Elizabeth Ann Fritz, daughter of Mary Ann Clark, and Rick and Linda Bearfield; granddaughter of Helen Conger, sister of Chris Clark, Jessica Lowe Leu (David), Catherine Bearfield Bennett, Miranda Jeanne Caldwell (Shane), Derrick Richard Lowe (Sarah), Brett Alan Bearfield (Lauren), Cieria Renee Poland, and Dazia Charbree Poland; daughter-in-law of Dorothie Fritz, sister-in-law to Oliver Fritz (Janhavi) and Michelle Fritz; departed this world to be in the arms of the Lord on March 31st, 2023.
Elizabeth was born on October 10th, 1984, in Johnson City, TN. She is survived by her daughters Samantha Ann Fritz, Julia Margaret Fritz and husband LTC Michael J. Fritz (Army). Elizabeth is also surrounded in love by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Elizabeth attended University High from first through twelfth grade, excelling in both academics and athletics. Elizabeth earned many academic honors and competed in several sports including soccer, basketball, track, and cross country. Elizabeth attended Clemson University and continued her pattern of academic excellence earning a bachelor’s and master’s degree in accounting, ultimately becoming a certified public accountant (CPA). In addition to her athletic and academic accomplishments, Elizabeth was a servant of the Lord, an active church member at Jonesborough United Methodist Church and many other communities of faith. Elizabeth married Lieutenant Colonel Michael J. Fritz on June 19th, 2010, and as an Army family, moved five times and lived in four different states. While stationed in New York, the family welcomed daughters Samantha Ann Fritz (7) and Julia Margaret Fritz (5).
Elizabeth’s service to others, magnetic personality, and sense of humor attracted lifelong friends and relationships. Elizabeth enjoyed extraordinary adventures, studying abroad in Mexico, joining Clemson’s sky diving team, and the service of the Army. While all these journeys shaped Elizabeth’s life, she would most certainly say that her biggest achievement was being a mother to Samantha and Julia, who are unquestionably mini-‘Miss E’s’. Samantha and Julia light up the world sharing Elizabeth’s empathy, compassion, love of family, hard work, and warm smile. To know Elizabeth was to know love.
For the many trials life offered, Elizabeth met them with kindness, being as gentle as you can be in life. Her daughters will always find a constant and comfort in her love, may she rest in peace and attain everlasting love in the kingdom of heaven.
The family will have a visitation at Jonesborough United Methodist Church (211 W. Main St, Jonesborough, TN) on April 21st from 3:00pm-8:00pm, a service at Jonesborough United Methodist Church on April 22nd at 12:00pm, and a picnic at Rotary Park (1001 N. Broadway St, Johnson City, TN) beginning at 4:00pm. The family encourages those planning to attend to wear colors that celebrate Elizabeth’s life, including orange and purple to reflect Elizabeth passion for the University of Clemson.
In lieu of Flowers the family asks to please donate to: Gravetop Church of San Antonio www.gravetopchurch.com 2627 Gato Del Sol, San Antonio, TX 78245
04/26/2023
Janković family
Our deepest condolences to the Fritz family on this tragic loss.
Mary Ann & Family,
Lifting you all up in prayer through this tremendous loss & praying you will be carried by sweet memories and God's Grace.
A parent or grandparents should never have to bury their child. But unfortunately it happens. Mary Ann and Linda my heart hurts for y'all. Just know love and prayers are coming your way from all over. Elizabeth is in a better place now and she is happy. God Bless You and her beautiful little girls.
Peace to the broken hearts.
04/21/2023
Pat Carlisle Melissa Foster’s Mother
Linda, you and had a wonderful time talking about our Daughters & Granddaughters at one of Elizabeth’s daughter’s Birthday Party. It was the Granddaughter that was Melissa’s Daughter’s age 5 or 6 last summer. My heart aches for all of your Family . I am the short, curly blonde haired Grandma. We sat out on the porch together. I live in Jonesboro, AR. I just wanted you to know I have been praying for Elizabeth’s Family ever since I heard this. If you want to talk you can reach me at 870-882-1649 I normally do not answer unknown phone numbers, leave me a message & I will reach out to you. Sending prayers, hugs & sympathy Pat Carlisle 2013 White Lane Jonesboro, Arkansas 72404 870-882-1649
Mary Ann and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful and beautiful daughter. You and your family are in my heart, thoughts, and prayers. I pray the Lord will surround you with His love and compassion.
Although I had only met Elizabeth a few times in person I mostly knew her through her momma, Mary Ann. I followed her on Facebook and watched her girls grow. She will be greatly missed by so many. May her beautiful soul rest peacefully in the arms of Jesus.
04/19/2023
Connie D Maden
Mary Ann and family, keeping you in my prayers. Keeping her precious daughters in my thoughts and prayers along with her husband. Big hugs and many prayers for all.
