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Michael Fritz Obituary
Michael G. Fritz, 34, of Kutztown, passed away Friday, February 6, 2009. He was the husband of Jennifer A. (Buss) Fritz. They were married four years this past July. Born in Allentown, he was the son of William C. and Keturah D. (Dodd) Fritz of Allentown. He was a treatment counselor for Community Service Foundation of Pottstown for the past 10 years. He attended the United Church of Christ services at Zion Union Church, Maxatawny. In 1996, he received a criminal justice degree from Penn State University. He was also a member of fantasy football leagues and played softball for church leagues. Survivors: Wife; parents, brother, Robert and his wife, Katrina Fritz, sister Deanna Kehm, all of Allentown, father and mother in law, Joseph and Sandra L. Buss of Allentown, sister-in-law Christina, wife of Matthew Schaffer of Limeport, brother-in-law, Anthony and his wife Anna Buss of Emmaus; nephews Tanner Fritz and Matthew Buss, nieces Autumn Fritz, Arianna Kehm, Zoe Schaffer, Emily Buss; beloved pets Athena, Jerry Lee, Apollo. He was predeceased by an infant brother. Services: 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown, calling hours 9:30-10:30 a.m. www.trexlerfuneralhome.com. Contributions: May be made in lieu of flowers, to Animals in Distress, P.O. Box 609, Coopersburg, 18036.
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for Michael Fritz
Alba suarez
February 22, 2009
Dearest Jen, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and the family. This is a great loss. I will always remember you at the big MO., especially when you would come to the office with a smile and your class or even to make phone calls for you to speak in spanish to those parents who didn't speak english. You are missed. Again my sympathy and prayers go out to the family.
K Kaufman
February 18, 2009
Jen,
I knew both of you from years ago. I cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your and the families loss.
Take Care,
Betty(Gatens) Horos
February 14, 2009
Billy , Kay and family: I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son, Michael. I got a phone call from Louisanna from your mother (my cousin) telling me of the sad news. No parent should have to bear such sorrow. I will surely keep you and your family in my prayers.
Maribeth Kuhn
February 14, 2009
Jennifer,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Mike's passing. We remember running into the two of you at the Giant on Emmaus Ave almost every weekend around the time our oldest was just a baby (5+ yrs ago). Barry also remembers playing lots of pick-up basketball games with Mike at various parks and at the church gym they rented on Saturdays. Mike used to challenge Barry to see which of them could jump higher. Please know that your family is in our thoughts & prayers.
Barry, Maribeth, Ashley & Bayley Kuhn
Brian Hahn
February 12, 2009
To the Fritz Family,
I am very sorry to here about your loss, please keep in mind all the happy times you had with and God Bless You.
Brian Hahn
(DSC Facility)
Ron & Evelyn Stortz
February 12, 2009
Bill and family, we are sorry for the loss of your son, your family will be in our prayers. Remember there is always the hope of being together again in the ressurection.
Liayn Morris
February 11, 2009
To the entire Fritz Family-
I can remember growing up together with Mike...from Dodd through Dieruff. He was always the kid who never had a mean word for anyone, and even if he didn't have a smile on his face, his eyes seemed to smile anyway. I am so very, sincerely sorry for your loss...but I am absolutely honored that my children are lucky enough to grow up knowing his family.
Liayn (Reagan) and Keith Morris
Joey, Julie, and Emily
Neighbors of Katrina and Rob
Sandy Buss
February 11, 2009
To everyone that has sent us prayers and best wishes, we thank you. I am Jennifer's mother and she has so much pain from this loss. Michael was a remarkable son-in-law, so helpful, so funny and so good to our daughter. We loved him like a son. His smile will be forever in our hearts. I will always be grateful to Michael for the love he gave our beautiful girl, for the understanding he showed her and for the devotion to her. Jennifer is so lost without him as is the whole family. Please be comforting and remember Michael for all the good things you all have listed. I will remember Michael for the cookies he ate before dinner, for the rock garden he made me and for all the times I called him when my husband and I needed a Mr. Fixit. My husband was close to Michael and they did many projects together. Michael was not afraid to try anything. But most of all I am grateful for having known him and for all the love he showed everyone especially my daughter. God Bless my son-in-law. May God wrap him in love and give him peace.
