The restaurant also released this statement:

“He was a co-conspirator, a leader, a mentor, a confidant, a counselor, a gentleman, a scholar, most importantly he was a true friend, and one of the most genuinely good people many of us have had the pleasure of knowing. His generosity of spirit, and conscious honesty, obvious passion for life, and open nature inspired all of us.”

Patrick Kuhen (far left) with his co-workers at the Bon Ton, where he was the head bartender. (Credit: Bon Ton Boil House)

The restaurant was closed temporarily Thursday but plans to reopen Friday. It will host an event to celebrate Kuhen’s life Monday from 5 p.m. to midnight.

Tarus Riggins (Credit: Fulton County Sheriff's Office)

The driver of the SUV, identified as Tarus Riggins, 35, was charged with homicide by vehicle in the first degree, DUI and following too closely.

The investigation blocked Ponce de Leon Avenue at Clifton Road for four hours. Lanes reopened about 8 a.m.

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