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Gabriel “Gabe” O. Frederick, 22

April 29, 2023

Gabriel “Gabe” O. Frederick, 22, of Lancaster, passed away as a result of a motorcycle accident the evening of Saturday, April 29, 2023. Born in Reading, PA, he was the son of Peter Frederick, Sr., and Sharon Risser, of Willow Street.

A 2019 graduate of Lampeter Strasburg High School, he is remembered for his years with the school’s football and track and field teams. To date he holds the school’s track and field record for shot put. He briefly attended Penn State Harrisburg.

Gabe found peace being outdoors and looking for his next adrenaline rush. Riding his motorcycle, scuba diving, hunting, hiking, and singing while snorkeling, were just a few ways he fulfilled his daredevil trait. He found brotherhood and comradery with fellow thrill seekers in the Silverback Riders Motorcycle Club.

Those who knew Gabe also knew he had a tender heart and was generous to a fault. His family remembers times when he would travel into the city to feed the homeless or give them his last few dollars, just to provide for someone in need.

Gabe was known and loved by countless friends and family. He will be sorely missed by his parents Peter and Sharon of Willow Street; siblings, Elizabeth “Liz” Risser of Lancaster, Peter “PJ” Frederick, husband of Kristin of Auburn, Ryan Frederick, companion of Lindsey Staudt of Lebanon, Bree Ann, wife of Wade Tuma of Monaca, and Andrew Frederick, husband of Melissa of Lancaster; his maternal grandmother, Loretta Risser, wife of the Late Roger Risser of Willow Street; his best gal pal and niece, Adelyn, and a host of additional nieces nephews and friends.

A Celebration of Gabe’s life will be held on Friday, May 5, 2023, at the Lampeter Church of the Brethren, 1900 Lampeter Rd. Lancaster, PA 17602 at 6 PM. The family will receive guests at the church from 4 PM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Gabe’s name may be made to the SPCA of Lancaster, or the Lampeter Church of the Brethren, Youth Missions Trips.

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May 06, 2023

 I knew Gabe for a little over a year and I got to know so much about him; his childhood, his favorite music artists, songs, foods, etc. He was funny, he was caring and I know how much he loved his family, especially his niece. My heart goes out to all of his family and friends. Gabe will forever be loved and missed.
Aujané

May 05, 2023

THE DASH: Author: Linda Ellis
I read of a man who stood to speak at a funeral of a friend.  He referred to the dates on his tombstone, from beginning…to the end.  He noted that first came the date of his birth and spoke of the second with tears, but he said what mattered most of all was the “dash” between those years.  For the dash represents all the time that he spent alive on earth, and now only those who loved him know what that little time is worth.  For it matters not, how much we own; the cars, the house, the cash, what matters is how we live and love and how we spend our dash.  So think about this long and hard, are there things you’d like to change? For you never know how much time is left.  You could be at “dash mid-range”.  If we could just slow down enough to consider what’s true and real, and always try to understand the way other people feel.  And be less quick to anger, and show appreciation more and love the people in our lives like we never loved before.  If we treat each other with respect, and more often wear a smile, remembering that this special dash might only last a little while. So, when your eulogy is being read with our life’s actions to rehash…would you be pleased with the things they have to say about how you spent your dash?
This was read at my cousin’s funeral.  He was only 27, served his country on a submarine for six years in the Navy and when he returned home, he perished in a motorcycle accident shortly thereafter.  Gabe is in the arms of our Lord and Savior and he will be waiting for all of his family, friends and loved ones with open arms in Heaven, where you will all be reunited in Paradise!  May God comfort you all in this very difficult time!  With my sincere and deepest sympathy!  Holly Dankers
 

May 05, 2023

My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family. My heart and thoughts are with you and your family . ❤️❤️❤️
Mcgran Beverly

May 04, 2023

Pete,Sharon & family,
We are so sorry for your loss.  There are no words that can ease the pain and sorrow you are feeling but know you are in our thoughts and prayers in this most difficult time.
🙏❤️🙏 Chuck & Diane 
 
 

May 04, 2023

Our hearts are breaking for you all. Prayers.
Love, your St. Clair friends

May 04, 2023

Hugs & prayers as you navigate this difficult time.
Debbie Anspach

May 04, 2023

Sending thoughts and prayers to Pete, Sharon and all of Gabe’s family and friends. What a wonderful young man I got to know through the years. I have many wonderful memories of Gabe and scuba diving. Ed

May 04, 2023

Definitely a strong, good hearted, young man… will always remember him as such. My condolences. 
Seth Brown

May 04, 2023

Lizzy, sorry for your family’s loss. We have you in our thoughts and prayers. We are here imfor you and the family.
Love, 
Eric Dorman and Pamela Owens ❤️

May 04, 2023

Such a tragic loss of a young life. My prayers for strength to your entire family. 
“Coach”Glenn Myers

May 03, 2023

So sorry for your loss. I graduated in Gabe’s class and will always remember him for the kind, energetic, and positive person he was.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Fredrick Family.
 