James Menapace
February 11, 2009
I'd like to express my deepest sympathy to Mike's wife and family. He was a wonderul person and colleague. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Elia, Missy & Sharon (PTNA)
February 11, 2009
To Bill and Family:
Our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your son, Michael. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Take care of each other and keep all of the wonderful memories close in your hearts.
Michael Annoni
February 11, 2009
My sympathy and prayers go out to the entire Fritz family. I know Mike will be missed.
Joe & Sara Mercado
February 10, 2009
Jen, our prayers are with you and your family. We are very sorry for your loss. Know that God is with you and will help you heal.
Maria Pursel, PTNA
February 10, 2009
To Bill and his family:
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
So very sorry for the loss of your son.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Judy Fitch
February 10, 2009
I would like to send my deepest sympathy to Mike's family and wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary Jo Hebling
February 10, 2009
I was saddened by the news of Mike's passing. I had the pleasure of working with him at CSF in one of the first Professional Learning Groups. We all shared much of ourselves during that time together. I will remember Mike's open spirit.
My prayers are with you.
Dianne Matthias
February 10, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Pam Thompson
February 10, 2009
I want to express my deepest sympathy to Mike's family. As you already know, he was a wonderful man. Mike had a special way of balancing strength and tenderness.
He will be greatly missed. Some of the things I will miss about Mike are his Steelers apparel, wearing shorts in the middle of winter, great sense of humor and the way that his face lit up every time that he spoke about Jennifer.
Mike brought much love and joy to this world.
Love in Christ,
Pam & Dwight Thompson
Ben & Carolyn Powell
February 10, 2009
Jen,
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Jane Leonard
February 9, 2009
Kay, Bill, Deanna, Rob, Katrina and the entire Fritz family:
My prayers go out to the entire family. Mike was a great person to know. I feel like it was just yesterday that we were all playing on Brookdale St and waiting for the street lights to go on and would rush home before the last one went on.
Please let me know if there is anything that I can do, Deanna has my email at work.
God Bless and Take Care!!!
Love,
Jane
Mary Maritch
February 9, 2009
Dear Kay, Bill and Family,
My heart goes out to you and your family in the loss of your son Mike. In time, you will not focus on what was taken away from you but what was given to you. May your memories of him dry your tears and comfort that ache in your heart. When our loved one dies, they do not leave us...they simply begin their eternity. My deepest sympathy.
Rene P. Scheirer
February 9, 2009
Dear Kay, Bill and Family,
When I met Michael he was a small boy waiting patiently for his Mom. Kay and I were being interviewed for the RTT program at LCCC and she introduced me to him. I am sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Rene P. Scheirer
February 9, 2009
Jen,
Thinking about you and wishing you peace and comfort. Sincere sympathy.
Joan Webre (ASD)
Carol Filipovits
February 9, 2009
Jenny,
My heart goes out to you. Please accept my sincere and deepest sympathy.
Melissa Morgan
February 9, 2009
Rob and family, my deepest sympathies on the loss of Mike. May God wrap you in his arms and carry you through this most difficult time. Hold on to the good memories and let them be you solace as you grieve. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jolene Atkins
February 9, 2009
Being Jay Brey's older sister I can remember Mike, a.k.a. "Fritz" as being a constant fixture at our house. It was like having a third brother. Those two were always together and oh the laughter! I will always remember Mike's laugh! He had his own unique laugh and when he got going his whole body would start to shake, starting with his shoulders. It was funny sometimes just to watch and listen to him laugh. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Jennifer and the entire Fritz family. I pray that you will find peace and comfort during this difficult time. May you take comfort in knowing that "the God of all comfort, comforts us in all our troubles..." 2 Corinthians 1:3b-4a.
