Frederick Edward “Fritz” Schanen, age 86, of Friendship, Wisconsin passed away peacefully Friday, October 14, 2016 at his home surrounded by his family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 21, 2016 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Friendship. Father Valentine will officiate. Interment with military honors will be at the St. Leo Catholic Cemetery in Friendship. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. until the time of mass on Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Fritz was born May 6, 1930 in Port Washington, Wisconsin to William and Julia (Link) Schanen.
Fritz attended Port Washington High School. He then enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. in July of 1948 and was honorably discharged in July of 1952.
He married Clara M. Schmit on September 28, 1957 in Port Washington.
Fritz was a self-employed master plumber for many years and then later retired from the Wisconsin Rapids School District.
Fritz enjoyed camping, fishing, cutting firewood, and spending time with his family and friends.
He was a member of the Saukville Fire Department and the Saukville American Legion
Fritz was preceded in death by his parents, William & Julia Schanen; brothers, Joseph Schanen; James Schanen and Thomas Schanen.
Survivors:
Wife: Clara Schanen of Friendship, Wisconsin
Son: Kurt (Louise) Schanen of Mosinee, Wisconsin
Daughter: Sue (Gary) Pieper of Adell, Wisconsin
Son: Gregg (Julie) Schanen of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Son: Paul (Shannon) Schanen of Adams, Wisconsin
Grandson: Nick Schanen of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Grandson: Matt Schanen of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Katie Schanen of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Grandson: Gary (Valerie) Pieper Jr. of Fredonia, Wisconsin
Grandson: John Pieper of Random Lake, Wisconsin
Grandson: Dan Pieper of Adell, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Victoria Pieper of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Amanda (Jason) Reimer of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Lisa (William) Dortch of Campbellsport, Wisconsin
Grandson: Gregory (Hayley) Schanen of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Grandson: Austin Martinez of Adams, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Emily Schanen of Adams, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Allison Schanen of Adams, Wisconsin
Great-Granddaughter: Ellie McMahn of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Great-Grandson: Nathan Reimer of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Great-Grandson: Nolan Reimer of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Great-Grandson: Ian Reimer of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Great-Grandson: Owen Reimer of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Great-Granddaughter: Madalyn Dortch of Campbellsport, Wisconsin
Sister: Ruth Blecha of Port Washington, Wisconsin
Sister-in-law: Rosie (Tom) Watry of Cecil, Wisconsin
My condolences are extended to the Schanen family. Fritz was a good man. He led a full life. May he rest in peace.
Ray and I are sending our prayers.
Clara and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Fritz passing, he was a great guy! We have a lot of great memories of him from the bar and at your house.
Our prayers are with you always.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers!
Paul and Family. Very sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. Reza, Affy and I ask that you convey our condolences to your Mother and the rest of your family.
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to family and friends. May you all be comforted knowing that God has called our friend and comrade home.
Praying that fond memories and the love of family and friends will bring you peace during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you……..
My deepest sympathy to you Clara and your family. So sorry to hear of Fritz’s passing.
Prayers be with you now and the days ahead. Fritz will be truly missed.
Dear Clara & Sue, We are so very sorry for your loss.
Schanen family – I’m sorry for your loss.
so sorry to hear about your loss. we love you and are here for you all. hugs!
I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sorry for your loss, your family will be in our prayers.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies to all.
Very sorry for your loss. His regular attendance at St. Joseph’s will be missed. God bless you during this difficult time.
Sorry for your loss. He will always be remembered with a big smile and words of wisdom.
Clara and family:
Sorry for your loss, Fritz was a great guy and will be remember by all of the Lindens.
Take care and God be with you at this difficult time.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
My sincere condolences to the Schanen Families.
I am very sorry to learn of the passing of your grandfather (Greg ) and your father-in-law, Julie. You are in my prayers. May you find comfort in the love shared with you at this time and in the memories such as what Greg posted on fb.
My thoughts and Prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss. May God grant you comfort during this difficult time.
Clara and family,
Prayers to you all during this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss. It always put a smile on my face to think of Fritz.
Very sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss..prayers, hugs.
So sorry for your families loss
so sorry on your loss. may God family and friends comfort you during this difficult time