Obituary

April L. Thomas-Ahmed, 50, of New Brighton, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Heritage Valley Beaver.

Born on October 22, 1975, in Rochester, PA, she was the daughter of Byrdell and Patricia (Reddinger) Thomas. April graduated from Rochester High School, and later went on to graduate from Bidwell Training School in Pittsburgh, Pa.

April was a devoted mother, daughter and sister. She was a devoted Christian, whose faith brought her solace and peace in every situation. April most recently attended, Life Way Ministries in Beaver Falls, Pa. She was a stay-at-home mother who found joy in helping children around the community. April was well known around her community for her open-door policy, where kids were always welcomed and loved in her home.  April loved her children fiercely and will be remembered and loved deeply.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Jaleel Ahmed; children, Alivia Thomas, Jamison, Mekhi, Joshua, and Zaven Thomas-Ahmed; her siblings, Marlin (Renee) Thomas, Jermaine (Natalie) Thomas, and Vanessa Petross; her father-in-law, Muhmammad Ahmed Ahmen; her brother-in-law, Jamal Ahmed; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her son, Branden Thomas; her Grandmother Lanning; and her Pap Reddinger; her paternal grandparents, Juanita and Byrdell Thomas; a mother-in-law, Karen Freeman; and a brother-in-law, Arther Ahmed.

Friends will be received on Friday, February 20, 2025, from 1PM until time of services at 6PM in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (BRANCH), 340 Third Street Beaver, PA 15009.