Frederick F. "Fritz" Pifher, age 78, lifelong resident of New Washington, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 in his home. He was born on January 13, 1946 in North Auburn, Ohio, to the late Grover and Elizabeth (Bechtel) Pifher.
Fritz was a 1964 graduate of Buckeye Central High School. After school, he worked as a truck driver for Pifher Trucking, where he later retired after working for 52 years. He enjoyed day-trips within Ohio, reading and spending time outside.
He is survived by his daughter and grandchildren; Angela (Russell), Payton and Gavin Lindsay of Arizona; 4 brothers, Cornelius (Jane), Edward (Ann), Charles (Marge), and Steven (Nancy) Pifher and sister, Peggy Nevergall.
In addition to his parents, Fritz was preceded in death by his daughter, Erin Manley; infant daughter Lori Ann; and sister Charlotte Tramayne.
A funeral mass will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church North Auburn. Burial will follow mass at the church cemetery. Online condolences may be made to his family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Stacey - May 3, 2024
Angie, I am so sorry for your loss. Have many memories of your dad. Thinking of you all.
Clifford Alt - May 2, 2024
My sincere condolences to the Pifher family.I always remember Limer takin care of business, he loved what he did.May he rest in PEACE
The Alt family:Ray,Lowell,Jayne - May 2, 2024
Our sincere sympathy to the Pifher family. Fritz was a "good guy"- You are all in our prayers&thoughts.
Charles & Mary Ferguson - May 1, 2024
To the Pifher family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane Dellinger - May 1, 2024
So Sorry to hear. Fritz was a very kind man- always saying hi when I seen him. Prayers for All of the Family.
Chris Daniel - Apr 29, 2024
Fritz was my very first brother-in-law, marrying my oldest sister. I bought my first car at age 16 from him for $350. He was kind and raised 2 beautiful daughters. He loved them and his grandchildren, Payton and Gavin. When I saw him last in February, he told me that if I was in NW I was always welcome to stay with him. He had a good heart and I know it was broken with the loss of Erin. Rest in Peace my friend.
Madelyn - Apr 28, 2024
Angie and Family, I want to Extend My Deepest Sympathy in the passing of your Dad! May he Rest in Peace. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Roger A. Throckmorton & Suzanne Wuthrich - Apr 27, 2024
We were neighbors of Fritz and always enjoyed speaking with him. He was a good fellow and a real attribute to the neighborhood. We will miss him and are sorry we won’t be able to wave and receive a positive response.
Kaye Smith - Apr 26, 2024
So sorry Angie, 💗🙏
Regina Whitaker - Apr 26, 2024
Angie, I am so sorry. Hugs my friend.
Susie Green - Apr 26, 2024
To all the Pifher family. You all are in my prayers. I will always have great memories of Fritz and all of you guys working at Pifhers. God Bless.
Connie and Rick Bores - Apr 26, 2024
Angie and Family and all the Pifher family, our sympathies to all of you on the passing of Fritz. He was a great guy and will be missed by many. May the memories he left behind bring you comfort 🙏🏻
Sharon Houseworth - Apr 26, 2024
Angie so sorry to hear of your father's passing may God bring comfort and hold you at this time. Hugs.
Joe Strausbaugh - Apr 25, 2024
So very sorry to hear of the loss of Fritz. The family is in my prayers.
Mindy Utz - Apr 25, 2024
My deepest condolences.
Linda Veletean - Apr 25, 2024
Angie and family and all of Fritz’s siblings, I am so very sorry to hear of Fritz’s passing. Mike and I always enjoyed talking to him before mass. Please know you are in my prayers and that you have my deepest sympathy.
Sherry Kintz (Niedermier) - Apr 25, 2024
So sorry to hear of Fritz's passing. Always enjoyed a little chit chat when seeing him. I feel for you Angie, you have been through a lot in such a short time. Sending a hug your way girl!!! Thinking of you and expressing my sympathy to you and your family.
Wendy Ayres Daniel - Apr 25, 2024
Angie - I'm so sorry to read this. Sending prayers out to you and your family. May your faith bring you peace, your family be your strength and your memories give you comfort in your time of need.
Don & Laurie Metzger - Apr 25, 2024
Your family is in our prayers. Growing up with Fritz hanging out with the parents was always a memorable time.
PAUL ZIMMERMAN - Apr 25, 2024
Angela, Steve and family, my sincere sympathy to you in the passing of Fritz. I just talked with him a few days ago outside the Dollar General. I was shocked to hear of his passing.
