Mr. Andrew Keith Ryals, 38, of Winona, passed away Monday, June 10, 2024 in Noxubee County.  He was born January 9, 1986 in Grenada to Billy Wayne and Gaylan King Ryals.  Andrew graduated from Kirk Academy in 2004 and was the Salutatorian of his class.  He later earned a degree in Biology from the University of Mississippi and ultimately achieved his goal of becoming a physical therapist earning his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Mississippi Medical Center.  Andrew immersed himself in his work and took great pride in caring for his patients.  In his spare time, he enjoyed kayaking, fishing, hunting and spending time with his family.  Of all the titles he held, "Uncle" was his favorite as he was overjoyed every time he got to spoil his nephew, Brent.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Thursday, June 13, 2024 at McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada with Rev. Jerry McNeer officiating.  Interment will follow in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery near Duck Hill.  The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until service time Thursday at McKibben and Guinn.

Survivors include his parents, Billy and Gaylan Ryals of Winona; twin brother, Lance Ryals(Becky) of Laurel; grandmother, Betty King of Grenada; nephews, Brent Ryals and Kaden Valentine; niece, Landree Valentine; his faithful dog Scout and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.

He is preceded in death by grandparents, Lee A. King, Bobby Ryals and Ned and Tina Blaylock.

Aric King, Frank King, Richard King, Lance Ryals, Ashley Sutherland and Joe Sutherland will honor Andrew by serving as pallbearers and carry him to rest in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.  Brent Ryals will honor his uncle by serving as an honorary pallbearer.

Memorials may be directed to the Friends of NMRC, 967 Regional Center Drive, Oxford, Mississippi 38655.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.mckibbenandguinn.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada, (662-307-2694).