Patty Saulinas Van 128
February 9, 2009
I would like to sent to the family of Mike my deepest sympathy. I am one of the drivers for the school. Mike always had a smile on his face everytime I saw him... and would wave HI. My prayers will be with him and you at this time.
he will be missed. We lost a good guy!!!
Sue Bogard
February 9, 2009
I am so sorry to learn about Mike's death. I knew him through his work at CSF. Please know that he will missed by many and there are so many kids who will not benefit from his caring.
Kristie Fogel
February 9, 2009
Kay and Bill, I just wanted to send my deepest sympathies. If there is anything i can do, please let me know.
Carol Follweiler
February 9, 2009
Kay and Bill, My deepest sympathy to both of you and your family. Know that my prayers are with you at this time.
God will carry you through this time of need.
February 9, 2009
Jen,
Deepest sympathy on the untimely passing of your husband. Your are in my thoughts and prayers. Be strong, sweet lady, for Mike would want that.
Donna Smith Mosser Elementary
Debbie/Michael Heywood
February 9, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to Rob and family, and all the extended family of Michael. Remember him in your hearts and he is always with you.
Craig Adamson
February 9, 2009
Mike was a valued employee at CSF Buxmont. He was admired by coworkers and students alike. Mike was dedicated to helping change the lives of at-risk youth. Mike is a unsung hero in the hearts of many kids.
What I remember most about Mike was are fun banter we had regarding football. Mike and I were both involved in fantasy football leagues and we always talked about our teams. I would also talk about the better PA team....Eagles...but Mike always had a response of "how many superbowls have the Steelers won??" It would always shut me up.
You will be greatly missed. My heart and prayers go out to Mike's family....I am sorry for your loss.
Regrets,
Craig Adamson
Beverly Wolf
February 9, 2009
Kay and Family,
Our deepest sympathies are with you. Mike was a great kid and I enjoyed having him spend time at our home as he was growing up.
Rob & Deanna--you had a great brother and we miss and love all of you. If you need anything, give a call.
Your family is in all our prayers.
Love,
Bev, Dick Wolf & Don Snyder
Melody Shane
February 8, 2009
Jenny, Thinking of you in your hour of sorrow, may you take comfort in knowing that your friends share your sorrows.
:For I am thy God: I will strengthen thee, I will help thee: Isaish 41:10
With My Deepest Synpathy,
Melody (A friends of your mother's)
Kathie Fronza
February 8, 2009
Dear Jenny,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May memories of happy days with Mike give you strength during this difficult time...
Kathie, Bob, Niki (Hirschman) & Tony Fronza
John Zimmerman
February 8, 2009
I have many fond memories playing softball on our Church team with Mike for a few years. Mostly of him going all out trying to catch my bad throws to him at first base, or hustling to make an over the shoulder catch in foul territory.
I'm sorry I didn't get to know him better and get to enjoy his friendship off the field as well. May God bless all of Mike's family and friends as they journey through this very hard time of loss.
Tracy Snoke
February 8, 2009
My deepest sympathy, prayers and support to the Fritz family. I worked with Mike at the Bethlehem school, he Shawn and I were "team partners" for most of my years there. I can't think of a single memory of my time at CSF that doesn't include Mike. He loved his family, his dogs and the Steelers very much. The world has lost a truly wonderful man who was such an inspiration to countless people, both teens and adults alike. He will be missed.
Mike Walker
February 8, 2009
I worked with Mike for the past several years. He took his work seriously and made a difference in many teenagers lives. There were countless reasons to love Mike. One that identified my friendship with him was how we had fun together. It was common to go outside and throw snowballs at each other. Just the other week he 'vandalized' my car so, of course, I had to get him back. We would disrupt our staff meetings with jokes and poking fun at one another. Mike was a very loyal friend and I appreciate ALL he did for me. I miss him greatly. May the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort richly bless you with peace and strength.
