Gabby Petito Online Memorial: Forever Loved and Remembered
In Loving Memory of Gabby Petito
American woman remembered by her family, friends and the Gabby Petito Foundation
19 Mar 1999 — 27 Aug 2021
“A bright, creative spirit whose story became a call to protect others.”
Gabby Petito's Birth Location
Blue Point, New York, United States
Gabby Petito's Burial Location
Cremated; ashes entrusted to her family
Gabby Petito's Death Location
Bridger–Teton National Forest, Wyoming, United States
Gabby’s A Life Heard Around the World
From the earliest musical beginnings to the songs, performances and human connections that shaped an enduring legacy
The Sounds That Shaped a Young Life for Gabby
She loved travel, movies, music, healthy food, and creating art, and she was especially proud of the cross-country journey she was documenting through her Nomadic Statik travel channel.
Finding an Unmistakable Voice for Gabby
In 2021, Gabby set out to visit national parks and share the beauty of the American West.
The Work That Reached the World for Gabby
Her disappearance in late August 2021 led to a national search, and her remains were found on September 19, 2021, near Spread Creek in Wyoming's Bridger-Teton National Forest.
Craft Behind the Public Success for Gabby
Authorities determined that she had been killed by her fiance, Brian Laundrie. The facts of her death brought painful attention to intimate partner violence, warning signs in unhealthy relationships, and the need for systems that listen carefully when people are at risk.
Life Beyond the Stage for Gabby
Gabby's family chose to turn grief into public service. The facts of her death brought painful attention to intimate partner violence, warning signs in unhealthy relationships, and the need for systems that listen carefully when people are at risk. Gabby's family chose to turn grief into public service.
Trials Met Along the Way for Gabby
The Gabby Petito Foundation was created to support survivors of domestic violence, help families of missing people, educate communities, and improve prevention and response.
Gabby’s Where the Music First Began
Gabrielle Venora Petito, known publicly as Gabby, was born on March 19, 1999, in Blue Point, New York. Family and friends remembered her as joyful, artistic, adventurous, and deeply connected to nature.
The Sounds That Shaped a Young Life for Gabby — An Enduring Legacy
She loved travel, movies, music, healthy food, and creating art, and she was especially proud of the cross-country journey she was documenting through her Nomadic Statik travel channel.
Condolence Book: Your Words for Gabby
Share a memory, a message of love or words of comfort with everyone who holds Gabby close.
Volume of Memories
In Loving Memory of Gabby Petito
“Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day.”
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Gabby Petito In Rhythm, Performance and Reflection
Photographs preserving the artist at work, the person beyond the stage and the moments audiences continue to hold close
Gabby: A Defining Public Moment
A carefully preserved image from Gabby Petito’s life and public story.
Memory 1 of 8
Voices That Remember Gabby
Family, collaborators and listeners reflect on the voice, character and creative spirit they remember
The Life Story ofGabby Petito
Gabby’s Story, Held Close
The beginnings, relationships, creative choices and defining work behind a life that continues to resonate
Gabby’s Where the Music First Began
Gabrielle Venora Petito, known publicly as Gabby, was born on March 19, 1999, in Blue Point, New York. Family and friends remembered her as joyful, artistic, adventurous, and deeply connected to nature.
The Sounds That Shaped a Young Life for Gabby
She loved travel, movies, music, healthy food, and creating art, and she was especially proud of the cross-country journey she was documenting through her Nomadic Statik travel channel.
Finding an Unmistakable Voice for Gabby
In 2021, Gabby set out to visit national parks and share the beauty of the American West.
The Work That Reached the World for Gabby
Her disappearance in late August 2021 led to a national search, and her remains were found on September 19, 2021, near Spread Creek in Wyoming's Bridger-Teton National Forest.
Craft Behind the Public Success for Gabby
Authorities determined that she had been killed by her fiance, Brian Laundrie. The facts of her death brought painful attention to intimate partner violence, warning signs in unhealthy relationships, and the need for systems that listen carefully when people are at risk.
Life Beyond the Stage for Gabby
Gabby's family chose to turn grief into public service. The facts of her death brought painful attention to intimate partner violence, warning signs in unhealthy relationships, and the need for systems that listen carefully when people are at risk. Gabby's family chose to turn grief into public service.
Trials Met Along the Way for Gabby
The Gabby Petito Foundation was created to support survivors of domestic violence, help families of missing people, educate communities, and improve prevention and response.
The Music and Memory That Remain for Gabby
Its mission carries forward the phrase associated with Gabby's memory, 'She touched the world,' by transforming a devastating loss into practical help, awareness, and advocacy for others.
The People at the Heart of Gabby’s Life
The family relationships and generations that belong to Gabby’s story.
The Parents Who Shaped Gabby’s Beginning
Nichole Schmidt
mother
Nichole Schmidt is publicly documented as mother within Gabby Petito’s family story.
Joseph Petito
father
Joseph Petito is publicly documented as father within Gabby Petito’s family story.
Nicole Schmidt
mother
Nicole Schmidt is publicly documented as mother within Gabby Petito’s family story.
Tara Petito
stepmother
Tara Petito is publicly documented as stepmother within Gabby Petito’s family story.
Jim Schmidt
stepfather
Jim Schmidt is publicly documented as stepfather within Gabby Petito’s family story.
Beyond the Public Story: Remembering Gabby
A more intimate visual remembrance of the warmth, humour and humanity that existed beyond public performance
In memory of Gabby Petito (1999–2021). Share stories, messages, and memories with family and friends.