FRETZ, Lamar Frederick. Feb 27, 1933 ~ Feb 22, 2025. Went home to be with his heavenly Father on Saturday February 22, 2025 in his 92nd year.
Lamar was born to Howard Sr. and Elva Fretz (nee Sherk). Beloved husband to Anna Mae Sider (1993) and Eileen Sherk. Loving father to Heather Ioannoni (Bruno) and Terry Fretz (Denette). Proud and loving grandfather of Carlo Ioannoni (Catharine), Sara Ioannoni, Hannah Song (Cole), Jesse Fretz, and great grandfather to Jordan (Regan), and Shannon Ioannoni.
Lovingly remembered by his siblings Kaye Steckley, Howard Fretz Jr., Hubert Fretz (Bev), Ken Fretz (Jill), brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws Mary Fretz, Ruth Schiedel (Wayne), Sharon McCombs (Roy), Lillian Byer (Nelson) Douglas Sherk and their families. Predeceased by Miriam (Paul), Alvin Steckley, Jean Fretz, Lester Fretz, Leroy Fretz, Margie Fretz and by his great granddaughter Madelyn Ioannoni.
Thanks to the community paramedics, PSW Brenda and Nurse Alison. Thank you to the medical staff in the ER and 3rd Floor at Dunnville Hospital for their wonderful care. Memorial donations to the Mennonite Central Committee ( mcc.org ) would be appreciated. Visitation will be held at the Wainfleet Be In Christ Church, 53007 Perry Rd Wainfleet on Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00pm. Funeral Service will be held in the church on Friday February 28, 2025 at 11:00 am. Interment Bertie Brethren In Christ Cemetery. Online condolences jwhartfuneralhome.com
I (Keith) always was intrigued with Lamar’s recollections of Africa while visiting family at the Sider Farm Sunday afternoons. This is what sparked my interest in Zambia as a boy. Lamar was knowledgeable about many other things and made discussions very interesting. We will miss having conversations with Lamar and meeting him for fish and chips ☺️.
As a long-term friend of Lamar and his family, I am deeply saddened by his passing but grateful for the legacy he leaves behind. Lamar was a man of unwavering faith, boundless kindness, and a deep love for his family and community. His wisdom and warmth enriched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. While he will be greatly missed, his spirit and the impact of his life will continue to inspire us all.