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Wayne Fritsch Obituary

Fritsch, Wayne E. "Buzz" Passed peacefully into eternal life on Tuesday, October 16, 2012, age 77. Buzz is survived by his sons David (Joanne) and Gregory (Margaret), his daughter Leslie (Larry) Lorino, his good friend and loving companion, Gloria (Engle) Fritsch, sister Donna (the late Jim) Mutschler of Dodgeville, and six grandchildren: Ellie, Hannah, Tom, Emma, Molly and Sam, numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Buck and Alma (Ellis) Fritsch. Buzz, a 1953 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, a wonderful Grandpa, Dad and friend, was perhaps best known for his lifelong passion for tennis, the Green Bay Packers and Wisconsin Badgers. The son of an auto dealer, Buzz was a natural salesman whose career in the auto industry spanned more than 50 years. A gathering to celebrate Buzz's life, open to family and friends, will be held at the Centennial Bar and Grille located at 10352 N. Port Washington Rd., Mequon, on Tuesday, November 13, from 5:30-8:30 PM.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Oct. 26 to Oct. 28, 2012.

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David & Paulette Chung

November 24, 2012

Dear Gloria, David, Leslie, Greg, and Families,
Deepest sympathies from our family to yours. From what we knew of Buzz through all of those family get- togethers, he was a kind, gentle, sweet man. Even though you'll miss him physically, we know that all of the wonderful memories of him and your time together will remain with you warm your hearts forever. God Bless you all.

matthew karn

November 13, 2012

sympathy and best wishes to all the family and friends. may his life and love live on in the memories of his family and friends.please know that i will be praying for the family in these difficult times. so sorry i will not be able to attend the celebration.i will be dedicating tonights show to 'Buzz' and family.so sad to lose my last uncle. peace and love; Matthew (karn#4)

Chris Dubiak

November 2, 2012

David, Joanne, Gregory, Margaret, Leslie, Larry, Gloria, Ellie, Hannah, Tom, Emma, Molly and Sam
Deepest sympathies on the passing of your father/grandfather/friend. What a loving, caring part of your family to be missing.

Tom & Mary Pat Brown

October 30, 2012

Dave, I didn't know your dad but he did two things I respect, worked in the car business and raised a really great son. While I'm sure youe siblings are also great I know from personal experience that any dad should take pride in a son like you. Please know that Mary Pat and I are thinking of you in this time of sadness

Don & Rosemary Cowan

October 29, 2012

Dear Gloria & Family- we were so sorry to hear of Buzz's passing. We had many good times with all of you, bowling, family camping, sharing good meals together.

Al,Stephania Clements

October 27, 2012

May God Bless you all. And your hearts be filled with wonderful memories.

October 27, 2012

My sympathies in the passing of your dad. Peter and Lenora (Weber) Mulock

"Buzz" 1953 High School Graduation

Wayne "Buzz" Fritsch

October 27, 2012

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