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Personal note from Gabe's Parents

Dear friends and family,

As we come together to celebrate the life of our beloved Gabriel, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your presence, support, and condolences during this difficult time.

In honor of Gabe's vibrant spirit and love for creating beautiful memories, we kindly ask that, instead of sending flowers or bringing food, you consider gifting a fun experience in the form of a gift card. By doing so, we hope to celebrate Gabe's zest for life and inspire each other to create precious memories that will last a lifetime.

Gabriel always encouraged us to seize the moment and embrace life's adventures, and we believe that honoring his memory by exchanging fun experiences together as a family will be a fitting tribute. Whether it's a gift card to an indoor trampoline, arcade, driving range, movie theater, or a meal at his favorite spots like Chick-fil-A or Panda Express, every gift card will be cherished and used joyfully to create meaningful memories with family and friends.

In addition, the community has rallied to support the family and to create a scholarship to honor the victims.

In order to support the scholarship you do it in one of two way:
- Visit: pray4pkwy.org
- Visit: https://www.gofundme.com/f/he…

Thank you again for your unwavering support and understanding. Your presence is truly cherished, and if you wish to contribute in any way, we will kindly receive it.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out to us. We are deeply grateful to have you with us at this time, and we look forward to creating lasting memories in honor of Gabriel.

With heartfelt appreciation,

Gabriel’s parents

Updates

Update from Jan. 16, 2024

The family of Gabriel Escandon would like to encourage anyone who wants to write a letter of grief, love or good-bye to deliver them to the viewing or funeral services. The letters will be remain private, collected and sent away along with Gabriel’s body.

Obituary

On Tuesday, January 9th, 2024, Gabriel "Gabe" Gonzalo Escandon Arizaleta went to be with Jesus, three days before his 18th birthday. Gabriel was born on January 12, 2006, in Atlanta to parents Camilo Escandon and Yhaimar Arizaleta. He was an honor student and varsity soccer player at Alan C. Pope High School in his senior year. Gabriel was expected to graduate on May 22, 2024. He was known for his sense of humor, his infectious …

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What were Gabe's favorite sports teams?
Soccer all the way. He had enjoyed playing also pickleball and golf
Soccer all the way. He had enjoyed playing also pickleball and golf
Soccer all the way. He had enjoyed playing also pickleball and golf
What were Gabe's favorite songs or musical artists?
Overall, country music. Some favorite songs: "Suavemente", "Forever After All" by Lu…
Overall, country music. Some favorite songs: "Suavemente", "Forever After All" by Luke Combs. …
Overall, country music. Some favorite songs: "Suavemente", "Forever After All" by Luke Combs. With his girl cousins he …
What were Gabe's favorite foods?
He loved Panda Express and his Abuelo's cooking. He loved going to his tia's house a…
He loved Panda Express and his Abuelo's cooking. He loved going to his tia's house and filling…
He loved Panda Express and his Abuelo's cooking. He loved going to his tia's house and filling his pockets with ice cre…
What were Gabe's favorite drinks?
He was always drinking water, and at home lactose-free milk
He was always drinking water, and at home lactose-free milk
He was always drinking water, and at home lactose-free milk

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Born

January 12th, 2006
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Passed away

January 9th, 2024
Marietta, GA

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Cause of death

Car accident

Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Kennesaw Memorial Park

1306 Whitlock Avenue Northwest, Marietta, GA 30064
Poole Funeral Home & Cremation Services
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