By Sahar Chmais
The death of Dripping Springs High School lacrosse player Taden Frickel has left a hole in many hearts and a lump in many throats. Taden died over the weekend; the cause of death has not been disclosed to the public.
“To my brother. And my best friend. I love you,” tweeted Brennan Frickel about his brother. “You are in a better place now. I have cherished every memory we have ever made. I will ride through life with you until it’s my time to take my place in God’s house. You are loved.”
Chris Frickel, Taden’s father, also shared a song playlist that the 16-year-old had compiled, which is filled with songs of worship. His father was taken aback by how inspired he was by “the Holy Spirit,” especially at such a young age.
Taden was an active member of the community. He left an impression wherever he went; even the Westlake Lacrosse team mourned Taden’s death and sent their sympathies to the Frickel family and their many friends. Not only was he a known lacrosse player, but he was also part of a home movers business that employs high schoolers and was involved with Life Dripping Springs church.
“Your smile and laugh filled any room you were in,” said Ryan Fairchild, youth director at Life Dripping Springs. “You’re a competitor, a warrior, fearless and relentless but also tender hearted, loving and so willing to be there for anyone and everyone.”
Hundreds of people have posted their condolences to the Frickel family and expressed sorrow for the loss of Taden.
No funeral service information has been released as of press deadline.
