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Susan Fritz Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Dad was quite the jokester so it would not be any surprise that "April Fools Day" was one of his favorite days of the year. Dad would spend months planning on what joke he was going to play on his latest victim. One of his favorite targets for this day happened to be my mother and father in law (Guy's parents). One year he sent them a box carefully packaged full of nothing but styrofoam peanuts. The return address on the box was April Fool spelled backwards.
My father in law decided to get even and returned an old birthday card Dad had given him via "Special Delivery". My father had to sign for this. At that time, Dad was sitting on the School Board and there were some serious negotiations going on with one of the school's organizations. He was very upset as he signed for his package but laughed hysterically when he saw the card.
A few days later he drove to my in-laws home honking and waiving a white flag.
My father in law saw Dad and said "The German has surrendered".
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Peter Spear lit a candle
Saturday, November 25, 2023
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Our prayers and condolences to the family. Lots of memories of the Fritz family. Remember the stories of when Uncle Merle was in the USAF. He also came up with some interesting Halloween costumes.
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Sandy Cotnam uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, November 25, 2023
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My husband Larry and I met Merle for the first time when we had a backyard BBQ to celebrate the Wedding of our son Andy to Merle’s granddaughter Jeanna . It was a very special time when George brought his dad up to Nova Scotia and enjoyed getting to know the family , we remember having many laughs listening to his stories !!
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Daniel J. Fiegel II planted a tree in memory of Merle Fritz
Saturday, November 25, 2023
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My deepest condolences to you and your family. Your father was an extraordinary man, and his loss will be felt by many. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Elaine Bartoldson posted a condolence
Saturday, November 25, 2023
For Merle being the complete jokester he was he also had a side of him that would not let two teenage girls get away with anything. There are numerous times that I remember my cousin Sue, and I getting in trouble and Merle was quick to come up with a punishment that made two teenage girls cringe. Cleaning out his garage, we never seem to clean it to his satisfaction so he kept coming in and making us do more or going on a very long hike. These were two things that teenage girls did not want to do I will always remember his laughter, his jokes, and how he always made you feel so special. I will carry great memories of our family times together. Rest in peace.
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Roger Gilbert posted a condolence
Saturday, November 25, 2023
Merle was a man who loved his family. He was proud of his many years work at Harrison radiator. He had the ability to meet a stranger and make them his friend over a short period of time. Merle in earlier years was a committeeman of the Republican Party. He served on the Lockport Public School Board of Education and the Niagara County BOCES board. He was a jokester purchasing countless books and was always ready to tell you the latest joke he discovered. In retirement, Merle and his wife Carol travelled throughout the United States and Canada on many senior trips. He will be missed .
Roger Gilbert, Lakewood NY
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Melody lit a candle
Friday, November 24, 2023
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Melody posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, November 24, 2023
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George and family, sorry to read of the passing of your dad. I am sure you have a life time of memories. My sincere condolences...
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Anonymous purchased flowers
Friday, November 24, 2023
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In loving memory of Merle Fritz from Rene, Chris & Austin and Cay & Matt
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Kathy Wood purchased flowers
Friday, November 24, 2023
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Kathy Wood
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George & Family - You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the many years of wonderful memories you had with him bring you inner peace. Love,
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Kathy Wood planted a tree in memory of Merle Fritz
Friday, November 24, 2023
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George & Family - You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the many years of wonderful memories you had with him bring you inner peace. Love, Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Jerry Bream posted a condolence
Friday, November 24, 2023
RIP, I remember my mom discussing you often in our family's relationship.
Dr. Jerry Bream
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Susan Fritz Smith uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, November 23, 2023
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Gary Aikin posted a condolence
Thursday, November 23, 2023
George, so very sorry to learn of your dad's passing. My wife Linda and I send our condolences to you and the other members of his family.
(As you know) Merle, your mom, you and some of your siblings were next-door neighbors to my parents, my sister Lynn and me when y'all lived at 7 Beattie Ave in the 1960s. I remember your dad as being a very nice person. He took time to build snow forts and an ice slide for his children and other neighborhood kids, with the help of Fritz family dog Mischief. He let me run my ham radio antenna to a tree in the Fritz family back yard, and helped me anchor the antenna to the tree. My mom Rosemary and your mom Carol were friends.
During my genealogy research, from a 1949 Union-Sun & Journal newspaper article I discovered that your dad had been a member of the Lockport High School varsity basketball team.
In more recent years I've enjoyed reading about Merle's activities (and seeing photos of him) in posts on your Facebook page. I noted his love for ice cream. Clearly he was enjoying his golden years.
Yes, indeed a full life well lived. RIP Merle. You were part of my Lockport history.
- Gary Aikin, Cary, NC
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Miguel Debbie Castro and family purchased flowers
Thursday, November 23, 2023
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Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
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Valerie (Poole) DiRienzo planted a tree in memory of Merle Fritz
Thursday, November 23, 2023
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My thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your dad will be greatly missed. He was nice & loved to make people laugh . Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Al Cavagnaro posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Char sorry to hear about your dad. He was always great to me and had that infectious smile. I won’t be able to make the wake. I’m in Charlotte for thanksgiving my daughter Rosie just had twins. If there’s anything I can do let me know. Miss ya Al
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Mary Kiner posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Such a great neighbor, school board member and all around grand person. He will always be remembered.
Mary Kiner
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Steven Popovich lit a candle
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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May God grant you eternal rest, and perpetual light shine upon you.
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Dr Clark Godshall posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Mr. Fritz was a great supporter of education and students both in Lockport City and at the O/N BOCES. His advocacy was staunch and his passion for the success of all well known. Thank you for your service. May the family be supported with all the good memories of Merle. Clark Godshall, O/N BOCES District Superintendent
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Marilyn Rose Mack posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Mr Merle Fritz was a genuine, honorable man! When I was in kindergarten, I was a good friend to his son and attended his son's birthday party. A few parents objected to me being present, as an African American. Mr. Fritz told those "objectors" that they could leave because I was not! (My Mom loved telling me the story as the years passed by.) He was brave for this time period and supported my friendship with his son. WE ARE GREAT FRIENDS SOME 60+ YEARS LATER!
RIH MR. MERLE FRITZ,
Marilyn Rose Mack
A Memorial Tree was planted for Merle Fritz
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, Inc. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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The family of Merle G. Fritz uploaded a photo
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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Charlene Soos posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Merle served on the Lockport School Board of Education for many years. He was an interesting fellow and was an excellent dancer. I think dancing was his passion!
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