Photo courtesy of Baca's Funeral Chapels - Las Cruces
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Aug 4, 2004 – May 5, 2020 (Age 15)
Our beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend, GAVIN GREY FRIETZE (PHALEN), age 15, of Mesilla passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at his home. He was born August 4, 2004 in Athens, Ohio. Gavin was a sweet young man, with a servant’s heart, loved motorcycles, skateboards, bicycles, anything that had wheels. Gavin had a contagious smile and laugh that will be missed by all.
Those left to mourn his passing include his loving mother, Jill Frietze of Mesilla; his father, Jason Phalen of Chester, OH; two brothers, Ryan Rodriguez of Athens, OH and Stephen Rodriguez of Independence, MO; sister, Arcadia Rodriguez of Albuquerque; uncle, Lionel Frietze (Lea) of Colorado and aunt, Julie McIlwraith (Tim) of Oklahoma. Gavin was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Lionel and Catherine Parry Frietze.
Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service was held on Thursday, May 14, 2020 at the Basilica of San Albino in Mesilla.
Service arrangements were entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapel of Las Cruces and Sunset Crematory, 300 E. Boutz Road, 527-2222. Your exclusive provider for “Veterans and Family Memorial Care.” For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
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Gavin and me
Gavin was my childhood best friend I met him when we was neighbors in the plains ohio on 3rd st one of the last time I saw him we was doing a video at the athens skate park for a youtube channel called "ohigho skater" and it belongs to Rodney Drake. R.i.p we all miss you buddy
Jadin Christman
July 10, 2025 | Athens, OH | Friend
On behalf of everyone at LCHS we will miss you Gavin.
Maddasin
May 26, 2020 | NM | Classmate
I have so many fond memories of Gavin. Blessings to family.
Evelyn Nagy
May 22, 2020 | Athens, OH | Friend
Gavin was one of my best friends and i am so so so sorry for your loss i can't imagine how you feel
Orion Khurshid
May 21, 2020 | Albany, OH | Friend
Jill and Family, Our deepest condolences to you and the family. May God give strength and courage during this time and forever. Richard Chavarria and Family.
Richard Chavarria
May 21, 2020 | Las Cruces, NM
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Neri and Leticia Frietze
May 20, 2020 | Mesilla, NM | Family
Jill,
There are no words we can use to express our sorrow over Gavin. We hold his kind, intelligent, fun, respectful, loving energy close to our hearts and memory.
We are here for you in support through friendship and prayer. Our love to you.
Greg and Rachel Sceiford
May 18, 2020 | Albuquerque, NM | Friend
I'm so so sorry . I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling. No parent should ever have to lose there child. I am sending you prayers of comfort and guidance. May God keep you tucked safely in his arms as you grieve for your son.
Dana Wagenhoffer
May 18, 2020 | Las Cruces, NM | Friend
Jill, I'm absolutely shattered to hear of Gavin's passing. May the Lord wrap his arms around you right now and lift you up. All of our love and prayers go out to you.
Vicki, Jai, Julian, Siena
victoria hernandez
May 18, 2020 | Murrieta, CA