Frederic “Fritz” Schlicher, Iola…age 94, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
As a lifelong educator, Fritz gained his knowledge at multiple institutions, attending UW-Whitewater, University of Iowa, Knox College, Drew University, Portland State University, University of Oregon and Lawrence University.
After serving 3 years in the U.S. Army, he taught at Janesville H.S., Shullsburg H.S., and Wayland Academy where he started the Computer Science Department, taught Math and Physics, coached football, served as Director of Studies, and was a member of the board of trustees.
Fritz loved the outdoors and traveled extensively in the U.S. and abroad. In 1973 he bought 80 acres of hardwood trees north of Iola where he settled in retirement. While retired he served as president of Lions Club, president of Hitterdahl Lutheran church council, zoning deputy of Town of Iola, and a lifelong member of the Wisconsin Woodland Owners Association.
The Funeral Service for Fritz will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2025, 1:00 PM at the Hitterdahl Lutheran Church, 540 Water Street, Iola with Rev. Dale Wilson officiating. A visitation will be held on Saturday at the church from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM. Interment will be at Hitterdahl Lutheran Cemetery. Following the service friends and family will continue to celebrate Fritz’s life with light refreshments at the church.
The family would like to thank the staff at Theda Care-Appleton for the excellent care provided to Fritz. We ask that you celebrate Fritz by feeding the birds, talking a walk in the woods, or toasting with a glass of brandy.
In lieu of flowers, donations will be used for scholarships Fritz established at Wayland Academy, UW-Whitewater, or UW-Stevens Point.