Sending my deepest sympathies and condolences to all of Elizabeth’s family. Praying for comfort and peace for each of you in the days ahead. -
Amy
My deepest condolences and sympathy to the Fritz, Bearfield, and Clark families. My heart aches for the loss of Elizabeth. Please know that the Army family (especially Mike’s Battle Boar) brothers stand ready and will continue to send strength and love to all affected by this tragedy. We pray that God continues to hold Mike and those two precious angels softly in his loving hands.
04/18/2023
Danny P. Hoilman
My deepest sympathy to the Fritz, Bearfield and Clark families. I pray for comfort and peace for all who loved her.
04/17/2023
Janice and Bobby
Mary Ann,
We are so sorry to hear about your daughter. Bobby and I know what you are feeling right now. You feel like you heart is totally broken. We are thinking of you and praying for you.
Love,
Janice and Bobby Hammett
I am so very blessed to have had someone like Elizabeth in my life! Her wonderful words of encouragement and wonderful spirit will be carried with me in my heart for the reat of my life! I will miss her deeply and I pray that God may just be with us all through this and help us to find comfort in this time.
04/17/2023
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Slattery
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
04/16/2023
James Blackmon
Cousin Mike, I was so deeply saddened to learn about Elizabeth's passing. My heart goes out to you, the girls, and her family. I will see you soon.
My heartfelt condolences for Liz’s children and family. I knew Liz during her time in Texas and she was an inspiration to say the least. Her intellect, warmth, and gentle soul was one of a kind and infectious. Any conversation inevitably included a homespun story about her daughters. Those of us who had the privilege of knowing her are devastated. I pray for the girls and family that Liz’s faith and Gods ever present love provides some level of comfort and solace. She is missed in Texas.
04/14/2023
Robbieah Chaiban
Mike I’m very sorry for your loss brother. I’m so sorry that you have to suffer this grief! I pray that you and your little ones find peace and love by those that surround you in your time of anguish. If there is anything I can do my friend please let me know.
Mary Ann, I am so sorry to hear of Elizabeth’s passing. Know you and your loved ones are in my prayers. Much love
Renea
04/14/2023
Lynice Broyles
My dear Mary Ann I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. Know my love and prayers are with you and your family. Your family has always been very special to me. Sending my love and prayers. Lynice Broyles
04/14/2023
Pamela Daniels
What a beautiful and loving young lady. Her hugs spoke of so much love and grace. Her loving smile met you first, then her arms reached for you. Sincere and priceless! She’s now in the arms of Jesus - and that’s precious!
04/14/2023
Colleen & Dennis Bielski
Love & prayers from Michigan, Dear Fritz/Bearfield Families - The Dennis Bielski Family
04/13/2023
David and Sandra Holt
Sending our heartfelt sympathy and prayers to each of you as you face the days ahead. So thankful that this world is not our home and that Jesus is coming back soon. May the Lord's heavenly angels surround your whole family at this time.
04/13/2023
Brian and Sarah Pinson
Words cannot describe how sad we are for all of you. Many prayers for healing during this horrific tragedy.
My deepest condolences to you & your family!
We will be praying for you & your family!
04/13/2023
Jason and Jennie Romanello
Our heart goes out to you and the girls. Miss you my friend. Love you Fritzy. You’re an incredible Father and human.
Mary Ann,
Adrian, Burke, and I are so sad about Elizabeth’s passing. Please know I’m praying for peace for all your family and hers, and for her rest in God’s love.
04/12/2023
Pamela Moore Cunningham
I am so sorry to hear of this loss. My prayers and thoughts for the days ahead
04/12/2023
Elizabeth Blackwell
I knew Elizabeth from San Antonio. It was always a pleasure to be around her and to know her. Praying for peace and comfort.
I heard today and was very sorry about Elizabeth’s passing. She was an extremely nice person that was always kind to everyone. I recall that when my Grandpa passed we carpooled home together from Clemson that weekend. She came unexpectedly to his funeral service despite having never met him because she knew he meant a lot to me. Those sorts of acts exemplified the type of person she was.
I didn’t know Elizabeth but she must have been an amazing human being. My thoughts are with her with her parents and step parents
04/12/2023
Jessica Collins
I attended University School with Elizabeth and Brett, and I was devastated to hear of her passing. My prayers are with her, Brett, Linda, and her entire family. Elizabeth was a beautiful person, extremely talented, and I know she will be missed in this world, but we will see her again. May she rest in peace in God’s eternal kingdom.
04/12/2023
Martin & Carol McCool
Dear Bearfield, Clark, and Fritz Families, Please accept our deepest sympathy for your beloved Elizabeth Ann. What a beautiful light she must have been to all that knew her. A loving: soul, person, daughter, sister, aunt, wife, mother and friend. We send our love and hugs as we pray for the Holy Spirit to comfort you all in His own special way, as only He can do, in the days, weeks, and months to come.
Eliz had such a sweet spirit and was such a good friend. May the Lord grant peace to her family and draw near to Him
