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Lawrence Fritts
Lawrence Fritts
Iowa City
UI Professor Emeritus of Music, Lawrence Fritts, brilliant composer, teacher, and musician, passed away on the evening of January 17, 2025, at the age of 73, in Iowa City, with his loving wife, artist Sue Hettmansperger, by his side. Larry’s remarkable life was shaped by a passion for music, an empathic dedication to teaching, and an enduring spirit that never wavered despite a long battle with an autoimmune disorder.
Honoring his wishes, no public services will be held. The full obituary may be read at www.lensingfuneral.com.
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