William “Bill” Fritze
Age 97, of East Lansing, Michigan, passed from this world October 20, 2024, in East Lansing, surrounded by his family. Formerly of Hillsdale, Bill was born February 12, 1927, in Oak Park, Illinois, to Jonathan “J Ralph” and Alice Fritze.
Bill graduated from the University of Michigan in 1950, where he met his wife Sis, as fellow students. Bill and Sis celebrated 68 years of marriage. Bill had a career in business, and with Sis, owned and operated CanAm Properties in Hillsdale. In November of 1945, he enlisted into the United States Army, and proudly served during World War II.
Bill and Sis loved traveling, as they embarked on countless adventures backpacking around Europe, kayaking Loch Ness, zip-lining in Costa Rica, and hang-gliding at Kitty Hawk, to name a few. All, after they had reached their “Golden Years!”
Surviving are his children, Cheryl (Bob Bildner) and Scott; 4 grandchildren, Jason (Bri), Ryan, Ashley (Brandon) and Kali; and 3 great-grandchildren, Ava, Sophie and Madalyn. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Donita “Sis” Fritze; son, Randy Fritze; and brother, John “Jack” Fritze.
A special thank you to CorsoCare and Careline Hospice for their loving care.
To honor and celebrate a life well lived, a memorial service with a live stream will be held at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel, 325 W. Washtenaw Street, Lansing, Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. His family will receive relatives and friends beginning at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Greater Lansing Food Bank.
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Ellen Hoekstra
October 23, 2024 at 1:51 pmBill was such a kind and loving person. He will be greatly missed.
Mickey Martin
October 24, 2024 at 10:38 amBill was a wonderful and kind man. He was always there to help at church and took many leading roles.
Sally Belloli
October 24, 2024 at 5:06 pmI so enjoyed visiting and spending time with both Sis and Bill. They were continually volunteering with all kinds of activities in their church and community. Bill was a friendly and welcoming person. And always strong in his faith journey.. He will be missed by many.
Paula Manderfield and David Gilstrap
October 25, 2024 at 11:28 amCheryl and Family,
Our condolences in the loss of your father. His obituary described a wonderful man, husband and father.
May your memories provide some peace.
Paula Manderfield and David Gilstrap.
Liz Morgan
November 18, 2024 at 6:28 pmBill and Sis were so welcoming to our family when we moved to Hillsdale. Their kindness and friendship will always be a cherished memory.
Liz and the Morgan children
James Fritze
November 20, 2024 at 11:17 amCondolences! A life well lived. We hope that gives you some comfort in this time, Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
James & Denise and family
carol J Ezell
November 24, 2024 at 2:58 pmCheryl, I am so glad you and Bill were ready for him to go. We miss him and seeing you here at Story Point. The flowers you sent here from his service are really special. Thanks for sending them.