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Alfred Henry "Al" Fritzinger Sr.

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Gilbert Funeral Home

444 Pershing Blvd

Whitehall, Pennsylvania

Alfred Fritzinger Obituary

Fritzinger Sr., Alfred "Al" HenryAlfred "Al" Henry Fritzinger Sr. 79 years of Whitehall, passed away at his home Wednesday April 9, 2014. He was the son of the late Nevin and Mildred (Yeager) Fritzinger and the husband of Mary Kumernitsky Fritzinger. He enlisted in the US Navy from 1951 to 1955 serving on the USS Jeffers and USS Hyman during the Korean conflict. After service he worked for the Bethlehem Steel and Atlas Cement. He then joined the Whitehall Township Police Department in 1962 and retired as a Lieutenant in 1989. While serving with Whitehall Police he earned an Associate Degree in criminology and was the chief negotiator who advocated for comparative wages and benefits for the entire police department. He was awarded several citations for departmental accomplishments and for bravery in the line of duty. After retirement he formed a non profit fraternal organization for law enforcement and served as President of Pa Law Enforcement Officers Association which operated an indoor gun range and fitness center for it's members. He was an entrepreneur all of his adult life owning and operating several family run businesses ranging from trucking, vending machines, pest exterminating and more. He was a member and Treasurer of the American Legion Post 576 in Allentown and The VFW Post 7293 in Whitehall. Survivors: Wife, Mary Fritzinger of Whitehall, sons Alfred Jr and wife Tammy of Bethlehem, Douglas and wife Wanda of Treichlers, Todd of Danielsville and daughter Stacy of Whitehall. He was predeceased by son Kevin and daughter Tracy. He is also survived by sisters Shirley Gerny of West Palm Beach Fl, Sandra Valent of Coplay, Linda Bobenko of Ruchsville and brother David Fritzinger of Neffs. He was predeceased by brothers Nevin, Ralph, and James Fritzinger and sister Lana Hartman. Additional survivors are grandsons Adam, Douglas II, Dillon, and Shawn Fritzinger, granddaughters Jacqueline German, Kristina Fritzinger, Zancheska Fritzinger; great grandson Caleb German, great granddaughters Giana German and Isabella Fritzinger. Services: Private. The Gilbert Funeral Home of Whitehall is honored to handle his arrangements.

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Published by Morning Call on Apr. 13, 2014.

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Debbie Gardo

April 9, 2025

Thinking of you, Mary, Tracy, Kevin and Al.

Douglas hahn

April 7, 2021

I miss you Al.This brought back a lot of good memories.Miss you buddy.

Chasity Danner

April 10, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the entire Fritzinger family. Al was a wonderful man who was a great boss at PLEAO. He will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

April 9, 2015

Prayers to the family. I worked at PLEOA briefly. Al was a very nice man.

Terrilynn Petko

April 23, 2014

To the entire Fritzinger family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Mr Fritzinger was a great boss to me.Years ago when my son had a stroke, he really went out of his way and said if there was anything he could do to help me. That meant alot to me. I will miss him.He made us all laugh. I will always be grateful for all he did for me at PLEOA.

Ruth Kocher

April 22, 2014

To the entire Fritzinger family, my deepest sympathy. To Al, sorry i couldnt be there as i was dealing with serious health issues, but know that i loved u as a friend not as a boss. You were my mentor, friend and confidant. You were always there for me when i needed u, as u were for all ur employees. We all looked forward to ur special greeting every morning and that big smile. When my daughter was terminal, u took it upon urself to pay my salary so that i could spend time with her. WHAT A MAN! Till we meet again.

April 21, 2014

Mary. I am so sorry to hear about Al. My thoughts are with you
Veronica and John

Dave Tapler

April 20, 2014

My thoughts are with you all-aj, Doug. Stacy, Todd Adam and Shawn. I know how you feel-my mom passed last year. I will deeply miss him. He was like my second father at the pleao. He and I had some great times there. We made each other laugh many times. I will surely miss him. Thoughts and prayers to you all. Mary-If I can help in any way, please call me.

Jayne Snyder

April 16, 2014

Stacy, sorry for your loss.

April 16, 2014

Mr. Fritzinger and the Fitness Line & Firing Line will be dearly missed. I know I speak for many members when I say we appreciate all Mr. Fritzinger did. Thank you, Mrs. Fritzinger for sharing your husband with us. We will never forget the kindness of Mr. Fritzinger when our son, who was a retired police office was killed. Please accept our sincere condolences. We will be praying for you at this difficult time. Dr. Barry and Kay Whitcomb

Dee Focht

April 15, 2014

My deepest sympathy for your loss.

Ellen Yanni

April 14, 2014

To the entire Fritzinger family, I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to all of you. May God Bless and comfort you at this difficult time. Rest in Peace.

April 14, 2014

My sincere condolences to the Fritzinger family. Al Sr. was a great guy and will surely be missed.
Mike Sodl

Sherri Mazziotta

April 14, 2014

Uncle Al toi erre a Great Uncle. Always solved My problème for me,I Will Truely miss you,and bless the familyusherri

Karen Herman-Pammer

April 14, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Fritzinger's passing. May you find comfort in knowing he is always with you every second of the day. May he rest in peace.

April 14, 2014

AJ,
Sorry to hear about your Father. My condolences to you and your family.
Buzz

Kevin Barnes

April 14, 2014

Sincere sympathy to the Fritzinger family. Your pain is felt by many. Al Sr. was a gentleman who always had my highest respect. Truly a tough act to follow.

Debbie Gardo

April 14, 2014

Mary and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.. God Bless ?

Debbie Gardo

April 14, 2014

Rest in Peace Mr Fritzinger, you are now with your Angels, Tracy and Kev...You were always like a second father to me..Thank you for that! And a great boss! You will be deeply missed always with that pleasant smile.
Debbie Gardo

Michael Sabol

April 13, 2014

“Sometimes, the Lord just takes blessed people because they've filled their purpose early. Everyone plays their own song. They sing their story to the world and leave behind a melody of memories. Sometimes... their song is cut short and ends too early. But that doesn't mean their music was any less sweet or that they left any less of an impression.” R.I.P. BIG AL.

Tiffany Tapler

April 13, 2014

My condolences to the entire Fritzinger family. Al was a great man-keep close the joyous memories for they will help you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

April 13, 2014

My condolences to A J and your family.

Aida Formisano

April 13, 2014

Rest in peace Al...
Love always Aida

Doug Hahn

April 13, 2014

Sorry about your loss . He was a great guy.The Hahn's

Pat & Dave Neidig

April 13, 2014

Mary & Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Your hearts are in our prayers and thoughts.
Pat & Dave Neidig

MARILYN VANDERGRIFT