Wilbert Richard Fritsche was born January 3, 1935, in Lee County, Texas and passed away May 7, 2018 in Tomball, Texas

at the age of 83.

Wilbert was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Fritsche,  his son Wilbert Lee Fritsche, parents, Ben and Adela Fritsche

and his brother, Alfred Fritsche

Wilbert was married to Gladys Fritsche on August 30, 1958.  He enjoyed working in his garden, fishing, and spending time at Lake Somerville with his family.

He is survived by his children, Tammy Slaughter ( Pat), Debbie Arias (Art), Richard Fritsche (Terri), Randy Fritsche (Judy), Kim Marriott (Kerry); grandchildren, Justin (Amber), Kristie (Philip), Art, Christopher, Brandon, Cortney (Brian), Kayla (Travis), and Katie; great-grandchildren, Annalee, Jake, Kayson, and Allie.

A time of visitation will be held from 9-10 am with the funeral service to begin at 10 am on Friday, May 11, 2018 at the Klein Funeral Home in Magnolia.