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Virginia M "Virgie" Fritz

Virginia M "Virgie" Fritz

Virginia M. “Virgie” Fritz, age 86 of Eau Galle, died Saturday, September 6, 2025 at the Plum City Care Center in Plum City with her family by her side.

Virgie was born on  July 20, 1939 in Durand. She was the daughter of Edward and Irene (Fedie) Brunner. Virgie grew up in the town of Lima, attended and graduated from Sacred Heart High School in Lima in 1957. Virgie married Richard Taylor in December of 1961 and had four children together. They owned and operated the Taylor bar in Eau Galle. Richard was killed in a car accident in April of 1971. On July 14, 1973, Virgie married Richard “Dick” Fritz at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Eau Galle. Together, they had two children. Virgie worked as a cook for the Durand-Arkansaw School District for 19 years until her retirement in 2005. She also served chicken with Harmon Chicken Dinners for many years.

Virgie enjoyed music and played the drums for over 40 years with Ray’s Concertina, Mary Jane’s Trio and St. Henry’s Polkateers. She also liked playing cards, going to the casino, fishing, bowling, softball and going for a ride. Virgie really loved to spend time with her family and attend her children and grandchildren’s sporting and school events.

Virgie is survived by her husband, Dick; six children, Terry (Mary) Taylor of Gilman; Roger (Renee) Taylor of Belleville; Rock (Jean) Taylor of Cottage Grove; Roxanne (Reuben) Featherstone of Stafford, VA; Jeremy “Bud” (Holly) Fritz of Ft. Myers, FL and Leanne (Derrek Watson) Fossum of Dumfries, VA; 11 grandchildren, Richard; Molly (Adam); Daryan (Zach); Nathan; Sean (Larissa); Jacob (Abbey); Alix; Spencer (Brittany); Jackson; Carson and Rayden, five great grandchildren, Liam; Payton; Riley; Ava and Gavin, four siblings, Marlene (Jerry) Dammen of Baraboo; Stanley (Lorna) of Durand; Mike (Karlan) of Durand and Rita (Ken) Lawrenz of Janesville, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, first husband Rich Taylor and one brother, Derald “Dotch” (Marge) Brunner.

Memorial Mass will be 11:00AM Saturday, September 13, 2025 at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Eau Galle with Rev. Jerry Hoeser officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00PM-7:00PM Friday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

  1. Amy Harmon

    My deepest condolences to all of Virgie’s family. She was truly all heart and had a gift for bringing laughter to those around her.

    I will always remember her cheering us on at the sporting events and sharing stories while working at the chicken dinners. May those wonderful memories bring you comfort, as her spirit will always be with you.

    Her smile and sparkle in her eye made a room light up. I'll never forget that.

  2. Patti Blount

    I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Virgie. Sympathy to the family during this difficult time. I always enjoyed talking to her and bowling with her.

  3. Deanna Rippley

    I wish I wouldn't have missed the wake. Our families have a shared history. Virgie's dad and our neighbors used to trashed together..Edward ran the bowling alley where our parents bowled. Our neighbors, Dick Brunner was a brother of Ed's , so we knew all the cousins. Virie played in the band and her first cousins had and band together, the Bob- o- links. Virgie's sister, Marlene was creative at making up cheers and the best athlete on the floor plus she could twill a baton in the marching band. I saw Stanley , her brother when he worked at the bus garage. I have fond memories of all those good people. When always said hi to each other when Virgie worked at the Harmon Chicken dinners. I remember Virgie and her husband sitting in the top bleachers with their friends when they watch sporting events in the gym. I remember her daughter who about our boys age because I think she like our oldest son and how she said she was in the Pentagon when it was attacked. I'm sorry I'm missed see Virgie's family because they were all important to me and such good people...We will miss Virgie.

  4. Beckie Boigenzahn

    Our sincere condolences Dick to you and your family. Virgie always had the brightest smile. She will be missed by so many. Treasure all the good times and laughs you shared. Beckie & Jim

  5. Ruth

    Sending hugs Leanne to you & your family!
    I loved hearing about your Mom when we talk......now she can ask Patty a tons of questions for us ❤️

  6. Bob and Mary Zika

    She was a fantasic lady! Our thoughts and prayers go out to Virgie's family.

  7. ED NELSON

    Our deepest sympathy Dick and family!

