

Fritz, Robert John, Sr., age 80, passed away on August 17, 2014 at home surrounded by his family. He was born April 3, 1934 in Long Island, New York to the late Frank and Emma (Wolf) Fritz. He married Alane Watkins on November 23, 1957, and they have spent a wonderful 56 years together. Robert was an avid tennis player, poker player and also enjoyed chess. He loved the Orlando Magic, Florida State football and the Miami Dolphins. Robert was a real estate and mortgage broker who was a very successful self-employed entrepreneur. He was in the Navy during the Korean War, serving on the USS Damato. Robert was such a loving and wonderful husband who truly loved and adored his children. His survivors include his loving wife, Alane; his children, Susan (Skip) Hatcher, Dr. Robert J. (Ashlie) Fritz Jr. and Jim (Donna) Fritz; 4 grandchildren, Eric (Debbie), Lauren, Zachary and Nicole; 2 great-grandchildren, Eric II and Liam. Further survivors include a brother Bill (Louise) Fritz and a sister Pegi (Greg) DeMayo. Bob was preceded in death by his brother Frank. Funeral services for Robert will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2014, 10:00 am at Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home, East Altamonte, 994 E. Altamonte Dr., Altamonte Springs with Deacon David Gray officiating. Family and friends will be received on Friday, August 22, 2014 from 5 – 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Interment will be in Highland Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to Heifer International at heifer.org. Sign the guestbook, send flowers and leave condolences at www.baldwinfairchild.com
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