Bevo Fritz

Bevo Fritz was born June 2,1954 in Richmond, KY to Grace Mansfield Fritz and Leon Fritz. After completing basic training in grapevine navigation and pony riding in the wilds of Bybee he graduated to motorcycles, Mustangs and rock concerts. He met and married his wife of 46 years, Ellen Amster, and went on to be a pioneer Mr. Mom (before it was cool), family chauffeur, plant whisperer extraordinaire, inventor of words and million-dollar ideas, bicycle scientist, and most of all, beloved husband and father.
Bevo was the father of Emily Lou Fritz (Eric Rexford), Henry Amster Fritz, Grace Elizabeth Fritz (Jacob Moore) and grandfather of James Ezra Rexford. Bevo was the elder sibling of Gail Barger (George), Thomas Fritz, Jason Fritz (Missy) and William Fritz.
Bevo was an avid naturalist. He relished gardening, fishing, discovering interesting rock specimens and had an eye to spot four-leaf clovers. He was insatiably curious about the world and people and was quick to strike up conversation and friendships wherever he went. He was always eager to lend a hand and practiced doing a good deed every day. Bevo had a great sense of humor and was known for his story-telling and the occasional good natured prank. His magnetic personality made him a natural "wheeler dealer" and he loved nothing better than finding a good deal. His ability to connect people led to him to cultivate quite a collection of toys, antiques, curiosities, friends, acquaintances and even some critters (including his beloved cat, Crickett).
Bevo was also a legendary chef and host, known for cooking "Bevo burgers", beer cheese, chili and a mean pan of corn bread with his soup beans and ham. He attributed his delicious fare to the use of his secret ingredient- LOVE. He also had a keen artistic sense and loved collecting and creating art and could throw together an award-winning project for his children at the drop of a hat. Bevo spent many hours ferrying the kids to practices, games, lessons and events all while teaching them life lessons about how to treat others with kindness, how to be a "safety scout", and to always put family first.
Ellen describes Bevo as having the most curious mind, with interests spanning a myriad of music, science, and culture. There was no challenge too great for Bevo, even if he had to YouTube it first: from researching the story of an antique to appliance and car repair. He was a man of many talents and interests, and even before he got started on a project he could "see it done". His family will always cherish Bevo's selfless devotion and love, his boundless ability to bring joy and humor into any old gloomy day, and his contagious zest for life.
A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Bevo Fritz will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM at The First Christian Church, 412 West Main Street, Richmond, KY 40475. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Saturday at the church.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Outreach Fund at First Christian Church of Richmond or that people follow Bevo's example of doing a good deed to help someone.
The Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.