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Anthony Fritz Obituary
Anthony W. Fritz, Jr.
Anthony W. Fritz, Jr. slipped the surly bonds of earth on March 4, 2019 and left for his next great adventure.
Tony was born on February 4, 1927 and grew up in the Chicago area a happy and carefree youth going to school and earning money to help his family as a golf caddy.
A U.S. Army veteran of WW II, he married Dorothy in 1953, the love of his life, and they remained together until his passing. Tony worked for NASA, the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Department of Defense in Cleveland, Dayton and Detroit. Tony loved the outdoors, hiking, fishing, golf and especially his family. He also loved and missed his two terriers, Skippy and Pepper.
Tony is survived by Dorothy and his children Tony (Beverly), Mark, Diane Prager (Nelson), grandchildren Brianna, James, Stephen, John and great grandson Leighton.
Tony may be remembered at the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, Detroit, MI or St. Stephens Indian Mission, St. Stephens, WY.
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Memories and Condolences
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S G
March 21, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your Dear loved one. May your family and friends surround one another with much love and comfort at this very difficult time. Psalms 71:21
Kristen Ristich Voss and Family
March 19, 2019
Aunt Dorothy and Family,
We send our condolences to all of you. While I'm sad for your loss , I am also comforted that he was there to guide my mom on their journey together. I was always so happy to see Uncle Tony when I was younger. We will keep you in our prayers.
Kathleen O'Donnell
March 18, 2019
Aunt Dorothy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Tony's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
John and Kathy (Ristich)O'Donnell
Adam Bona
March 18, 2019
My condolence to Tony's family. I am sorry to hear of the passing of my great friend.
Adam Bona
Kim (Ristich) DiNino
March 18, 2019
Aunt Dorothy and Family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of Uncle Tony. I will always remember his contagious smile. Prayers and hugs to you all--may he RIP.
Patti
March 17, 2019
Thank you for your service to our UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
Enjoy your new adventure, soldier !
Timothy L FRITZ
March 11, 2019
Aunt Dorothy, peace and grace are upon in your time of sorrow. My prayers are definitely with you.
Mark Fritz
March 8, 2019
Mark Fritz
March 8, 2019
Mark Fritz
March 8, 2019
Mark Fritz
March 8, 2019
Samuel Ristich
March 7, 2019
Dear Aunt Dorothy,
I was sad to hear of Uncle Tony's passing- your family is in our prayers. Please take care.
Sam and Sue
Sheryl Lovell
March 7, 2019
We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Tony's passing. You all are in our prayers.
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