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Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.

1 East Lancaster Avenue

Shillington, Pennsylvania

Joyce Fries Obituary

Name: Calling hours for Joyce Fries
Start: 2019-08-02T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-08-03T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.

Joyce O. (Barnes) Fries, 86, of Shillington, passed away on July 29th, 2019, in her residence.

Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Able O. "Red" and Ruth C. (Kreiser) Barnes.

Joyce is survived by her loving husband, Harold H. Fries, D.D.S.; her sons, Thomas M. Fries, D.M.D., husband of Suzanne

(Fisher), Brecknock Twp., Theodore H. Fries, husband of Leteshia (Ringler),

Birdsboro; granddaughter, Megan, wife of William Parraz, Chinquapin, N.C.; and her 4 great-grandsons: William Jr., Jacob, Noah and Matthew Parraz.

She was predeceased by her sister, Millicent (Barnes) Keiser.

Joyce and Harold were graduates of Shillington High School, Class of 1951, and high school sweethearts. She graduated from Reading Hospital School of Nursing, Class of 1954. Their 64th wedding anniversary would have been September 4, 2019. Joyce had a career in nursing and then spending many years helping with her husband's dental

office. She was a wonderful mother and wife. She loved her time with family and friends, times in Vermont and Florida and for many happy years at Ocean City, N.J. Joyce was head shopper of the Mad Dog Skiers.

Joyce wanted to thank the dedicated staff of Heartland Hospice and thank family and friends for all their love through the years. She prayed for world peace every day and especially loved her years spent in Shillington.

Relatives and friends may call on Friday, August 2, 2019, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., at Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., One East Lancaster Ave., Shillington. Funeral services and interment in Fairview Cemetery, Shillington, will be private at the convenience of the family.

Please remember Joyce by making a contribution to a

local charity of your choice.

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Published by Reading Eagle from Jul. 31 to Aug. 1, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Joyce Fries

12 Entries

Linda Carter

August 3, 2019

Sending my thoughts and sympathy to the Fries family in remembrance of Mrs. Fries. She always had a smile for you at the office, always added a bright sunny moment to your day. May your sweet memories and the love of your family and friends comfort you at this time

Dee Marrella

August 2, 2019

My heart is so heavy right now. No matter how much she was suffering, she always had a smile on her face. If there is a heaven, and I believe there is, the angels welcomed Joyce home with open arms. Harold, you were always such a caring, loving husband. You are an inspiration for all husbands. Please send our sympathy to your sons. We will get in touch with you as soon as we get home in another week. You are in our prayers. With love, Len and Dee

Ed & Jo Ulrich

August 1, 2019

My Heart reaches out to the Fries Family & Friends! My former wife Jo Ulrich rented a room back in the late 60's from Mrs. Barnes, that is how I got to know the wonderful Fries Family! Harold & Tom became our family dentist's! Joyce always made you feel like part of her family, she will be missed greatly! Wishing you all smooth healing during this transformation period! Warm Blessing, The Ulrich Family

Nancy

August 1, 2019

I wish you Peace in knowing that Joyce knew how much she was loved and she was blessed with such a kind and wonderful family

Shirley Wilkins

July 31, 2019

How well I remember Joyce, sitting in chemistry class...the first one in the first row with her future husband, Harold, sitting directly in front of me and her future father-in-law teaching the class. Little did any of us know what the future held. They were the sweethearts of the class of '51. Everybody LOVED her. My condolences to the entire family.

Warren Berstler

July 31, 2019

My deepest sympathies to the Fries family. Sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person who will be deeply missed, but forever in our hearts.

Steve Richert

July 31, 2019

Harold, I am so sorry for you and the family. Joyce was so genuine and friendly, her compassion and kindness were her trademark. You my friend redefined the word husband, every man can look to you for inspiration, your supreme dedication to Joyce's well being and care showed how much you loved her. She is at peace now, no more struggling with these worn out bodies, she's free to be the Angel she is.

Bruce T. Coldren

July 31, 2019

Dear Harold and Family: Sorry to see the loss of Joyce. I know the feeling-I lost My wife Nancy in 2012. You will be in my prayers

Tara Zocco Myers

July 31, 2019

Both Harold and Tom have been my dentists for my entire life, so I knew this yesterday at my visit to the office. The loss of Joyce is devastating to her loving family, who cared for her until the very end. My condolences to the family, friends, and office staff. It's been a long road home, but Joyce is finally free of pain and sickness -- and happily in the arms of Our Lord.

Dick & Doris Schilpp

July 31, 2019

Unable to be with you Friday but our thoughts will be with
you and the family as we will continue to remember Joyce
fondly.

Hornberger Family

July 31, 2019

Our deepest sympathies to the Fries family. Joyce was a wonderful woman. She will be deeply missed.

John Maslar

July 31, 2019

Sorry for your loss Ted, may your mother rest in peace!

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