-Chase Broderick

May 03, 2023

So very, very sorry. Thinking of you and praying for peace and comfort. ❤️
Sharon Zamrin

May 03, 2023

This is such a shock…Gabe had a big heart and the world has lost a good person.  I am sending prayers and hugs from Delaware!  Mom and Grandma to the Cooper family!  
 
 
Linda Mott

May 03, 2023

I shadowed Gabe’s 1st grade class when I was in middle school. I thought he was one of the funniest children I’d ever met and giggled the whole day. My little brother Doug was in class with him and put something in his backpack in the closet, closed the door and walked away. Gabe was looking for Doug and pressed his ear against the closet door and started looking around panicking. He started yelling for Doug. Doug walked over and said what and Gabe dramatically grabbed his chest and said I thought you were locked in the closet! He cracked me up so much that the Gabe story has been told to friends and family for over 15 years. He was a wonderful joyous child and I am deeply saddened for your loss. Keeping your family in my prayers. 
-Melanie Schneider

May 03, 2023

To all of the family.  Nothing could be sadder.  Sending prayers and an angel to be with all of you.  God Bless.
Elley Casey Strobl 

May 03, 2023

Sending love to your family and prayers for comfort.
The Reinhart Family

May 03, 2023

I am so deeply sorry for your loss.  Prayers and love being sent to your family at this time.  
Lisa Pison

May 03, 2023

I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in prayer. 
Beth Zerbe

May 03, 2023

I am so sorry to hear this. You all were a loving family to Gabe. Him and Cayden were the best of friends and u as parents were so loving. 
Lisa Ames

May 03, 2023

Dear Frederick family and friends, I’m so sorry for your loss. I remember well having Gabe in English class, talking with him about football and track, and watching him grow and mature during his years here at school. Please accept my sincerest condolences. Tim Dougherty

May 03, 2023

I am so sorry for your loss, prayers and peace for your whole families healing
Regina Kessler
 
 

May 03, 2023

So very sorry for your loss.   Prayers for the family.  
ginny flory

May 03, 2023

My brother. This can’t be real it’s not fair gabe. I love you dawg. Anything your family needs, I’m here. You’ll forever live through me, I love you!!! I’ll see you someday, LLG❤️❤️❤️
Tyler freeman

May 03, 2023

Beth I am so sorry for yours and your family’s loss. All my thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending love.
Meredith Feby

May 03, 2023

 I am so very sorry for your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rebecca Brewer

May 03, 2023

Condolences to the Frederick family! Love and prayers all around to you guys! He was such a kind hearted man..May he rest easy❤️
Nevelise

May 03, 2023

I am so sorry for your loss
Kim Keller

May 03, 2023

My sympathies to the entire family.
Sue Frederick

May 03, 2023

Prayers and love to the Frederick family❤️ I worked with Gabe everyday at his family’s landscaping company. Great dude always made sure others were taken care of before himself. All around wonderful human being. Love yah buddy❤️
Brenden McKeel

May 03, 2023

Fredrick Family, 
We are truly sorry and heartbroken to learn of your son and brother Gabe’s passing. We know all to well of the heartbreak you are feeling at this time. The many memories you all have of Gabe will be your strength to help you through this terrible time. Our prayers are with all of you. 
Joe and Carol Kalista

May 02, 2023

Sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. 
Ron and Shirley St.Clair

May 02, 2023

You and your family our in our thoughts and prayers.  We love you all.
Jodi and Smitty Smith

May 02, 2023

Our hearts go out to you on this terrible loss. May you find some peace and comfort in the short years you had him in your lives. 
Denny and Karen 

May 02, 2023

Sending love.
The Cooper Family

May 02, 2023

So sorry for your loss.. Are thoughts and prayers are with you love Dave and Cheryl
Margie opinaldo

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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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1900 Lampeter Rd.
Lancaster, PA 17602
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