About Rykelan

Rykelan Brown was born on May 24, 2020 to MacKenzie Brown, who he called his “Momma Kenzie.”

On July 16, 2021, Rykelan was placed into foster care with Sam and Theo Adams, who he knew as Mom and Dad. Rykelan lived with his foster parents (who operate this website) until March 26, 2024 when custody transferred to Rykelan’s biological father.

Rykelan died two months later, just a few days after his 4th birthday. The biological father has been charged with 1st degree manslaughter & endangering the welfare of a child.

Rykelan was an amazing little boy who loved dinosaurs, cars & construction vehicles, and being read to at bedtime. He loved playing outside, going to school at Head Start, and cozying with Mom while he watched his favorite movies, like Cars.

He was deeply loved and is greatly missed.