Robert E. Fritsche's Obituary
Robert E. Fritsche, age 77, of Norton Shores, passed away December 22, 2020. Robert was a graduate of Miami University of Ohio and served as a Captain in the United States Airforce. He married Patricia Rahn on July 23, 1966. Robert worked as a marketing executive for Magnavox, Beatrice Foods, Geerpres and Shaw Walker before opening Coaches Closet, a soccer and sporting goods retail store in Muskegon, Holland, and Grand Rapids. Robert is survived by his two children: Melissa Fritsche (Raymond Moore) of Orlando and Michael (Michelle) Fritsche of Spring Lake; grandchildren: Keara, Kaleigh, Keegan, and Kayden Fritsche and Caroline Moore. He is also survived by his brother, David (Mary) Fritsche of Chandler, AZ. Robert was preceded in death by his spouse, Patricia Fritsche; his parents, James and Reva Fritsche of Tulsa, OK; and his brother, Thomas (Pat) Fritsche of Indianapolis, IN. Due to COVID-19 restrictions and social distancing, a Celebration of Robert’s Life will be held at a later date. Share memories with the family at their On-line Guest Book at www.sytsemafh.com Arrangements by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444 (231) 798-1100
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