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- Fredrich 'Fritz' A. Wurl, age 94, formerly of Wheatfield, was called to his heavenly home on January 13, 2016 at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence. Born August 27, 1921 in the Town of Wheatfield, son of the late Fredrich and Josephine (Koble) Wurl.
He served in the Air Force 1942-1945, and was a charter member of the American Legion Wheatfield Post 1451. He operated the former Fritz's Collision, located on Ward Road until his retirement. Fritz was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda and enjoyed watching the Buffalo Sabres and playing cards.
Survivors include a son, Dennis (Edele) Wurl; and daughter, Kathleen (Stephen) Keller both of Wheatfield; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife of 71 years, Betty J. Wurl, on April 4, 2014; a son, Thomas Wurl; two brothers, Wilmer and Lester Wurl; and a sister, Mildred Schultz.
Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday, January 23 at 11 a.m. in St. Paul Lutheran Church, 453 Old Falls Blvd., North Tonawanda. Interment will be in White Chapel Memorial Park. There is no prior visitation.
Memorial contributions may be made to the church.
Arrangements were with the DUBOIS FUNERAL HOME.
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