is , still here.The fight for a cure still goes on.Lets remember Ryan White through love, respect and dignity.

[@Moonwalker0000]

Rip Ryan I still think about you often when I listen to man in the mirror it reminds me of you I ❤ you Ryan!

[@veronicakennedy5269]

God bless you sweetheart forever in my heart &soul never to depart I love you 🤗❤😇

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks for this comment.

[@caitlynmarie557]

RIP sweet Angel Ryan. I heard about Ryan from being a fan of Michael Jackson. The car that Michael gave Ryan had a tape in it of one of Michael's songs. I'm just glad that Ryan was able to have a sense of comfort in music before he passed.

[@Whittdocs]

I appreciate this comment.

[@louiseturner9811]

Rest in peace Ryan. Gone to soon.♥️♥️♥️

[@marcieconant5559]

Chris, Did you ever get the opportunity to see the AIDS quilt? That's a sobering experience...heartbreaking.

[@Whittdocs]

I never have. I would like to though.

[@marcieconant5559]

Bring a lot of tissues with you if you do. It's a heartbreaking experience.

[@ruthietoothie68]

Beautiful I remember Ryan White story so sad.

[@Whittdocs]

It sure was. Thanks for watching.

[@TheBohemiansWife]

I remember this. That poor kid and his family. 💔

[@Whittdocs]

Yes definitely. Thanks for the comment.

[@lindagreen1105]

This young man was two years younger than my only son and my heart went out to him and his family. I always wondered why they did not have enough sense to test blood being given to people. No one wanted blood back then. With all the safety precautions hospitals have back then they would just give you blood not knowing if it was good or bad.

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for your comment.

[@lindagreen1105]

@@Whittdocs You are very welcome. Love your channel.

[@JYERENA]

Great video

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you!

[@eddie451]

Good Video Chris I Can Tell You Have Good Heart Wish I Could Met Ryan And Shook His Hand RIP Buddy

[@sandrapower3250]

Remember hearing about Ryan so sad 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 there still treating people like Ryan today shame on them

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you for this comment.

[@KDaynes43]

I remember all the media coverage of Ryan's fight. He was a courageous young man.

[@Whittdocs]

He sure was. Thank you for the comment.

[@benhauge3441]

I came Out as Gay At School in 7th Grade 1990. I remember the Ryan White story very well I followed it Closely I wish I could have been his friend. His Compassion, Acceptance of the LGBTQ Community really touched my heart. He never Blamed anyone for his condition. I learned about AIDS from Ryan so he saved my life in a way. I Listen to talks by Ryans Mom just like I Listen to Matthew Shepards Mom when she gives Talks and Q & A’s As Matthew Shepard is close to my age as is Ryan

[@judybaackebrewer61]

I remember this case Rest In Peace Ryan we miss you 💗❤️

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you for this kind comment.

[@bakerdaniels003]

The world still misses Ryan White; always will.

[@Whittdocs]

I appreciate this comment.

[@rezaardiansyah9144]

Good morning sir, nice video and nice place to rest in forever.. 👍

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for watching.

[@johnf4022]

Nice video paying respects to the kid of courage sad how he was treated by the ignorant

[@Whittdocs]

I appreciate your comment

[@ericmangels4917]

I followed his story alot,and i hve the hardback edition of his story that was in his own words til he unfortunately passed away. I wrote to Ryan a long time ago and got a little note from him along with a picture that he autographed on the back. I unfortunately either lost the note that said thanks for writing and caring or i accidentally threw it away,but i still hve the picture and i hve a copy of the letter i wrote to him that of course he did receive and read. Ryan had a huge positive impact on my life and he still does ! I wrote to him twice but this time he didnt write back which i understand. I wish i could hve met him too ! While some out there may not hve nice things to say about Ryan i hve nothing but nice things to say about him ! He wss great kid a very brave boy who touched and positively impacted all of other lives ! When the anniversary of his death rolls around i pay tribute to him and if i forget i do so soon afterwards afterwards,and one time i believe he came to me,with a smile on his face and said thank you. I too saw the tv movie and i thought it wss great ! That wht Ryan wss ...great ! Who unfortunately had his life cut short due to Aids.He helped us all understand a disease that we werent familar with and knew very little about,and thanks to him advances in treating this disease hve been made, and through him we gained alot of acknowlwdge about it. Those people in the town of Kokomo were wrong with the way they treated him,Ciceiro Indiana embraced him ! I embrace him too ! May his legacy live on forever ! Amen ! 🙏

[@horrorfanrikki8038]

What a Horrible life to live!!..It was the saddest story I ever heard when I was in college!!..May Ryan Rest In Peace!! 🙏

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you for that comment.

