Gabriella Marie Velazquez, 14, of Allentown, died July 11, 2024 in Lehigh Valley Hospital.  Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of Gabriel A. Velazquez and Kristyn Shea (Snyder) Velazquez.  Gabby was going to be a 10th grade student at Allentown Central Catholic High School.  Her passion was cheerleading.  She was a cheerleader for World Cup, a very decorated and successful all-star cheerleading program.

Gabby will be lovingly remembered by her mother, Kristyn; father, Gabriel; brother, Adrian Velazquez; sisters, Audriana Velazquez and Ciana Velazquez; Maternal grandparents, Kris Snyder and Donna Parry; paternal grandparents, Antonio Velazquez and Rebecca Roman; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

A Celebration of Gabby's life will be held on Mon., July 15, 2024 at 2:30 in Faith Church, 6528 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown.  Informal visitation 1:00 to 2:30 PM in church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., 250 Main Street, Emmaus, PA 18049 to establish a cheerleading scholarship in Gabby's memory.