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Thomas R. Fritz, 59, of Westmont, passed away August 7, 2025, after a battle with cancer. Born April 16, 1966, in Johnstown, he is survived by mother Kathryn (Fyock); father Richard and stepmother Patricia; his wife Tracy (Raymond); daughter Tara Fritz; brothers Richard (Jennifer) and Chad (Holly); sister-in-law Sheryl Raymond; mother-in-law Natalie Raymond; nieces and nephews Emma, Noah, Connor, and Willa; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded in death by father-in-law Ralph Raymond.
Tom was dedicated to his work as controller and assistant vice president of finance at Saint Francis University for 20 years. He previously spent many long hours at the family-owned Fritz’s Farmers Market, where he met his wife, Tracy, to whom he was married for 35 years. Tom enjoyed bowling, golfing, and hunting with his Compadres at Indiana Bear Club. As a West Virginia University graduate, he was a huge fan of the Mountaineers and loved to tailgate at football games. He loved the outdoors and was involved with the Cambria County Recreation Authority. He also enjoyed his Corvette, good food, good laughs, and a good beer.
Friends will be received from 3-7 PM on Tuesday at the Picking-Treece-Bennett Mortuary, 921 Menoher Blvd., where the funeral service will be held at 11 AM Wednesday with Vicar Christy Harford officiating. Interment at Richland Cemetery.
In Tom's memory, memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
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