Freddy Espinal was a seventeen-year-old PMVHS student with unlimited potential who died of Sudden Cardiac arrest (SCA) during a wresting practice session with his teammates on September 22, 2024. His last day was spent doing what he truly loved.

Freddy was a talented athlete who played football for Peabody Pop Warner and later for the Tanners of PVMHS. During his freshman year. he found his passion, which was Wrestling. He wrestled for the Saugus/Peabody Co-op high school team, where he was a varsity team member in his freshman and sophomore years. He also trained and wrestled competitively for the Red Roots Wrestling Club team out of North Reading, MA and The Lab out of Danvers, MA.

Like all young adults, Freddy was figuring out who he was and who he wanted to be. Beyond athletics, he had some amazing qualities that made him a unique young man and was also developing skills and values that were helping to shape his future. Freddy was caring and compassionate with his family, teammates, and friends. His positivity, even on the worst day inspired those around him. Through sports and academics, he developed the dedication and patience to chase his dreams. He was selfless and gave his time as a volunteer to help the youth of our community by being involved with The Essex County Summer Day Camp. With this experience, he decided that he wanted to pursue a career in criminal justice after graduation.

We honor the memory of a bright beautiful soul who left this world far too soon. In his short time with us, he brought so much love, joy, and light into the lives of everyone around him. His laughter was infectious, his smile lit up the darkest days, and his spirit will forever live on in our hearts. The world is a little dimmer without him, but the love and legacy he left behind will always shine bright