[@nancyphillips7558]

I remember this. So sad. No one knew much about Aids back then.

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you for watching.

[@TheLanise]

Very good movie but heartbreaking great video

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much.

[@hodad123]

Hope all is well with you , miss seeing your videos

[@Whittdocs]

New video coming tonight or tomorrow! Thank you.

[@joannewinter7879]

Ryan you had so much courage ❤🙏 RIP Young man 🙏🌝

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you for that.

[@perijetton9275]

He was a wonderful kid 🥰

[@Whittdocs]

I fully agree. Thanks for the comment.

[@theresalacey6126]

Poor baby. I hope he's RIP.

[@Whittdocs]

So do I. Thank you for watching.

[@Mehdi-mj5uu]

Rip Ryan white 1971_1990

[@gregoryschafer671]

Thank you for showing this video tribute of young Mr. White. God Bless Him Forever and Always. Thanks for what you are doing too sir.

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much. I appreciate that.

[@jackiewarren2002]

I remember this very well 🥲❤️

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you for watching. I appreciate it.

[@lisaheberling5922]

The poor innocent child went through torturous hell with these crazy people thinking he was gay which is absolutely insane and I think all the people that harassed him and his family need to apologize to his mother and his sister and hopefully they realize now what they did

[@edaguila1975]

Ignorance is still happening ritenow in the 23rd century both work place and school place...even I was a Victim of work place discrimination

[@YusukeKnight]

RIP Ryan White

[@OliviaLaferriere]

I wasn't born yet when Ryan died at age 18 before he can graduate from High School 😢

[@debbieblaylock9997]

I remember this story it was so sad

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@BobbyWhales]

GOD USED RYAN WHITE TO BRING AWARENESS TO THIS DEADLY DISEASE AND HE DID THANK YOU RYAN WHITE FOR YOUR SERVICE EVEN THOUGH YOU WERE TREATED UNFAIRLY GOD WAS WITH YOU EVERY STEP THE WAY I SALUTE YOU.

[@johnpeddicord4932]

Remember that era well 👍👍👍

[@seanwebb605]

Kind of mailed it in with disjointed Wikipedia search.

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks for watching!

[@mylisa7547]

You should visit the grave of Glen Campbell in Delight Arkansas in the Campbell family cemetery he was known for his song rhinestone cowboy

[@Whittdocs]

I would absolutely love to.

[@REMIGIOLIMBO]

I REMEMBERED RYAN WHITE.

[@seanwebb605]

It's not really a quote from Elton John. They are lyrics from his song. A song he performed at Ryan's funeral.

[@Whittdocs]

Yes. It sure was. Thanks for pointing that out to us.

[@matthewwhitt9398]

The Ryan White Act is one of the first cases that is taught in paramedic and nursing legal class.

[@Whittdocs]

That’s neat. Did not know that.

[@seanwebb605]

The Ryan White Act is funding for HIV/AIDS treatment. It wasn't a legal case.

[@matthewwhitt9398]

@@seanwebb605 it is a legal case for notification. The act also incorporates a funding aspect but the bulk of the legislation deals with notifications due to exposures of communicable diseases. Besides, any congressional act has to be legal. The difference is either criminal, civil or administrative law but regardless, all legislation proclamations, acts, bills and so forth must go through due process therefore it’s a component of most professional legal classes.

[@seanwebb605]

@@matthewwhitt9398 Nonsense.

[@seanwebb605]

@@matthewwhitt9398 It was a funding bill. It wasn't a legal case.

[@beverlyrabinowitz7199]

Sad

[@Whittdocs]

Yes it sure was.

[@ravensbrood3544]

It was disgraceful, as if it wasn't bad enough that this poor lad contracted a deadly disease through no fault of his own, he was treated like a societal pariah. For Shame.😟 RIP Ryan.

[@Whittdocs]

I agree with your statement. Thank you.

