The world bids farewell to Elaine Fritz of Fort Wayne, Indiana, departing on January 9, 2025 at the age of 89. Elaine leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Elaine Fritz or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Joseph L. Gocke and Bernadine Gocke (Harkenrider); her husband Alan R. Fritz; her brother Vincent Gocke; her great grandchild David Young; and her son-in-law Dan Rainey.

She is survived by: her children, Mark A. Fritz (Suann) of Columbia City, Lisa E. Rainey (Jerry Hettinger) of New Haven, Paul D. Fritz (Mary) of Fort Wayne, Lori E. LeClear of North Ft, Kurt E. Fritz of Fort Wayne and Joel G. Fritz (Pam) of Greenwood. She is also survived by 16 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter.

Visitation was held on Sunday, January 12th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM and on Monday, January 13th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A funeral Mass was held on Monday, January 13th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church (7215 St Joe Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46835).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Divine Mercy Funeral Home