In Loving Memory of
Ardath Fritz
March 30, 1936 – May 14, 2026
Funeral Service
Friday, May 29, 2026
Aberdeen Community Hall
Aberdeen, Saskatchewan, Canada
Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery
Arrangements are in care of:
Cherished Memories Funeral Services – 306-242-7888
& Speers Funeral Chapel – 306-522-3232
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Ardath Fritz Obituary
Ardath Verne Fritz passed away on May 14, 2026, at the University Hospital in Saskatoon. She was born on March 30, 1936, in Reno, Nevada, to Frederic A. and Arda Faith Fritz. Ardath began her school years in Sparks, Nevada. In 1945 the family moved to Janesville, California, where she attended the two-room school through eighth grade, followed by high school in Susanville. After graduating high school, she went to University in Davis, California, and earned a degree in Home Economics. After that, she attended grad school and then taught Home Economics in Nevada City, California, while waiting to go into the ministry.
Ardath was predeceased by her father, Frederic, in 1971; her mother, Arda, in 1986; her younger sister, Florence Chavez, in 1998; and Florence’s son, Dan DeRuig, in 2025. She is survived by her brother, Fred, and his wife, Linda Fritz; nieces, Cindy Strube and Sheila DeRuig; nephew, Larry Chavez; great-niece, Cristina Strube; and great-nephews, Anthony and Kevin Chavez. She is also fondly remembered by many friends and fellow ministers in Canada, in the US, and around the world. She will be missed.
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We remember So Fondly and with much gratitude having Ardith will us at our prep days.
We value all she contributed in every and many ways .
Now are thankful she has finished the race .
With love Alex and Isabelle Howden
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She was a great teacher for us who were her who her students.
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Ardith was a very dear lady and will be so miss by many
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“Precious memories, how they linger….” We appreciated Ardath so much. Our sympathies to her family and coworkers.
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It was so special to be able to view Ardath’s. Service. She was in our field in Washington with Eileen Longley her 5th year in the work. A beautiful thing to see her finish after all of her years of service.. our paths only crossed a few times after she left Washington, but I have sweet memories of her beautiful spirit..
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she was in the first Wednesday night meeting we had
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Have wonderful memories of Ardath’s time in the Thunder Bay Ontario field. Her love of the friends and of what God had chosen for her.
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My remembrance returns to when Ardath offered to come and help in this great work of the Gospel in our provinces. And have appreciated the essence of respect she had for the continuing work of our Father in the souls of those she was amongst.
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Sending our sympathy to Ardaths family, coworkers and many friends. We loved having Ardath in our home and loved the gospel message she ministered to us in the years she was in SE SK. We are very grateful for her encouragement and helpful wisdom in every situation. Remembering her beautiful smile as she shared the precious gospel message. Lots of lovely memories.
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I will always remember dear Ardath as someone so kind & giving. She was very special & helpful to my mom & l. She is a keepsake.😊
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I have good memories of Ardith from going to Emo as a teenager and then crossing paths with her later as a fellow minister. One of the last times I remember her coming to convention at Hunter she told us in a workers mtg that “I have worked with many other sisters, but no one exactly like myself. “ I felt she encouraged us to respect and appreciate each of our coworkers knowing we are all individuals.
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I was privileged to have one year with Ardath here in New Brunswick. She had an outstanding care for the flock in her field. We appreciated her ministry. My deep sympathy to her family and the Workers. “We appreciate your labour.”
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Ardath was in our field in the early 60’s. She shown an interest in young children like me. I vividly remember her letting me “help” her in the kitchen! She was in our field with Gay Turner. Our lives have touched many wonderful people. One day we hope to be gathered around the throne together!
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Fond memory of Ardath in our fields when we were children.
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Ardath spent her life seeking the lost but never treating one as if they were lost; just gently pointed the way to the love and hope and expressed her joy when one made their choice. She was humble and didn’t expect anything from anyone but she always had a pearl of wisdom to give for free. I’m so grateful for her sweet influence and that she was my aunt.
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My condolences to Ardath’s family members and close friends.
I became a member of our precious group known as the Two by Twos several decades ago.
My elderly Mother was involved in a car accident as the vehicle drifted off the road into a deep snowbank on Canada’s Highway.
