Michael C. Fritz

1970 - 2014

Fritz, Michael C.Michael C. Fritz, 44 years of age, of Lime Kiln Drive Andreas, passed away on Wednesday October 29, 2014 at the St. Luke's University Hospital, Bethlehem. Born in Lehighton on June 8, 1970, the son of Madeline E. (Hoppes) Fritz of Andreas, and the late Carl S. Fritz who died on February 3, 1999. A 1988 Tamaqua High School graduate, Michael matriculated to Lincoln Technical School earning his certification in Electronics. He worked for Aramark Corporation in Breinigsville, and helped operate his family's farm in Andreas. Michael was affiliated with Christ Evangelical Free Church of Lehighton, Mike was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed fishing and hunting, and proudly displayed his trophy Caribou, and Moose. He was also a member of the Ontelaunee Rod & Gun Club. Pursuing his love of sports, he played softball for Zion's Stone Church and in the Bavarian League. Mike also played volleyball in the Tamaqua Adult Leagues. He was an ardent Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Survivors: Survived by his wife of four years, Tracey A. (Jasinski) Fritz. In addition to his wife and mother he is survived by; Sisters, Donna J. Curvey of Pottsville, Tammy L. Dean wife of James G. of Andreas; Paternal grandmother, Florence P. (Gilbert) Fritz of Andreas; Uncle, Nevin P. Fritz of Andreas; Nieces and nephews; Jennifer, Samantha, and Jon Alan, Jr.; Great-Niece, Emma; Best friend Joel Musselman; Cousin, Todd A. Cheese and his wife Stacey; Many other cousins also survive Michael. Services: Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 3, 2014 at 11 o'clock A.M. from Christ Evangelical Free Church of 2420 Blakeslee Blvd., Lehighton, Pennsylvania 18235. A Gathering of friends shall occur on Sunday evening, November 2, 2014 at Christ Evangelical Free Church from 6 to 8:00 P.M., and on Monday morning from 10:00 A.M. until time of services. Interment, Christ Evangelical Free Church Cemetery, Lehighton. Memorials in his name to Christ Evangelical Free Church, 2420 Blakeslee Blvd., Lehighton, Pennsylvania 18235. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 2066 West Penn Pike New Ringgold, Pennsylvania 17960. Online registry and condolences may be signed at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.