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John Fries Obituary
He was the proprietor of The Wood Doctor furniture repair & restoration shop in Bath, PA for over 25 years. John also worked for C.F. Martin Guitar and Stofanik's Kitchens in Lower Nazareth.
John was a collector of many Corvette cars through the years and a member of area Corvette Club Associations with winning entires in the highest shows in the region and took great pride in preserving the original condition of all the cars he previously owned.
John was a youth football coach for the Upper Nazareth Clippers for many years.
John is deeply missed and survived by his wife of 49 years, Miki (Engler) Fries; two children, Marci Sank and John Fries; his 5 grandchildren Caleb Messinger, Alden Fries, Timothy Sank, Braxton Fries & Jillian Sank; and his siblings, Joan Boyer, Calvin Fries, Herbert Fries & David Fries.
John was preceded in death by twin grandchildren Madison and Juliana, a sister Joyce Kemmerer and a brother Roger Fries.
Services will be private, at the family's request. Arrangements are entrusted to the Schmidt Funeral Home, PC in Nazareth.
Expressions of sympathy may be offered at schmidtfuneralhomepc.com.
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Julie Niski
January 6, 2026
Thinking of John today. God Bless.
Kathy Rockovits
January 18, 2023
Miki & family. A little late with my response. After 1 year it isn't much better. I know. Anyone that knew John will miss him forever. He was a funny. Caring , great man. All the great times we had with you both will forever be fond memories. Keep your faith old friend, you will be together again.
harry holub
January 21, 2022
So sorry to hear of Johns passing...he was one of a kind...great craftsman....Harry Holub and Linda
Sandy Sommers
January 15, 2022
Miki so sorry to hear about John.
Rember the good times.
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Ann Darby
January 15, 2022
My condolences. He was a great man. He will be missed
Anita Hahn
January 12, 2022
So sorry I caned chairs for John for years. He would make furniture better than new a great person
Bob and Linda Hufnagel, Raleigh, NC
January 12, 2022
Although we were only next door neighbors for about two years, we have many fond memories of our time there. Miki, we are very sorry for the loss of your lifelong partner. Find comfort in knowing that you will be together again. God be with you and your family.
Linda Hufnagel.
Beverly Long
January 12, 2022
Condolences to you, Miki and your family. It is so hard to lose a loved one. May you be surrounded by angels.
Fred Scott
January 12, 2022
Miki and family I am so sorry to hear about John. He was a very good friend of mine and a buddy! I will always remember the good times.
Debbi Stevens Lyons
January 12, 2022
Miki and family,
I am so very very sorry to hear of John´s passing. Cherish your memories and remember he is always with you. So sad for everyone. Prayers.
Debbi Stevens Lyons
Julie Niski
January 12, 2022
Miki,my condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan cope
January 11, 2022
Miki ,
I´m so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time . God bless
Angelika Leitner
January 11, 2022
Please accept my condolences in your family´s loss. I shall keep you all in my thoughts and prayers as you travel the difficult road that lies ahead
Diana Drew
January 11, 2022
So very sorry. You are all in my prayers. Much love you Miki, John, and Marci, as well as your families. May God send comfort to you all.
David DeLorenzo
January 11, 2022
So sorry for your loss. My condolences to your Family.
Debbie (Schreck) Fehr
January 11, 2022
So sorry for your loss Miki. You & John are the longest married friends I have. I remember being in your wedding. It's hard losing your best friend. Hugs to you & your families. May God comfort & keep you!!
Debbie
Melinda Allen
January 11, 2022
My deepest condolences to Miki and the family.
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