Donald Earl Fritz of Dexter, Michigan, age 95, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 9, 2026. He was born January 29, 1931, in Lodi Township, Michigan, the son of William J. and Mary B. (Hysell) Fritz.
Don was very proud that he earned his high school diploma at the age of 59, from Chelsea High School. He worked for Kroger for 38 1/2 years as a meat cutter. Don was a member of the First Assembly of God in Chelsea, and formerly attended the Chelsea Christian Fellowship where he served on the board for 30 years. He enjoyed woodworking and shop work; and loved to travel.
Don married Barbra Jean Speer on July 30, 1955, at the Chelsea First United Methodist Church and she survives. He is also survived by his daughter, Lori (Steve) Schanz of Clinton; three grandchildren, Aaron Schanz, Joshua Schanz, Heidi (Camilo) Perez; five great-grandchildren; and brother, Ed (Robin) Fritz of West Branch. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, William Fritz, Jr.; and sister, Marilyn Haynes.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, November 19, 2026, 1:30 p.m. at Cole Funeral Chapel in Chelsea, with Pastor Joshua Davidson officiating. The family will receive friends before the service from 1 - 1:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Youth Haven, P.O. Box 97, Rives Junction, MI 49277-9900.
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