Jean Fritz - Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory

Jean Fritz

October 8, 1948 - May 2, 2024

Jean Fritz, age 75, of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, May 2, 2024.

Born in Wilmington, DE on October 8, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Margaret (Smith) Fitzsimmons. Jean worked as a crossing guard for the state of Delaware, retiring after 26 years of service.

In her spare time, Jean loved visiting different covered bridges. She enjoyed them so much that she owned attire that had covered bridges on them. Jean also delighted in any opportunity to go shopping.

In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her daughter, Eileen Staci Meares; granddaughter, Abigail Meares; and four brothers. She is survived by her loving husband, James I. Fritz; daughter, Angela Blanchard; grandchildren, Jordan Meares, Kirsten Meares, and Breanna Meares; four brothers; sister-in-law, Sandra Fitzsimmons; best friend, Julie Best; and many nieces and nephews.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Friday, May 10, 2024, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 121 West Park Place, Newark, DE, where a memorial service will begin at 11 am. Inurnment will be held privately in Newark Union Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jean’s memory to the donors favorite animal charity.

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  • Jean was a fun & caring lady.
    Bill & I enjoyed her company at parties held by the Best Family.
    She always brought her special deviled eggs & homemade mustard.
    Will miss her laughter as I know others also feel the pain of her departure. 🙏🏻

  • Jim and Angel,
    Our sympathies go out to you on your loss. Jean was a lovely person who always had a positive attitude and smile. She will be missed.

  • Prayers and hugs to Jean family I knew Jean in our younger years Jean was sweet , funny girl . God bless her.

  • To: The Fritz Family
    It is with heavy hearts and teary eyes, that we mourn the passing of an astonishing woman who was kind, caring and friendly. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved her. She is gone from our sights but not our hearts.
    Praying for you the family during your period of bereavement.
    Prayerfully,
    Louis and Essie Young
    Newark, De.

  • Jim and Angel
    What a lovely lady, always smiling. She left a mark on all who met her. We will always carry her in our hearts
    May God Bless you and yours.

  • We had only had the pleasure to be in Jean’s company a time or two while visiting our dear friend Angel – but her presence was always inviting and infectious. Truly made you want to chat, laugh along and forget the time while in her company. You just knew she was a beautiful soul.
    Our sincere sympathies during this time –
    The Pritchett’s

  • My sympathies to you Jim. I appreciated your caring when Don died but couldn’t know how soon you would lose your spouse as well. From my experience, take time to grieve and remember your life together. The pain will pass but the memories will stay.