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Gavin Frietze Obituary
Mesilla - 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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Jadin Christman
July 10, 2025
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
Maddasin
May 26, 2020
On behalf of everyone at LCHS we will miss you Gavin.
Evelyn Nagy
May 22, 2020
I have so many fond memories of Gavin. Blessings to family.
Orion Khurshid
May 21, 2020
Gavin was one of my best friends and i am so so so sorry for your loss i can't imagine how you feel
Richard Chavarria
May 21, 2020
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.
Neri and Leticia Frietze
May 20, 2020
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.
Greg and Rachel Sceiford
May 18, 2020
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.
Dana Wagenhoffer
May 18, 2020
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.
victoria hernandez
May 18, 2020
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
Candy Dingess
May 18, 2020
I am shocked and heart broken to learn of Gavin's passing. I love that kid with all my heart. I took care of Jill for a long time and got to know him well. My son wrestled with Stephen for 4 years. My heart goes out to the family. Prayers for peace to all.
Junior A.
May 18, 2020
Gavin was one of the nicest and most wholesome hearted kids I know, he will be missed. May god bless the Frietze Family and Friends such as myself grieving over the passing of Gavin. Rest in piece Chico
Mary Hamilton Garcia
May 18, 2020
May your memories bring you comfort and peace ❤
Lupe Saiz
May 17, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Glenda Dixon
May 17, 2020
Jill I know we don't see you but often think of the good times we had with you and your family. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. It is so hard I know to experience the loss of a child. We miss your mom and dad so much but know that they are together with Dick, Cecila and Richard.
Love Aunt Glenda & family
Grant Martin
May 17, 2020
gavin and I were great friends while he was in ohio, we would go to the skate park an and hang out while my dad worked in athens, there was never a dull moment when gavin was around. I'm gonna miss him and i know we all will, rest in peace
Minerva Frietze Goen
May 17, 2020
Jill,
May Our Lord Jesus Comfort you and heal you during this most difficult time. We will always miss Gavin and his sweet personally.
Love you always...♥
Julie Armendariz
May 16, 2020
God Bless you Jill and family. You are in my prayers.
Julie Crane Armendariz & Family
Byers, Gainey, Barnes
May 16, 2020
Prayers to your family during this difficult time.
Your friends,
Crystal, Carson, Elijah, and Devon
Lionel
May 16, 2020
You were and are a light. I will miss you my little buddy.
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