[@seanwebb605]

He never made the distinction between "innocent victim" infected by no fault of his own and others who suffered from AIDS. He argued that the distinction didn't matter that much in terms of how the person was treated.

[@xavierlastra7124]

Today would have fifty years old......Rip

[@Whittdocs]

So very sad.

[@Mrswhitt_to_you]

❤️

[@Whittdocs]

You’re the best.

[@WECOOK1969]

🌹

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you!

[@edaguila1975]

I myself am A Person Living with HIV And I am Very Respect this Man Ryan White He Fought on what He Believe that Ryan White and The Rest Of Us People Living With HIV are All Victims of People who does not know Anything about the Decease Stigma... I got my HIV from my Former GF i am saying this because Contrary to the Belief that you can Only Get this form GAY men i myself got this from unprotected sex .... Rest In Peace Ryan

[@Whittdocs]

I truly appreciate you sharing this. Thank you.

[@benhauge3441]

The Last song Ryan Ever Listened too was Man in the Mirror By Michael Jackson

[@jrw5831]

As a gay male, this breaks my heart. Ryan has a beautiful monument

[@Whittdocs]

I appreciate your comment. Thanks for watching.

[@patriciamontagne1470]

👼

[@justjessi5667]

If you went to IPS schools, you remember the Ryan White story. He died when I was in kindergarten. We learned about him so often. Ryan, you MURDERED the stigma and you're a hero to most kids that grew up in Indiana! 🤍 rest with Love Ryan!

[@carolvillines7616]

Resting in heavens light,love and peace!

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for the comment.

[@patriciamontagne1470]

That is why Ryan White chose to be buried there.

[@seanwebb605]

Grave was vandalized several times.

[@jonstone5668]

Give killed my left eye

[@Whittdocs]

I’m so sorry to hear.

[@jonstone5668]

@@Whittdocs poor ryan had no medicine neither did Liberace Sylvester or Freddy mercury!

[@seanwebb605]

@@jonstone5668 That's not accurate. He only survived as long as he did because he was treated for the various opportunistic infections by a dedicated physician and was provided with AZT.

[@beverlyrabinowitz7199]

It was so saf

[@paulatenney6494]

Nice

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks for watching.

[@lynettebeckles9842]

Michael Jackson's full quote was not read. ... "Gonna make a difference gonna make it right. Friends forever. Michael Jackson"

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you for sharing.

[@norajazzypoppy9043]

So sad 😔 Michael Jackson was there for Ryan white and his family 🙏🕯️ Gone too soon 🙏🕯️

[@Whittdocs]

I appreciate your comment.

[@neitajames6029]

Yes I remember well. Blood was not checked as it is today. Sad he was treated that way. He was a innocent child. Lot ignorance in the 80s about hiv and aids. People fear the unknown. Even today there's still some myths about hiv and aids. This young man was Brave. He went through so much. The love and support he got from big name celebrities was a blessing. The movie helped some. But it was still very little info on Aids and HIV.in 1983 it was whispers at the hospital. That's when the gloves came out. I know because I'd walked through some tall grass and broke out in a rash.very painful. My dr didn't know but he was just a Gp. I ended up in the hospital. I got treated like a leper. The whispers. Like I could not hear. They put me in a room away from everybody. I was young, all I know was they let me lay there in pain, they didn't even try to treat or help me. My feelings were hurt. I remember falling. One Dr came in and he raised Cain and able. Told them all they should be ashamed for treating me like that. My Hero. Apparently I'd walked through something I was allergic too. They did test. Took biopsies because they turned to bumps. It did have a name. They could did that in the beginning. My father had good insurance. I was not yet a adult. I got treated, it was not contagious. I was just so ashamed the way I was treated. Like I had did something wrong. I got good Dr. Got the help I needed. So I can imagine how Ryan felt. I cried for Ryan, I also cried when he passed. Thank you for visiting his final resting place.👍💯💜✌🙏🦋🌠🌻🌷🧘‍♀️🙏. Love,respect and positivity always. Neita james.

[@Whittdocs]

Thank you so much for this heartfelt comment.

[@jonstone5668]

It sucks!

[@Whittdocs]

Such a sad story.

[@misterjared4806]

Why Did: Ryan White Die?

[@Whittdocs]

Thanks for watching.

[@seanwebb605]

HIV/AIDS. Infected from tainted Factor 8 used to treat Hemophilia.