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Calvin Fritz
1926 - 2014
Calvin Fritz
1926 - 2014
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BORN
1926
DIED
2014
Calvin Fritz Obituary
Calvin C. Fritz, 87, of Belleville, Ill., born March 9, 1926, in East St. Louis, Ill., passed away Saturday, March 8, 2014 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Belleville, Ill.
Mr. Fritz was a retired real estate agent for Four Star Homes who was recognized as a member of the Million Dollar Club several times and who also worked 40 years for Mobil Oil Company. He was a member of St. Matthew United Methodist Church, Belleville, Ill., a former justice of the peace and town auditor for Stookey Township, Special Deputy Sheriff of St. Clair County, president of New Life Club, president of St. Clair County Health Improvement Association (HIA), treasurer of Belleville Senior Citizens Center, a lifetime charter member of the Tribute to a Generation awarded by Mel Price, Jr., a lifetime member of American Legion Post 58, Belleville, Ill., and VFW Post 1739, Belleville, Ill. Mr. Fritz served with the United States Navy as a Seaman 1st Class, serving on the USS St. George (AV-16) during World War II. During this time, he survived a serious attack by Japanese kamikaze planes.
Calvin was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Mamie, nee Schaefer, Fritz; and a sister, Marcile Rasch.
Surviving are his wife of 67 years, Frances E., nee Howard, Fritz, whom he married on June 16, 1946 at St. Paul's Methodist Church; children, Howard (Nancy) Fritz and Scott (Kathleen) Fritz; grandchildren, Timothy (Marcia) Fritz and Angela Fritz; great-grandchildren, Thomas Henry Fritz and Jonathan Scott Fritz; and sister, Bernice Obrecht.
Memorials in his honor are appreciated to the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.valhallagardensandfunralhome.com.
Visitation: Friends may visit from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 15, 2014 at Valhalla Gaerdner Holten Funeral Home, 3412 Frank Scott Parkway, Belleville, Ill.
Funeral: A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 15, 2014 at the funeral home with Pastor Larry Patton officiating. Inurnment with military honors will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, March 17, 2014, at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Mo.
VALHALLA GAERDNER HOLTEN FUNERAL HOME, Belleville, Ill.
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March 17, 2014
Dear Fritz Family,
Calvin Clifford Henry Fritz was a long time most dear friend of mine. I met Calvin 41 years ago. He showed and sold me my first home (also the second, third and a few more). Then, he was a pipe smoking Sweetheart. I loved being around him and exchanging stories about our lives. He and Francis have been a mainstay in my diet of life.
Calvin taught me almost everything that I currently know about real estate and real estate transactions. We worked together for a company called Foremost Home brokers in the early 80's. When Cal came into the office, everyone would smile. His graceful appearance and voice of wisdom and experience made us feel at ease.
In more recent years we have stood together and fought the world's battles. His calming voice on the phone and his most kind “Bye Bye”
at the end of every phone call will stay in my heart forever.
I love him. He is my Buddy.
I regret not knowing of his passing earlier as I just got word this morning.
We have lost a treasure. I will never forget.
With Loving Thoughts,
Wayne Edward Keck
Judy Rasch Bemowski
March 14, 2014
Howard,Nancy,Scott & Katie,
I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing..please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences. When I was married to Ray Rasch...we spent some fun times at your parents house..listening to many stories about your dad's military days. A couple times, Ray would buy fish dinners and we would take them to their house and eat together. My prayers are with you all during this sad time. God bless you and comfort you and may your dear dad rest in peace in the arms of our Lord.
Gene Doyle
March 13, 2014
I am always sad to hear of the passing of a former East St Louisan,especially a veteran. I was born in East St Louis in 1933 & served with the US Army in Korea in 1954. My condolences to the family.
Donna Harris
March 12, 2014
Dearest Scott and Katie,
My deepest, heartfelt sympathy for you and your family. I am so very sorry. May the peace of Jesus tenderly comfort you. May His reassurance of seeing your Dad again, in heaven, bring you hope. I will be praying for you.
Love, in Christ Jesus, Donna
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March 12, 2014
Scott,
Our sincerest condolences and prayers to you and your family. May the Lord almighty bring you peace during this time of sorrow. God bless.
John and Jackie Pecon
Marybeth Curry
March 10, 2014
Howie, Nancy, Angie, Scott,
We are sending prayers and thinking of you and your families as you say your final goodbye to Calvin.
God Bless,
Marybeth and Stan
March 10, 2014
We are praying that the Holy Spirit of God will comfort you, Katie and your family deeply during this time of grief in ways that friends and words cannot.
Dave and Deb Marden
Woody
March 10, 2014
Scott:
May you and your family find peace under the wing of the Lord Almighty during this time. As Seasons come and go, may the Lord's Grace be a comfort and strength in all the days that lie ahead. His promises are never failing and can hold each and every one forever and ever.
In Christ's Love,
March 10, 2014
Scott And Family
My sincerest condolences
Ahmed Nabil Abdel-latif
Virginia Hospital Center
Jennifer Schmidt
March 10, 2014
So very sorry for your loss....
Jennifer Schmidt
Jannx
March 10, 2014
Our condolences, thoughts, and prayers go out to the Fritz family.
Robert and Julia St.John
Tim Fritz
March 10, 2014
Grandpa was a wonderful, hard working man who did everything he could for his family. He always made time to talk and loved Thomas and Jonathan very much. We will miss you Grandpa and love you!
March 10, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Jeff, Jill, Jason, and Katie McGovern
Howard Fritz
March 10, 2014
Dear Dad,
A lot of water has passed under the bridge between us over the years. I'm saddened by your death, but glad you are no longer suffering in pain and indignity. We are all happy you are now finally at peace. I pray our LORD Jesus Christ has embraced you in his arms and some day, in the future, we will all meet again.
Love You Dad,
Your Son Howard
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