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James Fritsche, 79, of Rochester, MN passed away on September 1, 2026 at Mayo Clinic St. Marys Hospital.
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A funeral service will be held at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peace United Church of Christ (1503 2nd Ave NE, Rochester, MN 55906). Visitation will be from 4-7 pm on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes (5421 Royal Pl NW Rochester, MN 55901) as well as one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial with Military Honors will be at Grandview Memorial Gardens in Rochester.
Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Fritsche family. To share a special memory or condolence, please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com
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