Gavin Michael Franks

Gavin Michael Franks, 20, of Bazetta passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at home. Always kind, compassionate and genuine, Gavin's loving presence and
smile will always be remembered by those who knew him.
Gavin was born on May 2, 2005 in Warren, OH, a son of Lori (Franks) DeCost and the late Ricardo Andalcio.
Gavin was a 2023 graduate of Lakeview High School where he excelled in academics earning many College Credits, graduating with Honors, and was a member of the National Honor Society. He was a sprinter on the Track team and played Soccer as a defender.
Gavin attended Baldwin Wallace his freshman year of college planning to major in Software Engineering and was a sprinter on the track team. Transferring to the University
of Cincinnati for his Sophomore year as he wished to work toward a Masters degree in
Computer Science and Software Engineering.
Gavin enjoyed so many activities. Being in nature, hiking, and recently wanting to learn
more about photography. Gavin's absolute passions were for the game of soccer, listeningto music of all genres. He loved to dance. Gaming with friends was a highlight to him. Above all he cherished little moments spent with his family and friends, especially his mom. A bright light to all that knew him, Words cannot describe the amazing, one of a kind human being he was.
Gavin will be forever missed and always remembered with great love and in high regard.
Gavin will always be remembered by his mother, Lori (Franks) DeCost and step father,
Andrew Jennings of Fowler; aunt, Debbie and uncle, Sam Ferringer and their son Eric of
Champion; sister, Isabella Andalcio of Illinois; paternal grandparents, Judy Andalcio of
Florida; Herman (June) Andalcio of Chicago; uncles, Jason (Louise) Andalcio and their
children, Simone and Thelonious of Washington State, David Andalcio of Tennessee,
Kenneth (Shelby) of Chicago; step grandparents, Dwight II and Babette Jennings of
Cortland and many loved cousins and dear friends.
Gavin was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Kay Franks and his father, Ricardo Andalcio.
Family and friends may visit and pay tribute to Gavin on Saturday June 28, 2025 from 1 to 4pm at the Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel of Warren, 1884 North Road NE.
A Funeral Service will follow at the funeral home at 4pm.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Gavin's name to Animal Resource Center, P.O. Box 8621 Warren, OH 44484 or to a charity of your choice.
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