Anita Lynn Fritz of Indianapolis passed away July 16, 2018, at the age of 88.
She was born April 16, 1930, the youngest of three daughters of Harold Wolfe and Edna Williams. She is survived by her son Frederick, daughter Susan Fritz-Kent (Kevin Kent), and grandchildren Elizabeth and Matthew.
Anita grew up in New Point, IN, and graduated from New Point High School. She then became an RN through Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in Indianapolis and worked at Methodist.
In Indianapolis, Anita met and married Charles Fritz, who preceded her in death. They were married for over 63 years.
Though she left nursing when her children were born, Anita continued nursing as a volunteer at her kids’ schools and camps.
Anita was active in church and civic activities. Prior to Cross & Crown Lutheran Church, she was a member of Third Christian Church, Disciples of Christ. She was active in card ministries, teaching Sunday school, and preparing Communion. She also participated for in Bible Study Fellowship.
She loved gardening, planting beds of colorful flowers every year. She worked with Hillcrest Garden Club on outreach like planting flowers at the Indianapolis School for the Blind and the Ronald McDonald House.
At Butler University, she served on various committees. She was also a charter member of the Indianapolis Zoo.
Services are July 21 at Cross & Crown, 5233 E. 79th St., with calling at 10 a.m., service at 11 a.m., and entombment after at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, 9700 Allisonville Rd.
Norm & Mickey Townley says
Peace be with you at this time.
from Norm & Mickey Townley
Kathie Rott says
I will miss a dear friend. Her sense of humor and smile will be remembered, Blessings to the family as they too remember this special Mom and grandma.
Kim, Peter, and Jenny says
I will always remember Aunt Susie’s wonderful humor and delightful laugh. I thought she always looked so “cool” driving her little red VW beetle! Aunt Susie also made the best stuffed mashed potatoes! May God bring to your hearts all the wonderful memories of a Mother who loved her family very much. Love and Prayers, Kim, Peter, and Jenny
Chris and Sandy Keller says
Aunt Susie was the younger of my two aunts. As such, she was the closest aunt to me. I remember her fun loving nature, love of children, sense of humor. She always enjoyed trips back to new point. She was an excellent cook and baker always making the best Christmas cookies and home made icing. As I got older, aunt Susie introduced my future wife to me. Her next door neighbors daughter became my wife in 1974. We both miss her already and always will. In her later years, aunt Susie became ill. It is a comfort to know that she is now in peace and home with her Lord and those in her family who preceded her. Rest well aunt Susie, we love you. Chris and Sandy Keller.
Bill Akin says
Fred, Susan and family,
I was unaware of your mother passing until later this morning. Please accept my condolences. I realize she had struggled with her situation over the past several months, it doesn’t make it less of a loss to loose your mother. May she be in peace and reunited with your father now.
Kindest regards, take care,
Bill Akin
Trw says
Dear Fritz Family: Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. As the days and weeks go by, may the comfort from family, friends and scriptures like Acts 24:15 and Philippians 4:6,7 be of comfort to you. Again, I’m sorry for your loss.
Kimberly Gustin Bright says
Heartfelt condolences to the Fritz family for the loss of both Anita and Charles. I remember their visits to my grandmother’s house in Lebanon, Indiana for the 4th of July parade, since her house was right on the parade route. It was a long time ago but I clearly remember that Mrs. Fritz was a very sweet lady and a joy to be around.
Warmest regards, Kim and Peter Bright