Larry Leo Fritz II died on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at his residence in New London. Born February 9, 1961, in Norwalk, he lived in Norwalk and New London throughout his life, graduating from New London High School in 1979. He also lived briefly on the lake, and enjoyed spending time on the water.

Larry earned his undergraduate and master's degrees from The Ohio State University and worked as a social worker, most recently for the Ohio Bureau of Vocational Rehab (OBVR). He was a member of the Eagles Post 2869 of New London and Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed boating and music. Larry was an excellent singer and family and friends enjoyed listening to him sing.

Most important in Larry's life was his family and friends, he cherished the time that he spent with those that he loved most and will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved him.

Survivors include his children, Larry Fritz III of Akron, and Jamie Fritz, also of Akron; mother, Rita A. (Miller) Fritz; sisters, Mary (Greg) Spears of Marblehead, and Geri (Bryan Puder) Spears of New London; nieces and nephews, Haley, Heather, Nicole, and Trevor; and great-nephews, Ryder and Bode.

Larry was preceded in death by his father, Larry L. Fritz I; and an aunt, Sister Mary Alan Miller.

Family and friends are invited to visitation from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2024 at Eastman Funeral Home, 200 W. Main St., New London, OH 44851. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, June 22 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 18 Park Ave., New London, OH 44851.