Ryan was raised in Natchez, Mississippi. He was born to Nolan and Faye Thomas.
Ryan graduated from USM with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, served in the US Army from July 2005 to July 2011 where he received speciality training as a Biomedical Technician. He then worked in his field at CAVH in Little Rock, AR from 2013 until his passing.
Ryan is survived by his wife, Nikki Thomas, and son, Tripp Thomas, of Bryant, AR. His mother, Faye Bazemore, also of Bryant, AR. Three brothers, Jason Thomas of Foley, AL, Kevin Thomas of Houston, TX, and Brian Bazemore of Atlanta, Georgia.
Ryan loved spending time with family and friends. His hobbies include traveling, hunting, and fishing. He was an avid outdoorsman and had an eclectic taste in books with his favorites ranging from science, space and astronomy all the way to Shakespeare. He also had a deep love of all music.
He touched each life he encountered with his “good vibes”, wonderful laugh, and infectious personality. Ryan Thomas will be incredibly missed by his family and friends.