He worked one summer at Maui Sift and Sport in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Has a younger sister, Andrea White, born on October 15, 1973.
Among the Indianapolis public schools that honored his memory were Warren
(Township) Central High and Stonybrook Middle School (East Marion County).
Devoted supporter Elton John visited him on his deathbed and even served as a pallbearer at Ryan's funeral. Elton later revealed in 2019 that White's death inspired him to get sober.
Parents are Wayne and Jeanne White-Ginder (divorced).