Kayden Sangster

2006-2026

 

 Kayden Sangster, 20 of Keokuk, IA passed away Sunday, July 19, 2026 at his home.

     He was born May 11, 2006 in Iowa City, IA the son of Thomas and Doreanea McFarland Sangster.  Kayden graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 2024.

     Kayden enjoyed playing video games, riding around in his wheelchair, and, most of all, spending time with his family, who meant everything to him. He was a devoted fan of Toy Story, loved building with Legos, and found great happiness in gifting stuffies to others, a simple gesture that reflected his generous and caring heart. Creative and imaginative, Kayden also took great pride in writing his own book and enjoyed expressing himself through storytelling.

     Kayden had a heart full of love and brought joy to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. His kind spirit, infectious smile, and gentle nature left a lasting impression on all who met him. He never let life's challenges define him and instead faced each day with remarkable strength, resilience, and a positive outlook.  One of his favorite outings was going to Kempker’s in Ft. Madison, IA.

     He is survived by his mother, Doreanea McFarland (Eddie Redd); his father, Thomas Sangster; his siblings, Taylor Sangster (Shonnie Braggs), Kailey Sangster, Korbyn Sangster (Brayton Prewitt), Dylan Sangster, and Laikyn Sangster; his paternal grandparents, Sharon Sangster and Jim Clark; his maternal grandmother, Betty McFarland; and many other relatives and friends and his best friend and cat, Pepper.

     A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 23 at Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA.  Burial will be in the Hickory Grove Cemetery in rural Keokuk.

     Visitation will be held prior to the service, Thursday, from 9-11 a.m., at the funeral home with family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to the family.

     Online condolences may be left for the family at www.vigenmemoriahome.com