Mary Fritz Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Fritz (Tremont, Illinois), born in Peoria, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 28, 2026 at the age of 78. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her husband Herbert Leonard Fritz; her daughter Erika Lorell; her granddaughter Melinda Diane; her son-in-law Dr. Michael Ott; her grandsons, David Michael, Jonathan Patrick and Zachary Harris; her former spouse Dr. Thomas Porter; and her grandchildren, Matthew Christian and Charlotte Louise.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Meals on Wheels Durham (mowdurham.org) or the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (http://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org).
