Fritz Maersch

He was born on October 9, 1934, in Lauenbrunn, Germany. He traveled and worked all over the world before settling in Staten Island, New York in 1965.

In 1964, Mr. Maersch met his future wife of 43 years, Maureen Sylvia, aboard the ocean liner T.S. Bremen. They married on October 8, 1966, and settled in West Brighton, Staten Island, New York, where their daughter, Elizabeth Clare, was born.

Mr. Maersch was an accomplished tradesman and personally did work for the New York Times President and Publisher, Mr. Arthur Ochs Sulzberger, during his tenure there.

Mr. Maersch continued to enjoy traveling with his wife and their daughter, spending many summers in Europe, Bermuda, the Caribbean, the United States and enjoyed many weekends at the New Jersey shore.

“My dad was the best. He was always there for me and taught me many things. After the loss of my mom, I persuaded him to relocate to Naples, Florida, to enjoy the beautiful climate, culture and especially the Gulf of Mexico. He absolutely loved living in Naples with me and loved having nephews, nieces and their children visit.”

He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth, two brother-in-law’s, William and Anton, two sister-in-law’s, Helen and Brigitte, and many loving nephews and nieces in the United States, England and Germany. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, two brothers and two sisters.

The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Avow Hospice.

The interment of ashes, at sea will take place at a later date.

A lover of animals, donations in his memory to your local animal shelter/rescue facility, would be appreciated.