David A. Fritz Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

David A. Fritz, 54, of Clifton passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at his home. He was born October 29, 1965 in Kankakee, the son of Leon and Teresa (Scott) Fritz Sr. He married Brenda Nakaerts on March 21, 1998 in Bradley. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Fritz of Clifton; three sons, Ethan Fritz, Connor Fritz and Logan Fritz all at home; his parents, Leon and Teresa Fritz Sr. of Bradley; three siblings, Leon (Angie) Fritz Jr. of Elizabethtown, KY, Michele (Chuck) Lide of Braidwood and Stefanie (Joe) Betourne of Thawville; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Gerald and Linda Nakaerts of Clifton; one sister-in-law, Alison Nakaerts of Clifton; and his dogs, Mugsy and Oliver. He was preceded in death by his dog, Gizmo. Mr. Fritz served in the U.S. Navy for four years and was an O.R. tech at the naval hospital in Groton, CT. He then served in the Illinois Army National Guard thru the Kankakee Branch for three years. David started as a floor nurse at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, then moved into surgery as an O.R. nurse, and also worked in recovery. After receiving his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Olivet Nazarene University, he worked for Dr. Corcoran at Oak Orthopedic as a nurse practitioner. He also represented Oak Orthopedic at numerous area football games. David enjoyed video games and bowling, having bowled a 300. He also enjoyed golfing, woodworking, watching the Food Network, cooking, grilling, and especially spending time with his boys. Everyone is invited to wear Cubs, Bears and patriotic attire for the visitation and memorial service. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at the Knapp Funeral Home in Clifton. A memorial service will follow at 12:15 p.m. with Deacon Pat Skelly officiating. Burial will be held at a later date at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood. Memorials may be made to his boys’ college fund. Please share a memory of David at knappfuneralhomes.com.

David A. Fritz

October 29, 1965 - February 11, 2020

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David A. Fritz

October 29, 1965 - February 11, 2020

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