  8. Elizabeth Caulder

    Please accept our deepest heartfelt condolences on the passing of the matriarch of your family. Virge’s love and guidance will forever be a part of you, and her memory will live on in the hearts of all those who were fortunate enough to know her.

  9. Dr. Doug Jacot

    What an amazing woman. Always the warmest smile and most positive attitude. I was blessed to have met her.

  10. Diane Mack

    My boys and I had the wonderful opportunity of living in Eau Galle and having the Fritz's as great neighbors!! Virgie was always full of smiles and laughter. God says everyone walks into your life for a reason, and we are glad they walked into ours. Be at peace Virgie, and I know all the kids and Dick have so many wonderful memories to hold in their hearts.

  11. Al and

    Prayers of comfort to you all. We will miss seeing and visiting with Virgie at the Care Center! Such a wonderful lady!

  12. Beth (Helmueller) Ede

    I’m so sorry to read of Virgie’s passing. I knew her and her family a bit from my time staying in Eau Galle with Grandpa Tony & Grandma Edith and hanging out in the store. Sending peace.

  13. Kathy Teeters

    Deepest sympathy Dick to you and your family. We all had fun getting together when we were younger. Harmond chicken was delicious and we enjoyed seeing the family. I' m sorry we won't make it for the funeral, I have COVD.

  14. Todd Taylor

    Hi Roxanne. My Dad called and told me the sad news. Just know that I am praying for all of you during this time. It’s not easy losing your Mother. I loved Aunt Verge. She always made me laugh. Whenever I would run into her she was always so happy to see me and always had a story to share with me. I remember times in our childhood that your Mom always made thing so special. I thought of her Mom often. Hold on to the memories. They are a blessing.

  15. Don & Jane Rahman

    Our true sympathies to the Fritz family …. Virgie was a marvelous lady with smiles for all, and love for all! May you enjoy many, many happy memories of Virgie !

  16. Mia Guzman

    My heart breaks for you and your family! My deepest condolences to you all. Asking God for peace, strength and, serenity, and love! Cyber hugs Roxanne. Always here if you need me!

  17. Phillip & Dawne Aycock

    Roxanne my deepest condolences, prayers, and sympathy. May that bring you and your family peace and comfort during your time of mourning!

  18. Larry Asher

    We are so sorry to hear that Virgie went onto heaven.
    I'm sorry but I leave Friday afternoon to fly out to Washington DC on the honor flight with Jim and will return on Sunday.
    I will get in contact with you after it all quiets down at your place.
    Know that all of you are in my thoughts.
    Larry

  19. Suzi Crownhart

    My sympathy to Virgie’s family. She was one of the good ones. Rest in Peace.

  20. Gary & Judi Bauer

    Our deepest sympathy Dick and family. Loved to visit with Virgie when we came Plum City Keeping u all in our prayers

  21. Karen Brenner

    Roxanne my deepest sympathy. Our mom’s were the best together please think of the times they were cheering us on either at the ball fields or the high school gym May that bring you peace and comfort and this time.

  22. Jodell & John Marson

    So sorry Dick to hear of Virgie’s passing. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.

  23. Paula Smith

    To the family of Virgie. I'm truly sorry for the loss of your mother I know she is drumming up in heaven I'll miss the way she used to play the drums in the church choir and polka masses she always so happy to be with people and they loved how she was with them God sent his angel for her and I know she will watch over all of you you have my. Sympathy I'll keep you all in my thoughts and prayers

    Paula. Smith7

  24. Regan Lazzeroni Regan Lazzeroni

    Virginia was amazing i love all her stories she told about her family. Sure going to miss her lived working with her. Sorry for your loss

  25. Judy Anderson

    I want to extend my sympathy to Dick and all of Virgie’s family. My Mom & Dad(Art & Annie Brenner) had many good times with her often filled with laughter. I can hear her laughter during a card game in heaven with them.

  26. Kay Noll

    Sorry, for your loss. My Sympathy.vt

  27. John and a Judy Parr

    Our prayers are with

  28. Ed McRoberts

    Condolences to all. Many memories of growing up in Eau Galle with the Taylor kids and seeing Virgie then, and many times more after growing up. She will definitely be missed

  29. Allan and Pat Baier

    Our prayers and condolences to the entire family of Dick and Virgie Fritz. She was always so pleasant to be around and her memories will live on with friends and family.

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