Robert Fritschmann, 41, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Robert was a true godsend to those who knew and loved him. He had a special way of making life better simply by being in it, his presence was a blessing.

Above all, Robert loved his family. The love he gave them was genuine and unconditional, and the memories they shared will forever be dear to them. Though his absence leaves a deep ache in the hearts of those who loved him, the blessing of having known him will never fade.

He will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Paul and Brenda Mahaffey; paternal grandmother, Anna Aprea; paternal grandfather, Robert Fritschmann; paternal stepmother, Madilyn Fritschmann, and uncle, Paul Mahaffey Jr.

Robert is survived by his father, Robert Fritschmann; mother, Linda Layne (stepfather, Andrew Layne Jr); siblings, Andrew Layne, Wyatt Layne, Somer Layne, Crystal Polhans (Mitch), Andrea Layne and Rebecca Green (Roderick); aunts and uncles, Teddy (Robin) Mahaffey, Doyle (Betty) Mahaffey, Deborah Bishop and Brenda Smith.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Turner Funeral Home @ Hwy 58 from 3 – 7 p.m. There will also be a visitation on Sunday, October 25, 2026 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. A funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. in the chapel with Brother Mike Manning officiating.

Burial will be private.

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