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William Fritsch Obituary
He was predeceased by the love of his life Mary, who he was married to for 68 years, and also by a son Thomas, USMC, killed in Vietnam. Mr. Fritsch served in the U.S. Navy for 7 years, 3 years during WW II. He served both in the European Theater and South Pacific. He was proud to be aboard the USS Missouri when the peace treaty was signed.
He was very active in the Knights of Columbus in the 3rd and 4th degree. Life Member of 4th Degree Color Corp. He was a member of the Elks Lodge of Middletown, #771 as well as The American Legion Post 105 and VFW 583. He was a member of St. John's Church in Cromwell since 1965. He worked a Colt's Firearms and retired from Northeast Utilities in 1979 after 34 years as a Shift Supervisor in the Control Room.
He is survived by his daughter's and two son's. Gloria & Dean Thomas of California, Patricia Fritsch of Colchester, CT, William & Bonnie Fritsch of Texas and Steven & Kimberly Fritsch of Cromwell, CT. He also leaves his grandchildren, Lauren and Chelsey Fritsch of Cromwell and Shawn & Wendy DeFelice of Marlborough, CT. One great grandson, Khanur DeFelice of Marlborough, CT. He also leaves a sister-in-law , Marge Johansen of East Windsor and many nieces and nephews, all who he loved very much.
He will be deeply missed. May he rest in peace .
Arrangements are being handled by Rose Hill Funeral Home, Elm St. in Rocky Hill, CT. Calling hours will be 4-7 pm Friday, December 21st at the Funeral Home. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. John's Church in Cromwell, CT , on Saturday morning 10 am. please go directly to the church. Burial will follow mass at Rose Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family asked that donations be made in memory to the "Thomas W. Fritsch Memorial Scholarship Fund" and sent in c/o Patricia Fritsch 4 Waterhole Rd., Colchester, CT 06415
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Memories and Condolences
for William Fritsch
Skip Hilliker
January 4, 2013
Remembering Bill and NU. Some unforgetable memories. Rest in Peace.
Brownie Martin
January 1, 2013
To Pat, Gloria and Bill.
Just to tell you guys your mom and dad were as good as a family could ask for I'm so glad I had him keeping and eye on me in my younger days while dating you Gloria. A hell of a guy, I'm proud to say I knew you all...Take care
Lisa Brown
December 29, 2012
Both your parents were such kind natured people.. sorry to hear about his death..
December 24, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.
Joe Morin
December 24, 2012
My heartfelt condolences to the Fritsch family. I only knew Bill for a short time but he was always had a smile and a kind word.
December 23, 2012
I met Bill at Apple Rehab where my Mom is a resident. He would always greet me with a smile and a wink! He was so charming and I enjoyed talking with him. I arrived at Apple to visit my Mom the day after he passed and I miss him already as do all the staff. Pat, I spoke to you a few times while you were visiting and I want to convey my sincere sympathy to you and your family as do my Mom and sister. Know that we are thinking of you all. Sincerely, Ellen
December 22, 2012
Rest in peace Bill,will meet again soon.
Izzy
Richard Dixon
December 22, 2012
Rest in peace matey.
December 21, 2012
Gloria,
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad.
Barbara Klember Landman
Bill & Sue Zadroga
December 21, 2012
Steven,Kim,Lauren & Chelsey.Deepest sympathy to you & your whole family.You are in our thoughts.
Tom & Beth Piantek
December 21, 2012
Steve,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Michael Munno
December 21, 2012
Steve, Kim, Lauren Chelsey,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this most difficult time.
Love
Mike
Rev. Bill Hodge
December 21, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Fritsch family. It has been may years since the Fritsch family lived on Summer Street and young Bill and I went to school together in Portland but I think of you from time to time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Scott Bruzik
December 21, 2012
The Fritsch Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. A wonderful man that will be deeply missed by all. We will never forget all the great memories, and how your parents used to attend our softball games. Scott and Tracey
Brian & Kelly McCarthy
December 21, 2012
Steve & Kim,
Our thoughts are with you and your family
Jim and Sherri Condon
December 21, 2012
Great man and proud Father and Grandfather. A pleasure to have known.
Santi Ranno
December 20, 2012
Dear Pat, I'm very sorry for your lost. May your dad rest in peace. My wife Ginny and I used to live downstairs from you on birdsey ave. God Bless
Barry Moyer
December 20, 2012
Dear Fritsch Family, my god be with during your time of sorrow, please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your father.
December 20, 2012
Worked with Bill for 30 years I will miss him and Mary very much, Bill never forgot someones name because everybody was Matey to him.
Miss you Matey
Bob Maine
December 20, 2012
I was a frequent visitor of the Fritsch home when I was a teenager and have fond memories of "Mr. & Mrs. Fritch". They were very devoted parents and very welcoming to me. God bless my friend Gloria & her siblings.
Barbara Lucas Ohman
December 20, 2012
My heartfelt condemences to the Fritch family. I am so glad that I got to know Bill and Mary and all of their children. Be at Peace! Scott "Doc" and Linda Thomas
Ben & Amber Bonafonte
December 20, 2012
Bill & Mary were wonderful people. Always happy. We have missed Bill at the Elks, always willing to help. R.I.P. Bill
you will be missed.
Mark Stewart
December 20, 2012
Steve,
One of mans greatest assets is the legacy he leaves behind, William C. Fritsch stood for all that is right in a man, and he valued love and honor as a cornerstone of ones character. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Fritsch family…….
Shawn DeFelice
December 20, 2012
You will never be forgotten, I will cherish all of our limitless stories of your naval times .....love you Papa
Rose Hill Funeral Homes Inc.
December 20, 2012
With deepest sympathy during this time of difficulty.
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