PITTSBURGH — People will gather to remember a little boy whose short life inspired people around the world.
Ryan Roberts died last Sunday of a congenital heart disease.
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Ryan's story touched thousands of people after his parents created a bucket list of things they wanted Ryan to experience.
Their message quickly spread on Facebook and it encouraged parents to appreciate every moment with their children.
A balloon launch in Ryan's honor is planned for Friday at the Texas Road House in Washington at 8:30 p.m. Guests will be able to write messages on red balloons and release them in memory of the little boy.
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