Obituary of Sandra Faye Fritz-Kelly

Fritz-Kelly, Sandra “Sandy” passed away unexpectedly Sunday evening, October 08, 2023. Sandra was born on September 29, 1937 in Jamestown, ND, the daughter of the late Edward and Emma (Berreth) Kercher. Sandy was united in marriage to Larry Kelly on August 8, 1981, in Tawas, MI; he survives her.

After graduated Jamestown High School she attended NDSU were she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. She then continued her education at UMN receiving her Masters of Science in Nursing. Sandy taught for 16 years a Delta College. In her spare time Sandy, enjoyed knitting and traveling. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family; especially her grandchildren.

Sandy is survived by her loving husband Larry of 42 years; two children, Brad (Laurie) Fritz, Brent (Patricia) Fritz; four step-children, Kimarie (Mike) Dixon, Kevin (Vicky) Kelly, Jennifer (Phil) Wegner and Pamela (Joe) Pape, 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother and sister, Edsel and Aloha Kercher; and her beloved feline companions, Pixie and Jasper.

FUNERAL: A Memorial Service for Sandra will take place on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 11:00 AM from First United Methodist Church, 4790 Gratiot Rd. Saginaw, MI 48638 with Pastor Amy Terhune to officiate. Inurnment will take place in Goodrich, North Dakota at a later date.

VISITATION: Family and friends are welcome to gather at the church on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.

MEMORIALS: Those planning a memorial contribution are asked to consider the Saginaw Zoo.

Deisler Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Fritz-Kelly Family; To share a thought or memory with Sandy’s family at the church or through www.DeislerFuneralHome.com