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Jon Michael Freeze

1989 - 2022

Jon Michael Freeze obituary, 1989-2022, Richmond, VA

Jon Freeze Obituary

FREEZE, Jon Michael, gracefully went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 24, 2022. Michael was born on February 16, 1989 in Richmond, Va., to loving parents, Jon Kimball Freeze and Magdalena Astruc Freeze. He is survived by his devoted wife, Hillary (Wayland) Freeze; and son, Thomas Hayden Freeze. Michael will be deeply missed by his father; as well as his siblings and their spouses, Kimmie and Jackson Strawn, Carmen and Whit Bates and Matt and Gabi Freeze; and a niece and nephew. He will also be deeply missed by his grandmother, Julia Ann Freeze; and mother-in-law, Carolyn Wayland; along with 14 aunts and uncles and 21 cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother and three grandparents, Dr. Juan and Pilar Astruc and Joe P. Freeze Sr.

Michael attended Deep Run High School, participating on the cross country and track & field teams. He graduated with a bachelor's in Science from the University of Richmond in 2011. A lifelong learner, Michael pursued a master's degree in Decision Analytics, graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2020. Most recently, he was a Data Scientist at Markel in Richmond, Va. Above all else, Michael was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ. He served as an active member at West End Presbyterian Church and a leader with the ministry of Young Life (2007 to 2017). Michael exemplified a true servant's heart through authentic friendships, but most importantly, in his marriage to Hillary and fathering of Thomas.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at West End Presbyterian Church, 9008 Quioccasin Rd., Henrico, Va. A funeral service celebrating Michael's life will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, followed by a reception at 1 p.m. also at West End Presbyterian Church. A livestream of the service can be found at https://youtu.be/FULrxRy_el0.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Richmond West End Young Life or your favorite charity. In addition, an educational savings fund for Thomas is being established by family and friends.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Jan. 1, 2023.

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Mary Jane Newbill

January 5, 2023

I was Jon´s art teacher in elementary school and I am sad and sorry for this loss. I want to send love and hugs to the Freeze family

Nancy Illes

January 3, 2023

I am so very sorry to hear about Michaels passing. We worked together at Kinsale. May your families find strength, comfort and peace by sharing his memory. God Bless you all.

Doug Rogers

January 3, 2023

My deepest sympathies go out to both families. Michael was my co-worker Kinsale and was simply a great person to be around. I always enjoyed our conversations. He will be missed tremendously by all he touched in his life.

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West End Presbyterian Church

9008 Quioccasin Rd, Henrico, VA

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