William Everett Fritz Jr.

1944 - 2017

William Everett Fritz Jr. obituary, 1944-2017, Edelstein, IL

BORN

1944

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel

2021 North University Street

Peoria, Illinois

William Fritz Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 18, 2017.

William “Bill” Everett Fritz Jr, 73, of Edelstein passed away at 11:34 am Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at his residence.



He was born June 8, 1944 in Peoria, the son of William Sr and Wanda Farnam Fritz He married Earline “Susie” Rosa on June 9, 1963.



Bill is survived by his wife of 54 years; four children, Michael (Sandra) Fritz of Peoria, Steven (Sarah) Fritz of Gilbertsville, KY, Kaia (Douglas) Coartney of Eureka, and Daniel (Michelle) Fritz or Mossville; Nine grandchildren, Tony (Megan) Fritz, Coartney Fritz, Brittany (Andrew) Scott, Alisabeth Fritz, Caleb Fritz, McKenna Coartney, Hannah Coartney, Samuel Coartney, and Christian Coartney; three great-grandchildren, Faith, Xander, and Luke; four sisters, Joyce Fritz, Phyllis Fritz, Mary (Randy) Bumbalough all three of Marquette Heights, and Linda (Lester)Miller of Galesburg; one brother, David (Denise) Fritz of Eden.



He is preceded in death by his parents and one infant grandchild, Christine.



Bill was a machinist last working for BNSF until his retirement in 2011.



He was interested in history and enjoyed spending time with his grandkids and great-grandkids.



Funeral Services will be Monday at 10 am October 23, 2017 at Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel. Pastor Gordon Fidler will officiate. Visitation will be Sunday, October 22, 2017 from 1-3:00 pm also at the chapel.



Burial will be in Smithville Cemetery.



Memorials may be given to the family.



To view William’s memorial page or to leave an online condolence please go to www.davison-fulton.com.



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October 23, 2017

Jamie Harding

Doug, Kaia, and family,
Our deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. We are very sorry for your loss.

Jamie & Kris Harding

October 21, 2017

Robett Ishmael

I know how Bill affected my future while we were young and he's in my thoughts often. From doing things we shouldn't to discussions about weapons there are many good memories. Family and his devoted wife were everything to him. Wish I could be there to celebrate his life but he'll live on in my mind.

October 19, 2017

Lisa Clark

Mike, I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. I'm thinking of you & yours.

October 19, 2017

Mary Heinemann

We are thinking of you during this difficult time. I am so sorry for you and your family. Sending hugs.
Mary and Steve Heinemann

October 19, 2017

Monica Neff and family

Mike Fritz family and Bumbalough family. Sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

October 19, 2017

Jeff Loser

Condolences to the entire Fritz family.
Bill touched so many peoples lives, and I'm honored to have known him my entire life.
A man, and family friend who will be missed by many.
With warm regards,
Jeff, Carol Loser & the Loser Family

October 19, 2017

Barbara Rennau Force

Steve -
may God bless you and your family through this time of grief.

October 19, 2017

Drew McKeown

Mike & family,

I'll be praying for you during this season of grief.

October 19, 2017

Joyce O'Connell

Mike & Family,
Thinking of you at this difficult time. Prayers and Hugs to All of You.

October 19, 2017

Stephanie Johnson

Mike and Family,
So sorry to hear of your families loss. I wish you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

October 18, 2017

Caryn Collins

To Ali's family: We want you all to know that our prayers and thoughts are with you right now. Ali's part of our "family" in Ruth Hall and we'll be praying for all of you in the days to come.

Praying Together,
Caryn Collins, Ruth Hall residence hall director
and
Everyone in Ruth Hall

October 18, 2017

Caryn Collins

Our prayers and hearts are with you right now, and will be in the days to come. We know how much Ali loved her family, especially her grandpa.
In Christ,
Steve and Caryn Collins
Lincoln Christian University
Ali's dorm parents

October 18, 2017

Remembering your great love story today and always.

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Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel

2021 North University Street, Peoria, IL 61604

Oct

23

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

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2021 North University Street, Peoria, IL 61604

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