John Ward Fritz Obituary
The world bids farewell to John Ward Fritz of West Branch, Michigan, departing on December 11, 2025 at the age of 64. John Ward leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Rolly Fritz and Mary Fritz (Brown); his wife Patricia (Klosiewicz); his son Calvin Wolkens; and his siblings, Pennie Fritz, Ruth Sierkowski (Dennis) and Rolly Fritz.
He is survived by: his children, Natalie Vandenboss (Tyrone), Paul Curtis Wolkens III (Rebecca), Amanda Collins (Jeff), Bradley Wolkens, Phillip Wolkens (Kimberly), Kyle Wolkens (Ally), Douglas Wolkens (Amanda), Josh Fritz (Rebecca), Sarah-Jo Fritz and Halley Tarrence (Travis); his grandchildren, Jeffrey Collins, Tristan Collins, Vanessa Vandenboss, Wesley Vandenboss, Curtis Wolkens IV, Elliott Wolkens, Demetri Terryah, Blair Fritz, Owen Fritz and Ophelia Fritz; his great grandchild Juniper Vandenboss; his sisters, Bertha Shelden (Joel) and Judy Perry (Jim); and his siblings-in-law, Dick Fritz and Nancy Fritz. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
In honor of John's legacy and commitment to service, memorial contributions may be directed to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) or Scouting America. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family online at http://www.skorupskis.com.
