Irene L. Fry, 89, of Fremont, OH passed away on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at ProMedica Memorial Hospital. She was born May 11, 1932 in Latcha, OH the daughter of Carl and Nora (Schwartzwalder) Geldin. She was a 1950 graduate of Fremont High School. Irene worked at Eaton Controls for forty-one years until they closed in 1991.
Irene married Duane “Pete” E. Fry and he preceded her in death on August 30, 2013. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church and the Republican Central Committee. Irene received the Woman of the Year award from the Ohio Republican Party in 2013 and was a poll worker for many years. She collected bells and enjoyed going on car rides and the Easter Seals Day Care Program. Irene’s true love was spending time with her family and she loved her animals.
Irene is survived by her daughter, Connie (Michael) Smith; grandchildren, Justin C. Smith, Jacob E. (Amber) Smith and Joshua M. (Ally) Smith; great grandchildren, Jeremiah and Aspen; brother-in-law, Kenneth Smith all of Fremont, OH and many nieces and nephews..
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Duane “Pete” Fry; siblings, Arthur C. Geldin, Carolyn B. Smith, Wilma D. Walker and Leonard “Ben” Geldin and special nephews, Steven and Alan Walker.
Visitation: Friday from 4 – 8 pm at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH
Services: Saturday, January 8, 2022 at 11:00 am with one hour of visitation prior to the service at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 212 N. Clover St, Fremont, OH; Pastor Matt Wheeler officiating.
Burial: Oakwood Cemetery
Memorials can be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church or Easter Seals.
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Barbara McNelly
Justin and family, May you treasure the unforgettable moments and meaningful words you shared. May you find comfort, hope and peace in each new day. My deepest condolences at the loss of your grandmother. Barbara McNelly
Lesa Wright
My deepest sympathy to you and your family, Connie and Mike.
Jacinta Figley
Irene was a special person! I only knew her in her later life but she would out do any of us at Easterseals! One heck of a volleyball player! I’m blessed to have known her. My condolences go out to her entire family as Irene was ALL about FAMILY! Carry on her legacy.
Much love
Jaci
Jeanette Gleba
My deepest sympathy to you all! I remember Irene always being there for the kids when they attended Hayes! She was always willing to go the extra mile for her grandkids! She loved you all! Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!!
Jeanne Warren
So sorry for your loss. Was sorry when Wilma passed. Graduated with her. You lost two beautiful people in a short time. God Bless you and your family Connie.
Marie Green
My sincere sympathies to Irene Fry’s family. Unfortunately I did not know her personally but saw her at many Republican functions over the years. It was evident and without question she loved and supported her family. May God comfort you all through this difficult time.
Steve and Karen Oberst
Connie and Family
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane Barton
Thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Continued prayers to your family.
Diane Barton and Steve Sturbaum
Roberta Patterson
Connie and family, I am so sorry for yet another loss of loved one. Praying for God’s comfort
Olivia Bauer
So sorry to hear about your lovely mother. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.