FRITZ (QUINN), Elaine
Posted: October 5th, 2024
FRITZ (QUINN), ELAINE 01/05/1950 – 01/10/2024 It is with great sadness and heavy hearts to announce the passing of Elaine Gail Fritz at the age of 74. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend; after her hard fought 14-year battle with cancer. She passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Tuesday Oct 1st at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital.
She’ll be greatly missed by her loving husband Ken Fritz, her son Brendon Hanlon (Jamie), her daughter Courtney (Shane) Perry, her stepchildren Jen & Dave Fritz. Her sister Colleen (Jeff) Leiser and family. Their mother Lillie Quinn (almost 101), and lastly her 4 cherished grandchildren Megan & Marissa Hanlon and Miya & Brock Perry.
She was predeceased by her father William Charles Quinn in 1995.
She retired from the oil and gas industry in Taber 2008. After retiring she enjoyed spending her summers in Cranbrook BC and her winters in California at Sunbeam (her happy place). For the last few years, she has spent most of her time in Lethbridge to be closer to the cancer clinic and her family.
She’ll forever be remembered for her thoughtfulness, generosity, selflessness, huge heart, and the best tickle backs.
She wanted to make sure we thanked all her wonderful healthcare staff over the years and especially 4C for the last 2 1/2 weeks.
Her Celebration of Life will be held on Friday Oct 18th, 2024 from 1:00 – 4:00pm at the Lethbridge German/Canadian Club. 902 6th St. N.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Canadian Cancer Society in memory of Elaine.
To send a condolence, please visit www.salmonandsons.ca
She suffered for many years and at last she is no longer in pain. May you find peace and strength as you go forward. And may her memory always be a blessing to you.