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BARBARA FRITZ Obituary


BARBARA JEAN FRITZ (Age 90)  
On Saturday, October 26, 2013, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late John H. Fritz; mother of Steven (Carmen), Lawrence (Renee), Ruth Doherty (the late Robert), John (Elizabeth), Lois McDuffee (Thomas), Christopher (Shannon), David (Peggy) and the late Paul; sister of Edmond J. McElligott, the late Geraldine Fritz and the late Mary Bruner. Also survived by 18 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday, November 1 from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Grace Church, 15661 Norbeck Blvd., Silver Spring, MD, on Saturday, November 2 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to So Others Might Eat (S.O.M.E.), www.some.org.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Oct. 29, 2013.

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October 31, 2013

I am so sorry about Aunt Barb. She was such a beautiful person inside and out. I remember our summers in Kansas City and all the fun we had. My prayers are with you and I feel a peace when I think about all the sisters and husbands being together. Love to all. Cousin Karen Clevenger

Karen Place

October 30, 2013

Deepest sympathy to the family of Mrs. Fritz.

Lisa

October 29, 2013

My condolences to the family of Barbara Fritz. Our heavenly Father is aware of your pain and suffering. May you allow the peace of God to help you to cope during this time of need. (Phillipians 4:6,7)

October 29, 2013

Dear Ruth and Family Members,
It is with great sorrow that we learn of the passing of your mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. My prayers will go out for comfort to you and your family and for your deceased mother.
Very Respectfully with Sympathy,
John B. Hager

October 29, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in family, friends and prayer (Psalm 65:2) during this difficult time.

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