Obituaries
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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Condolences to the Family
January 16, 2025
My precious brother. I am heartbroken to find you have passed before we ever got to meet. I will never forgive J.R. for keeping us apart. I’m so saddened to see another half-sibling of yours has found out too late. I wish so desperately I could have found you sooner. I swear I searched for years for you. Even asking J.R.’s girlfriend for your parent’s information. Which she swore she would send. I am so sorry. I wish you so much peace. I hope we get to meet each other once I am on the other side. You were always in my heart. I still have a picture of you and Andrew when you were babies. I’ve held onto that face for so long. I love you so so so much baby brother.
December 27, 2024
Sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Gabe personally he probably never even knew me but I was his half brother. We were separated when I was to young to remember anything. I regret not reaching out sooner. After losing my other half brother who I knew my whole life I know what y’all are going through. Andrew if you are ready this I would love for you to reach out. I would like to get to know you before I lose my only remaining brother. Much love Josh Kerhin your lil brother
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
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