Preston Gage Friemel

Preston "Gage" Friemel, age 31, passed away tragically in the early morning hours of May 31, 2026, following a car accident. His sudden departure has left an unimaginable void in the hearts of his family, extended family, friends, and everyone who knew him.

Born on August 26, 1994, in Ardmore, OK, Gage brought a positive energy into the world as he continued to do until his passing. He was a man who loved deeply and had a spirit that was infectious. Gage loved his native heritage, basketball, and video games. To know Gage was to love him; he possessed a rare kindness and generosity that defined how he treated people. Gage, more recently, worked as a Mixer at Shawnee Milling Company in Shawnee, OK. He was a hard worker who was loved by his coworkers and bosses; his work ethic, compassionate nature, and graciousness genuinely impacted everyone who met him.

Above all else, Gage's greatest joy and proudest achievement in his short life were his two beautiful daughters, Kharma Linda Ra-Ann (7) and Brook-LeeAnn Paige (5) Friemel. He was a supportive father who lived for his girls, always striving to fill their lives with joy, affection, and beautiful memories. His love for them will continue to guide and protect them always.

More recently, Gage was proud to celebrate his recovery. He worked hard when he completed rehabilitation; he and his Aunt Jackie set goals, which he exceeded. As a result of his efforts and a strong need to honor his two girls, Gage was self-sufficient just 10 months after he returned. He continues to inspire others with his commitment to recovery.

Gage is survived by his beloved daughters; his sister Kasie Nichols and husband Kevin, sister Mara Abram and husband Kendric, and brother Eric McGahan, Jr., Grandmother Hazel Okkonen, Aunt Jackie Robinson, Uncle Matti Okkonen, nieces Katie and Kloee Nichols, niece Trysta Turner and husband Dakota, niece Justus Parrott, nephew Austin Parrott, niece Naomi Abram, nephew Tristian Abram, brother Eric's seven children, great nieces Ember and Ensley Turner, great nephew Jayus Miller, great nephew Jesse Latham, cousins Shane Parrott, Rival Parrott, Dustin and Sydney Sorrell, Matt Grant, Meah and Cody Johnson, Logan and Angela Best, extended family Lillian and Justin Lawson and their sons Justin, Larry, and John, and Eli and Kedric Hayes as well as a wide circle of friends and coworkers who loved him like family.

Gage is preceded in death by his mother, Linda Parrott, father Michael Friemel, his oldest brother, Zachary Parrott, Grandfather Robert Friemel, Grandmother Doris Friemel, Grandfather WIlho Okkonen, Grandfather Jack Best, Great-Grandmother Ruby Beasley, and Uncle Johnny Robinson.

Every life Gage touched was made better by just knowing him. He was a warm, fun, and loving man whose impact will always be felt. Gage's memory will live on through the stories we share, the love and support we carry for his daughters, and the enduring bond of family and friends that death will not conquer.

Memorial services for Gage will be held at 10:00AM, on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the First Free Will Baptist Church, 1222 W Oklahoma Ave, in Sulphur, OK 73086. Pastor Dick Terry will officiate the service.

In lieu of flowers, please help support the family with memorial costs: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-for-gage-friemels-final-resting-costs

Cremation was placed in the care of Hale's Funeral Home of Sulphur.

Online condolences can be offered at halesfuneralhomes.com.