Kegan Thomas Obituary (2001 - 2025)

Kegan Robert Thomas, 24, of Cumming, GA, passed away on March 22, 2025, in a vehicular accident on Browns Bridge Rd. near the intersection of S. Smith Road. Born on March 12, 2001, in Royal Oak, MI, Kegan was the middle son of Robert Franklin Thomas IV and Sandi Lynn Thomas. Kegan attended Forsyth Central High School and graduated from Penn Foster High School in 2019. He continued to further his education through online classes at Colorado State University while working at UPS. He cherished spending time with his family and the love of his life, Ariyanna Richards, 22, who also passed away in the accident. Some of Kegan’s favorite pastimes included gaming, coding, live streaming, and creating music. He also found joy in nurturing his plants, caring for his fish, and playing with his dog, Jinx. Known for his humor, curiosity, and creative spirit, he left a lasting impression on everyone he met. Although Kegan is gone, he will live in our hearts forever. Remaining to cherish Kegan’s memory are parents, Robert and Sandi; brothers, Nicholas and Andrew; grandparents Robert and Louise Thomas; and the families of David Reid and Suzanne Ruby. Preceding Kegan in death are grandparents, James and Nancy Reid. A Celebration of Life will be held at GracePoint Church in Cumming, GA, on April 26, 2025. Visitation will take place from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., with services beginning at 3:00 p.m. Light refreshments will follow the service and conclude at 4:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you plant a flower, tree, or plant in Kegan’s memory, honoring his deep admiration for nature and plants. Kegan’s favorite plant is a Hibiscus.