Jaxon Rio ‘Ziggy’ Phetsavanh (2007 – 2024)
Jaxon Rio “Ziggy” Phetsavanh, 17, of Hellertown, passed away Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024. He was born in Bethlehem, Pa., on June 6, 2007 to Rebecca Marie (Wagner) and Phetsamone Phetsavanh of Hellertown. Jaxon was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Hellertown. This was to be Jaxon’s senior year at Saucon Valley High School. He planned to build the most amazing robot to win States this year for Saucon Valley Robotics Club, Panthera Robotica. Last year he led the team to eighth place in the state of Pennsylvania. He was passionate with everything he did; a perfectionist, really. Coming from his mama’s heart, he was dedicated, compassionate, brilliant, handsome, adorable and perfectly unique. He was everything we could have ever wanted and more. He was never meant to be put in a box, and therefore we advocated for him to get the best possible education in his own special way.
SURVIVORS
In addition to his loving parents, Jaxon is survived by siblings: Trinity Anareese, Phoenix Jean Nathida, both at home; maternal grandparents: Bradford D. (Monica) Wagner of Hellertown; paternal grandparents: Samay (Somphone) Phetsavanh of Erie; canine favorites: Mango, Luna; and his kitty: Koa “Baby Cat.” He also loved Mauna Kea and Luca, our other pups. In addition, Jaxon’s aunts, uncles, cousins, sisters and close friends all are missing him so very much as well. He was so loved by all and we will all miss his presence dearly.
SERVICES
Family and friends are invited to Jaxon’s visitation period from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024 at The Steel Club, 700 Linden Ave., Hellertown. The visitation period will be followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 12 noon. To share an expression of sympathy with this family, please visit HeintzelmanCares.com. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown.
CONTRIBUTIONS
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jaxon’s name may be made to Saucon Valley Robotics Club. Mail checks to the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., 326 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055. A GoFundMe campaign to support Jaxon’s family has also been established.
