Celebrating the life of
William E. "Bill" Fritts, Jr.
July 11, 1924 - June 26, 2008
William E. "Bill" Fritts, Jr., 83, died Thursday, June 26, 2008 under the care of Hospice Savannah.
Mr. Fritts was born in Greensboro, North Carolina on July 11, 1924, the son of the late William and Georgie Fritts. He moved to Savannah at an early age, attending the public schools in Savannah, graduating from Commercial High School. After graduation, Bill enlisted with the Merchant Marines where he was a Merchant Seaman for several years. Mr. Fritts was self employed in heating and air conditioning for many years in Savannah and aside his contracting work he also oversaw the maintenance of the Georgia Infirmary, the JEA, William Court Apartments and the Parent and Child Development Services. Bill was a devoted and longtime member of Bible Baptist Church.
Mr. Fritts is survived by his sons, Billy Fritts, III and wife Deborah and Brian Fritts and wife Lori, both of Savannah; granddaughters, Caitlin and Allison Fritts; brothers, Gilbert Fritts of West Palm Beach and David Fritts of Savannah; sisters, Jewel Nieuwstraten of Savannah and Jean Stewart of North Carolina and a host of nieces and nephews.
Visitation: 6:00-8:00 PM Friday at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Funeral Service: 1:00 PM Saturday at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with burial following at Laurel Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family wishes for donations to be made to Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
I am sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
- Kay Wall, Cleveland, TN
Dear Family, My happiest memories of my Uncle Bill were shared at Grandma's house. Uncle Bill was always there to talk with and encourage me. Mike and I always enjoyed going to church with him when we visited Savannah and he was always so happy to have us there. I share your sorrow that he has departed this world. But his home is not here, and he is in Heaven with Jesus. I know, because I know I will see him again when the Lord calls me home. I rejoice in that thought. God Bless you and comfort you through this time. Love, Tina Fritts and Mike Dennis
- Tina Fritts Dennis, McAllen, TX
Dear Brian and Lori: We are all thinking of you and your family. Love, Maury
- Maury Rothschild, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.
- Kimberly and Randy Richards, Savannah, GA
We are very sorry for your loss, please know that your family is in our thoughts and our prayers. Neil and Bobbi Boyle
- Bobbi Boyle, Savannah, GA
I am sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
- Kay Wall, Cleveland, TN
Dear Family, My happiest memories of my Uncle Bill were shared at Grandma's house. Uncle Bill was always there to talk with and encourage me. Mike and I always enjoyed going to church with him when we visited Savannah and he was always so happy to have us there. I share your sorrow that he has departed this world. But his home is not here, and he is in Heaven with Jesus. I know, because I know I will see him again when the Lord calls me home. I rejoice in that thought. God Bless you and comfort you through this time. Love, Tina Fritts and Mike Dennis
- Tina Fritts Dennis, McAllen, TX
Dear Brian and Lori: We are all thinking of you and your family. Love, Maury
- Maury Rothschild, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.
- Kimberly and Randy Richards, Savannah, GA
We are very sorry for your loss, please know that your family is in our thoughts and our prayers. Neil and Bobbi Boyle
- Bobbi Boyle, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