The Lord is my light and my salvation - whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid? Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. Psalm 27:1, 14
Chris Budinetz
February 8, 2009
Fritz Family,
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Mike. Hearing the name brings back so many laughs working with Rob, & JAY & MIKE, at arbys on lehigh st. I cant drive by there and look over and not laugh! He was great person to work with and know. Mike will never be forgotten in my mind.
Cristin Snyder
February 8, 2009
Jenny,
I wanted you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers . I am so very sorry for your loss.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Cristin (Filipovits) Snyder
Michele George
February 8, 2009
Rob and Family,
I am so sorry to hear that your brother passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Best man at my wedding. (July 31, 1999)
Jay Brey
February 8, 2009
Mike was the best friend anyone could ever hope to have growing up. He and I first met in little league, when we were in the second grade, and we were inseperable, especially during our teenage years and early twenties. Whenever something happened to one of us it also happened to the other. People would always say "Mike and Jay" this or "Jay and Mike" that, never just one or the other. We went to school together from third grade through our sophomore year at Penn State, often taking the same classes. We worked, played, laughed and cried together through good times and bad. As I drove through Allentown yesterday every street and intersection had a story of fun times spent with "Fritz", as he was known to his friends. Every park, store and restaurant I passed holds a memory and every memory brings a smile to my face and a fondness of days gone by to my heart. Mike was kind, caring, considerate, loving, trustworthy, friendly, hard working, dedicated, self sacrificing, loyal, and a great friend. The product of a loving family, and goodness he displayed in his life is a testimony to that love. He will be greatly missed and I consider myself privileged to have grown up with such a great friend, and to have been so close to him for so long. My thoughts and prayers are with Jennifer and the entire Fritz family. May God bless you and fill you with a peace that passes all understanding as you mourn such a terrible loss. I take comfort in Romans 8:28 which tells us "we can know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God". My prayer is that you find comfort as well. And though it is difficult to see what possible good can come from so terrible a tragedy, I know that great good came from Mike's life and the time he spent with us. He made a difference for good in so many lives, too many to count, especially in the lives of the young people he chose to work with. I know he made a difference in my life.
Jason and Jamee Moyer
February 7, 2009
Our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Fritz family.
I've had the pleasure to know Mike for most of my life. Starting way back with Little League Baseball, high school, basketball in the summers and up to our days as roomates at Penn St. Even though we've lost touch over the years, I will always cherish the good times we had, your smile and your good hearted nature.
Mike, you left this world way too soon my friend may you rest in peace.
Theresa and Andy Kemp and Family
February 7, 2009
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Jen and the family and friends of Michael Fritz. You are in our thoughts. Jen-Please let me know if you need anything at all.
Jason Parton
February 7, 2009
I worked with Mike at the Pottstown school. Mike had a huge heart and great sense of humor. I feel blessed to have had the chance to work with and learn from him. He had a tremendous impact on his students and touched so many lives over the years. My sympathy goes out to the family. Rest in peace Mike.
Kim Burke
February 7, 2009
My deepest sympathy goes out to Jen and all the friends and family of Michael Fritz. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gary Winkle
February 7, 2009
Our sympathy goes out to the family although i havent seen mike for a few years he was always a good friend who will be missed by all that new him
Karen Remaley
February 7, 2009
Rodney, Dianne, Kathy, and Karen would like to express our deepest sympathy to all of the Fritz family. Mike will be greatly missed.
Don Habermehl
February 7, 2009
Mike you passed way to young.I'll always remember your enthusiasm at our football drafts and your passion for the Steelers.Rest in Peace my friend may god bless you.
Barbara Palmer
February 7, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the family and to Rob on the death of his brother.
Brian/Angela Kroboth
February 7, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Fritz family. Remember the good times he gave us all.
John & Stacie Calder
February 7, 2009
We are so sorry for the loss of such a sweet man. He will always be remembered with a smile.
Ellen Saylor
February 7, 2009
I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike in the Bethlehem School and will always remember his smile and the way he loved to have fun. He was a great person and an awsome counselor. He will be missed.
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