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for George Fries
Kim Agee
September 9, 2014
George Fries was a man that truly loved his family and his country. He cared about decency and was an example of hard work and integrity! He was always willing to help others by teaching them. I admired and respected how he loved his wife, supported his children and adored his grandchildren. 'Til we meet again! May peace and comfort bless his family.
Amanda Small
September 8, 2014
Whenever we heard that a teacher was out, the first question was, "Do we have Mr. Fries?" High fives all around when the answer was yes. Mr. Fries, you were an incredible man who was loved by all not just for your humor, but your high expectations. As a teacher now, I always hope to find a sub as good as you.
Steven Sholar
September 8, 2014
I remember Mr. Fries from York middle school and York high school. Even though he was a substitute he stood out among the rest and left a lasting impression because that's just who he was. We always were excited for him to tell us what was going on in the off season at Busch Gardens and we loved just hearing his stories during class. Rest in peace Mr. Fries
Jessica O'neal (avery)
September 8, 2014
I am so saddened by this loss, he was a good man! My fondest memory of him is on the sidelines of the York High Varsity field hockey games yelling at me to "GET HUNGRY"! He was the only one I could hear out there on the field and really made me run faster, work harder, and play better. Rest in peace, you'll never be forgotten!
melissa enyart
September 8, 2014
Mr.Fries I can still remember your smile and your sweet sense of humour always made us students so happy to know you where our magic sub teacher! You always had a way of making all of us want to be in your class and has to be magic because most us didn't want be at school lol. Your family will always have a piece of you with them, BC I know your still here protecting them and making sure they live a most fulfilled life as you did!! And if they fall down you lift them up! Thank you for being you!! You'll be missed but never forgotten. May god hold you close. Rest in peace. Love, Melissa and Ryan McNally (YHS)
Geoffrey Saur
September 8, 2014
I'll never forget his compassionate leadership style, his strength, and his humor. Whenever I bump into a random York High alum in my life's travels, fond memories of Mr. Fries never fail to relive themselves. Memory Eternal My Fries.
Elizabeth Lancaster
September 7, 2014
I am sorry for your loss. I will remember his sense of humor and kind eyes. I wish your family peace in your grief. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Carnegie
August 14, 2014
Among all close friends in a class of 227, George was much closer still as a member of 4th Squadron our first two years at USAFA. Summer bivouac, moving to the permanent site, and much more. Thanks for the help when my daughter was ill in Honolulu. Thanks for the camaraderie in the D.C. group.
Chris Culpepper
August 13, 2014
Mr. Fries, I'll never forget having you as a substitute teacher, possibly the one truly liked substitute teacher
Lisa
August 13, 2014
The best substitute teacher I ever had, Mr. Fries will be greatly missed
Teri Cheslak
August 13, 2014
Always looked forward to George's smile at Mass at the Coast Guard Station. As a fellow Master Gardner, chapel member, and also a military family with 28 years of active duty, Dave and I send our most sincere prayers for peace and the ability to focus on the happy memories.
Rachel Cerkez
August 13, 2014
He will be very missed at York High School. He was a great substitute and a great man.
Rachel Cerkez
Teacher at York High School
David Westcott Jr. (2010)
August 12, 2014
Was such a great asset to the York County School Division. His stories and his lessons touched all who had the opportunity to be guided under his supervision in education. He will forever be missed by by me and his legacy will last with all of us. I send condolences to Mr. Fries family in this time of morning. God Speed Mr. Fries!
Northampton Branch Library
August 12, 2014
Always a special patron here at the Northampton Branch Library, he will be missed. Our deepest sympathy for your loss from all of the staff.
T Griffin
August 12, 2014
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one death.
August 12, 2014
George was a friend of mine at Tabb Middle School. He was a substitute teacher there. He would come to see me every time he was at the school. It was going to be a great day for me having started it off with a conversation with George. My condolences.
Kevin Kilburn
Tabb Middle School teacher
History, 7th grade
Dane
August 11, 2014
One of my favorite substitutes. Sad to see him gone, thoughts towards his family.
August 11, 2014
I hope the family realizes that this man touched so many lives during his time as a substitute teacher and that the children of York County will be forever grateful. I remember several teachers who SPECIFICALLY would request Mr. Fries because they thought he was the best, and sometimes the ONLY one who could handle tough material in classes. He will be missed.
Jon McClure
August 11, 2014
George Joseph Charles Fries was my roommate 12th Squadron the last semester of 1960. I have many stories I could tell. GJC was my friend, my classmate, my brother.
A good man. Rest in peace.
jon
Preston Pennington
August 11, 2014
When I went to York Middle School and York High School, he was perhaps my favorite substitute teacher. When I first had the pleasure of having him sub one of my classes, I took interest in the fact he was retired Air Force; reminding me of my grandfather who served around the same time. I strongly admired his energy and dry humor. He certainly knew how to take charge of a rowdy group of students.