Two people who turned out to be special missionaries were driving behind the stranded car. Lealand Broughton and Joshua Tschetter
rescued the passengers and proceeded to drive Mom to Thunder Bay. My Mother was certain these were angels sent by God to help
her and others. This is how we learned about The Truth. Mom is now deceased, but we met Ardath Fritz and she was my first call to follow
Jesus. I have met many missionaries and love them all dearly. Ardath left an impression of stern loyalty, obedience and love which remains
with me. Ardath along with many other special Friends taught me to walk the narrow path with Jesus leading the Way to Heaven.
I am grateful for having the chance to meet wonderful faithful friends who embrace everyone who will listen to the Word.
I have benefited from Ardath Fritz’s presence on earth. Thank you to all the special missionaries and the retirees.
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Memories of Ardath in Janesville’s mission when she & the family professed. Wonderful , helpful years of telling & living the gospel story before others. Thank you for your beautiful life given as a living light.
Arnold & Marion Lyon
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My first memories of Ardath were when she would visit our home when I was a small child in the 1960’s in WA state. In later years I loved every opportunity to listen to the Gospel of Jesus she so faithfully preached and lived. Very thankful for the influence of her life upon mine.
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A dear friend with a shared college experience…a time when decisions are made and futures can be directed by God’s kind guiding hand. 8 years behind her at UCD, same major, we had the privilege of a “memory tour” to campus as she shared the beginning of her ministry journey there. A gracious lady who always encouraged us in our spiritual walk.
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Remembering a dear, sweet lady who was authentic and so giving. Ardath was very special to my family. I thought it a great sacrifice for her to be here in Saskatchewan when California was home. Thanks for your love and care, Ardath. My children always appreciated you.
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It is hard to grasp that Ardath’s journey has ended! But, she was a wonderful influence and times with her were special, even though I was in So. CA. I went to So.Baja, Mexico when she and Sally went to MB. I recall her letters and inspiration!
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My memories of Ardath are good. She shared from her heart living messages from God. Ardath lived with zeal leaving me inspired. She was a faithful sister ‘in the Lord’.
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Ardath & I traveled to MB together in 1971 & have been closely associated since that time. I give thanks for her trueness, her love for the scriptures that always brought bread to any meeting. We had a lovely phone visit on her birthday this year & I treasure the warmth & love I retain in my heart from that final connection. I will miss her – but I’m thankful for her influence on my life.
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Ardath was appreciated so much in the years she gave herself to the ministry and to others. She had a wealth of knowledge of the scriptures as well as many other things that we got to benefit by. Her godly spirit will be missed amoungst us. With sympathy to her family at this time loss.
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Ardath is very special to our family! She spent a few years in Nipawin area & was with us when we lost Harry & she had a wonderful part in his funeral service! She’s a special memory to me
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I always appreciated Ardyth’s steady influence of faith and commitment to the precious things of God. She always had bread for the soul.
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Dearest Ardath. Your sincerity & kindness have forever impacted myself, Lyall & our sons. It was our privilege to get to know you those years in California. I’m so sorry we missed our last visit…but you were called home before we got that visit. God knows your work & the results of your kindnesses & love for others.
My deepest condolences to all your family.
Much love & care,
Bev H (& family)
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Loved her faithfulness to the very end. Loved her happy smile v
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Our thoughts are with Fred and Linda and family and all the Workers at this time. Ardath was a very special friend to us. We are thankful for every time Ardath came to visit us – it was such a privilege to be in her presence. We loved and appreciated the Christ like spirit she brought into our home. We will miss her but am thankful she finished the race with honor.
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Appreciated Ardith’s balanced stability in her ministry, upholding what was right before God. She truly cared for souls.
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Dear Saskatchewan ites y Manitobans and family of Ardath ,
Many thoughts are with you as you bid goodbye to a dear lady …. Recently a young worker said to me “ I’m just thankful to being doing something worthwhile with my life “ … I thought of how Adarth would echo the same thought . I am grateful for her love and kindness to me . My sincere sympathy , Gail McMurray
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We will always remember Ardath for her bright, helpful Spirit and words, and her God-guided enthusiasm.