On November 20, 2025, the Snellville, Georgia, community was shaken by heartbreaking news.
Naod Mahray, a beloved former Shiloh High School athlete from the Class of 2022, tragically lost his life in a car accident at just 21 years old.
Naod was far more than the talented runner who competed in cross country and track & field for the Shiloh Generals.
To everyone fortunate enough to know him, he was the definition of kindness.
Friends and teammates remember a young man with a quiet strength, an easy smile, and a heart that always made room for others.
He had a rare gift for listening, for truly seeing people, and for offering comfort without ever needing to be asked.
To his parents, he was their devoted and loving son. To his siblings, he was the brother who protected, teased, and cherished them all at once.
Naod carried himself with a gentle spirit that left a lasting mark on classmates, coaches, teachers, and even people he met only briefly.
His sudden absence has created a void that feels impossible to fill.
The Mahray family is dealing with deep grief and the practical challenges of an untimely goodbye.
A GoFundMe has been created with a goal of $25,000 to help cover funeral expenses and ensure Naod receives the dignified, peaceful farewell he so deeply deserves.
Here is the message from the family:
“In Loving Memory of Naod Mahray
Via GoFundMe
On November 20th, we lost an extraordinary person, Naod Mahray, due to a tragic car accident. To some, he was a devoted son; to others, a beloved brother. To everyone who knew him, he was caring, loving, and deeply understanding. Naod’s kindness and gentle spirit touched everyone around him, and his sudden loss has left our hearts shattered.
As our family struggles to process this unimaginable tragedy, we are asking for support to help cover funeral expenses and give Naod the peaceful farewell he deserves. Any contribution—no matter how small—will make a meaningful difference. If you’re unable to donate right now, simply sharing this page with others would mean the world to us.
Thank you for keeping Naod and our family in your thoughts and prayers during this unbearable time. Your love, memories, and support are carrying us forward when it feels impossible to take another step.”
Naod Mahray’s light burned brightly in his short time here, and the outpouring of love from the Shiloh High School community, former teammates, and friends across Gwinnett County shows just how many lives he touched.
May he rest in eternal peace, and may his family find strength in the beautiful legacy of kindness he left behind.
If you would like to help, please consider donating or sharing the GoFundMe in honor of Naod Mahray.
Even the smallest act of support brings comfort to a grieving family.
Rest In Peace, Naod Mahray