Chris West
August 11, 2014
Mr. Fries was a sub teacher of mine like many others back in the day. He was by far my favorite! Rest in peace sir!
Denise Latulipe
August 11, 2014
Rest in peace dear George. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family!!
Nick
August 11, 2014
Great man, excellent teacher, funny as could be. Thank you for your service. Rest in peace sir.
EmiLeigh Dwiggins
August 11, 2014
Mr. Fries gave me some wonderful memories growing up in the York County school system. Thank you for your service as a teacher and a soldier. You will be missed.
August 11, 2014
He was one of the best substitute teachers we had at York Middle and York High School! I will always remember him walking in the class and first giving us lessons about life, second making sure we do the assignments and then lastly, jokes and laughter.
Heather Steinmiller
August 11, 2014
I am at a loss for words. George was much loved by all of us at York High School and he will be deeply missed. Hugs and thoughts to everyone in the family.
Jennifer Brisson
August 11, 2014
I remember him substituting in a few classes during middle and high school. He taught us both subject and life lessons. He was a great man. I remember seeing him a few months ago and talking for a few minutes. The Fries family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
frances moore
August 11, 2014
I am so very sorry for your loss, George was a great guy. He was funny it was just a joy to see him come to Riggins motor com I so much enjoyed talking with him, I am going to miss him. I am praying for you and your family May God give you peace in this very difficult time God Bless you and your family
August 11, 2014
RIP dear Mr. George! Yorktown Middle will not be the same without you!! You will be missed and I will miss that friendly smile, quick wit and happiness that you brought!
August 11, 2014
My condolences to the Family. Col Fries was my commander in Korea, what a great man and leader. Years later i ran into him and call him col and he said my name is George. What a kind and humble man. He will be greatly missed.
Flinton M Lee
Newport News
Erika (Wilson) Zanow
August 11, 2014
I remember the first time Mr. Fries was a substitute in one of my classrooms. I am sure he taught me lessons on the assigned subject matter, but the one I remember most is respecting our flag and the Pledge of Allegiance. That is something that stuck with me as a young student. I was surprised by his command over the classroom and I came home to tell my parents about it. Imagine my surprise when a few days later, we had to pick my sister up from her friend's house and out walked Mr. Fries! "That teacher" that taught us it was a privilege to be able to salute the US flag was a very nice man. In the classroom it was all business, but in his driveway it was jokes & laughter.
He will certainly be missed by many. The Fries family will be in our thoughts during this difficult time.
August 11, 2014
Becky and family, Tom and I send our sincere sympathy to your family. I had just seen George a short time ago at the Post Office. He told me how happy you were since you had sold your home. We have wonderful memories of time spent with your family. We worked many after prom functions. Happy to say we shared a few beers! George was a wonderful man. He will be missed. Tom and Carolyn Wilson
Catherine Nierescher
August 11, 2014
One of the BEST ... he will be missed by many ... George was a good friend & colleague ... and my German students at York High School & Grafton High School will surely miss him as well ... he was a favorite ... he was the "fun & interesting, no-nonsense, get your assignments done first" substitute teacher ... R.I.P. Herr Fries
August 11, 2014
Jen,
So sorry to hear this! I feel your pain as it has just been one year my mom passed. My condolences and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.
Shannon Jarvis
Shannon Jarvis
August 11, 2014
So sorry for your loss Jen... I feel your pain. My condolences and prayers to you and all of your family at this difficult time.
Shannon Jarvis
Anthony Smart
August 11, 2014
"Sir George" what a nice man! He was always courteous, quick minded, full of life and it was a joy to serve him at the Optometry Department. He will be missed!
Beverly Ritz
August 11, 2014
George,
You will be missed by the FT Eustis Eye Clinic staff. We truly enjoyed having you as one of us. God Bless your family during this time. Until we meet again.
Patricia Goodrich
August 10, 2014
Wonderful man!! I feel honored to have known him. He surely will be missed!
August 10, 2014
We will miss you Mr. Fries.
Linda M Serwatka
August 10, 2014
When I called him Colonel he replied "call me George". He will be missed.
August 10, 2014
George, you will be missed. From our first meeting our friendship was sealed. We trust you are now among your fellow officers, friends and family in heaven. Jim and Loretta Murphy
Kathy Michaels
August 10, 2014
Becke,
Bob and I always enjoyed spending time with George. You never had to guess his opinion on any subject-he told you right out. He was a good guy and will be missed by all of us who loved him. Blessings on you and your family.
Navy Seabees building a "just-in-time" airfield for USAF C-17s
Larry Arcement
August 10, 2014
George was a great friend to the York High School Navy JROTC program and cadets. He was a huge supporter of the program, and we cannot thank him enough for his enthusiasm and leadership, always ready to mentor young cadets with words of encouragement. He will be missed.
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