Charles "Charlie" Fritz

Our beautiful boy and brother, Charles ‘Charlie’ Fritz, passed on 8/3/21 after sustaining injuries as a pedestrian in a vehicular accident. His death is a tragic loss for all who knew and loved him. Charlie was a force of nature, displayed a wicked sense of humor and outward silliness; always seeming to be quite confident in his unique path. Growing up in Edmonds, he graduated from Mountlake Terrace High School in 2019 with a STEM diploma. He embraced ‘nerd culture’ and was accomplished in Overwatch Competitive college league, captaining the Western Washington team in Esports. He was mathematically gifted and was engaged in related studies in college. Whatever he did, whether cross country, working, skate boarding, he engaged with a zest for life and inclusiveness for all. After travelling to Japan with the Kakahashi exchange program, he became interested in anime. Charlie was a friend to all with a big heart full of compassion. He is survived by his parents, Karen and Chuck, and little brother, Jackson. Although this is a very tragic and sorrowful loss, we appreciate celebrating Charlie’s life through laughter and shared stories. He was a character – lighting up the room with his goofiness and quick wit. We want to laugh at his silliness and appreciate what he may have meant to you. Please reflect on Charlie and write fun memories, stories, your relationship with him; his character; how he may have impacted your life. There is no limit! We would love to hear from you to help us with our healing and also have a keepsake of your written reflections. There will be opportunity for sharing at his Celebration of Life Service on Thursday. If you are comfortable speaking we would love that. If you prefer to have another read your words, we can arrange that. When over, we will collect the stories as keepsake. If you cannot attend the service, please share your stories on his tribute wall. Also, Charlie’s celebration of life will be live-streamed at 4 pm PST. See link below or visit Edmonds United Methodist Church website. Thank You, Karen, Chuck & Jackson The family is working with the City of Edmonds to place a memorial in one of the Edmonds Parks in honor of Charles. Donations can be sent to: City of Edmonds, Parks & Recreation, 700 Main Street, Edmonds, WA 98020. Please list Charles Fritz Memorial on the check. For those not in attendance, please feel free to open the attached program and follow along on the live stream.