Born on March 19th, 1994. On June 21, 2016, the Lord took him home at the young age of 22. He is survived by his parents, Tim Sr. and Liz; his two brothers Mark and Michael; his grandparents Ed and Gen Hendricks; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
As a product of Jesuit Education, Timmy had a strong faith in God and love for his family and friends. He attended St. Francis Xavier Elementary (Class of 2008) and Brophy College Preparatory (Class of 2012), where he swam on numerous state championship teams and was team captain his senior year. Timmy recently graduated from Boston College (Class of 2016) with a degree in Economics. He just moved back home to begin his adult life, which was full of hope and promise.
He stood at 6’ 4”, but it was not his size that filled the room. Rather, it was his smile, his pure heart, his beautiful spirit and his sensitive nature that was his presence. You could feel all of these things when he wrapped his long arms around you with a hug. He was the oldest brother and the oldest cousin in a large family, and you could see all of these things when you watched him love his younger brothers and little cousins.
He loved music and sunsets, sharing these passions with friends and family at every opportunity, playing songs to sing along to and insisting they join him on his favorite mountain top at sun-down. This is a testimony to his love of life, friends, and family. He will be missed dearly.
A Wake and Rosary will be held Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. at Brophy Chapel, 4701 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 4715 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. Interment will follow at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his memory to Brophy College Preparatory programs in honor of Timothy Frakes, Jr. To donate online use: http://www.brophyprep.org/in-memory-of-timmy-frakes-12/
Arrangements entrusted to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home.
Lynne Carroll
I’m so very sorry for your loss. How fortunate your son was to have been part of your large, loving family. May God shower you with extra blessings during this difficult time.
Lynne Carroll
Raymond and Lupe Romero and family
On behalf of the Romero family, we extend our deepest condolences for the loss of your beautiful Timmy. You’re all in our prayers, may the Lord give you peace and comfort. We love you.
Matthew 5:4
Joan Bobrink
Timmy’s family and his friends are in my prayers during this heartbreaking time. Timmy was taken way to soon and the grief his family and friends are living with is heart wrenching. I pray that the love you share with each other will help you through this painful time.
Katy Regester
Our deepest sympathy to your family. May God bless his soul, and give you his grace.
John and Katy Regester
Dan Cosgrove
Mr. & Mrs. Frakes, family & friends.
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers at this most difficult time. We are part of your BC family. Ryan our son knew Tim since freshman year, Newton Campus at Boston College. Ryan was a good friend of Tim’s. Our 2nd son Evan also at BC (2 yrs younger) was also Tim’s buddy. My wife Jo Ann and I got to know Tim over the last 2 years especially this last year at the mods.
Your son was a gentleman and a scholar and could not have been nicer to our family. Fond memory to share. Was @1 am during the stay up to watch the sun rise, prior to graduation. Tim wanted to officially give me a nickname. Since Ryan was Cos Daddy, Tim wanted me to know that I was Cos Grand Daddy. I’ll gladly take it. God Bless Timothy Michael Jr. RIP.
The Cosgrove’s from Philadelphia
Nelson DeMoraes
Dear Frakes Family,
We never met but I was a good friend of Timmy’s from his time at BC. His passing is incredibly tragic and sad. But know this, he touched so many people at the college, and he will forever be remembered as the warmest, kindest kid around.
Best Wishes,
Nelson
Brian Smith, Sr.
Hi Tim,
I was in the Class of ’83 at Brophy and I know you. I never met your Son, but I wish I had.
I have a Son that’s 21 and two younger Sons and I’m deeply grieved to hear of your loss. Please know that I’m praying for the comfort of the Holy Spirit for you’re whole family. Let me now if I can help in any way.
Sincerely,
Pastor Brian Smith, Sr
480-227-0249
Momo
Rest in peace, sweet boy. You will be missed and loved forever.
Cheryl Obereiner
We are deeply saddened for you loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cheryl and Jim Obereiner
Friends of Mark and Ann Verwiel
christy Barth
Liz, I am so sorry! I just lost my niece 4 months ago and the age of 18, the pain is so deep and difficult. You and your family will be in my prayers. Words cannot begin to express what you are experiencing, just know you have a community surrounding you that is there for you. Hugs and prayers. Christy Barth (Giesler from KKG)
Alexandra Neukom Loosbrock
Though there are many miles between us, know your family is close in our thoughts and in our hearts. So sorry for your loss. We love you.
Alison, Dean & Dylan Roskosz
Deepest condolences and prayers to your family. Our hearts are with you.
Heather Kuchar Sams
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very sad time. The very brightest lights seem to burn to quickly. May you find comfort in the memories of all of the happy times shared.
Patrick McGovern
I remember talking to Tim once or twice , as I didn’t know him that well, but his kindness and outgoing spirit were immediate. Part of both the Brophy and Boston College communities, the love and attention I have felt remind me that Tim definitely experienced nothing less in his life. He will be missed
Meg Schubert Moudy
We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. We send you prayers for healing and peace. Much love to all of you. Meg (Schubert), Matt, Owen & Max Moudy
Shauna Stoeller Farmer
I am hopeful that your family’s enduring faith and the strong support of the community surrounding you now will help lift you during what must be such a dark time. What an angel you raised, your pride must be as deep as your pain, and over time I know will provide you the comfort you will find. You will not be alone in this journey. The SFX Parish community is sending love, strength and prayers to your entire family.
Matt Kuchar
Dear Tim Frakes and Family,
Our sincere condolences for your loss.
May your son rest in peace.
Love,
Matt Kuchar and Family
Tooraj Bakhtiari
Please accept our deepest condolences from Bakhtiari and Amin family. May he rest in peace.
Tracy and Brooks Corwin, and Noah Heekin
So saddened by this news. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Grant Almquist
Tim and Liz –
I am so sorry for your loss. I never met Timmy but it’s clear he was a great young man by all of the wonderful things I’ve heard said about him in the last week and given the fact he was raised by such great parents. I can’t even begin to imagine your pain. I hope you find some comfort being surrounded by all of your family and friends….
Take good care,
Grant Almquist
Pam Watts
Liz, Tim and Family,
We, at Creative Bridges were so saddened to learn of Tim’s death. We extend our sincere condolences to your family and send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Pam Watts
Rachel Kelleher
No words can make this loss easier. I will always remember Timmy as a sweet boy with a great smile. May time be kind and bring peace to your family quickly. You are in my prayers.
Rachel Kelleher (Miss Missey)
Jean Palumbo
I will remember Timmy Frakes as a happy young boy with a twinkle in his eye, smile on his face, always in the middle of the pack, loving life at SFXS. My heart breaks as I send my thoughts and prayers to the Frakes family, their large extended family, and the whole SFX community -especially the SFXS class of 2008. May peace be with you.
Samantha Moor
In June of this year I cut out the obituary of Timothy Michael Frakes Jr. from the AZ Republic, tucking it away with the intention of offering condolences. Today when I picked it up to do so and did a search at this site for the name “Frakes” I was dismayed to see that the grandparents of this very young man had been killed the year before his untimely death. I am so sorry for the many tragic losses this family has experienced.