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November 6, 2008

Marshall Fritz - RIP
1943 - 2008

Marshall Fritz passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2008, after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Marshall was a true friend and mentor. That's what he's been to me. Even during the last days of his life, when I was privileged to spend some time with him, he set an example of a life well-lived and considered.

Like a good teacher, he always showed his love for people by not letting us get away with fuzzy thinking. At the same time, like a good friend, he would try to give anyone a chance.

More than anything else, Marshall was a man devoted to truth and goodness. He stood fast on principle, solid as the rock he often seemed when those around him wavered or doubted.

As a friend, Marshall's hope for all of us is that we will also stand firm in uncertain times, boldly living out and defending the principles that we know are good and true and beautiful.

And now, I say to Marshall, as he would often say to those he cared about:

"Goodbye, my friend."

Alan Schaeffer
President
Alliance for the Separation of School and State

Obituary to be published in The Fresno Bee

Marshall William Fritz died peacefully Tuesday, November 4, 2008 of pancreatic cancer. He was born in Inglewood, CA on March 10, 1943. He is survived by his wife of forty-four years, Joan; his son, Eugene Fritz of Calwa; his three daughters and their husbands: Susan and Christopher Bethea of Clovis, Lucie and Tony Ruiz of Fresno, Ann and Kyle McKenna of Pittsburgh, PA; twelve grandchildren and his brother, Russell Fritz of Baja, Mexico.

Marshall was an intelligent, witty man who founded three non-profit organizations, the most recent being the Alliance for the Separation of School and State.

A Catholic mass will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help [929 Harvard Avenue] in Clovis, CA on Friday, Nov. 7th at 5:15pm and a graveside service will be held on Sat. Nov. 8th at the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery [7845 Santiago Canyon Road] in Orange, CA at 12pm.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Alliance for the Separation of School and State, Marshall Fritz Lectureship Fund at 1071 N. Fulton Street, Fresno, CA 93728.

About Marshall

In 1994 Marshall founded the Alliance for the Separation of School & State and was Chairman of the Board until his death. He was a leading spokesman in how ending state, federal, and local government involvement in schooling can improve education for all children, strengthen the family, and even lead to a turnaround of our collapsing society.

Prior to founding the Alliance in 1994, Marshall was president of the unaccredited Pioneer Christian Academy. His ideas for high quality education were so advanced that his school received endorsements of educators from William Glasser to Nobel Laureate Milton Friedman to New York State Teacher of the Year John Taylor Gatto.

Prior to his work in K-12 education, Marshall was the founder of the Advocates for Self-Government, an educational organization that teaches Americans who ardently love liberty how to express their views positively. Marshall began his career with IBM in computer sales, education, and design. He was active in Christian Businessmen's Committee, Serra Club (not Sierra), Toastmasters, and Overeaters Anonymous. He also coached and refereed youth soccer and worked as a volunteer in a homeless shelter.

Marshall has been published in the Wall Street Journal, Educational Leadership, Current Thoughts and Trends, and Family Voice. He is the publisher of The Education Liberator, The School Liberator, and the lead author of the "Proclamation for the Separation of School and State," which states simply "I proclaim publicly that I favor ending government involvement in education."

Worldwide, more than 30,000 individuals have endorsed the Proclamation. Prominent signatories include educators ranging from John Taylor Gatto to Mary Pride and Thomas Szasz; business people such as Tom Monaghan, founder of Domino's Pizza; religious leaders from D. James Kennedy and Tim LaHaye, to Rabbi Daniel Lapin and the late Fr. John A. Hardon, S.J.; and from Congressman Ron Paul to former U.S. Secretary of Interior and Energy Don Hodel.

The idea to liberate schools from government involvement is a new idea that is moving into the mainstream, specialty, and electronic press, including the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Boston Globe, Los Angeles Daily News, Detroit News, Dallas Morning News, Financial Times of London, Human Events, Conservative Chronicles, Practical Homeschooling, Christianity Today, WorldNetDaily.com, FoxNews.com, and has received editorial endorsement from the Orange County Register and World magazine.

If you would like to read some of Marshall's articles, we compiled a list for our website.

Memories of Marshall

In June 2008 the Alliance sponsored special tributes in Fresno and Hollywood to honor Marshall while he was still in good health and could enjoy the day. We hope our pictures help you get a feel of the love and camaraderie of the events.

In May 2008 the Advocates for Self-Government also had a special tribute for Marshall in Atlanta, Georgia.

If you would like to see tributes to Marshall and post your own, please go to Marshall's "Bucket List" website.

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Home News & Events Is There a Problem? The Case for Separation Our Proclamation Is There a Solution? True Life Stories Education Resources How Can You Help? Stats & Facts Quotations Knowledge Base Glossary Privacy Policy Site Map	November 6, 2008 Marshall Fritz - RIP 1943 - 2008 Marshall Fritz passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2008, after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Marshall was a true friend and mentor. That's what he's been to me. Even during the last days of his life, when I was privileged to spend some time with him, he set an example of a life well-lived and considered. Like a good teacher, he always showed his love for people by not letting us get away with fuzzy thinking. At the same time, like a good friend, he would try to give anyone a chance. More than anything else, Marshall was a man devoted to truth and goodness. He stood fast on principle, solid as the rock he often seemed when those around him wavered or doubted. As a friend, Marshall's hope for all of us is that we will also stand firm in uncertain times, boldly living out and defending the principles that we know are good and true and beautiful. And now, I say to Marshall, as he would often say to those he cared about: "Goodbye, my friend." Alan Schaeffer President Alliance for the Separation of School and State Obituary to be published in The Fresno Bee Marshall William Fritz died peacefully Tuesday, November 4, 2008 of pancreatic cancer. He was born in Inglewood, CA on March 10, 1943. He is survived by his wife of forty-four years, Joan; his son, Eugene Fritz of Calwa; his three daughters and their husbands: Susan and Christopher Bethea of Clovis, Lucie and Tony Ruiz of Fresno, Ann and Kyle McKenna of Pittsburgh, PA; twelve grandchildren and his brother, Russell Fritz of Baja, Mexico. Marshall was an intelligent, witty man who founded three non-profit organizations, the most recent being the Alliance for the Separation of School and State. A Catholic mass will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help [929 Harvard Avenue] in Clovis, CA on Friday, Nov. 7th at 5:15pm and a graveside service will be held on Sat. Nov. 8th at the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery [7845 Santiago Canyon Road] in Orange, CA at 12pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Alliance for the Separation of School and State, Marshall Fritz Lectureship Fund at 1071 N. Fulton Street, Fresno, CA 93728. About Marshall In 1994 Marshall founded the Alliance for the Separation of School & State and was Chairman of the Board until his death. He was a leading spokesman in how ending state, federal, and local government involvement in schooling can improve education for all children, strengthen the family, and even lead to a turnaround of our collapsing society. Prior to founding the Alliance in 1994, Marshall was president of the unaccredited Pioneer Christian Academy. His ideas for high quality education were so advanced that his school received endorsements of educators from William Glasser to Nobel Laureate Milton Friedman to New York State Teacher of the Year John Taylor Gatto. Prior to his work in K-12 education, Marshall was the founder of the Advocates for Self-Government, an educational organization that teaches Americans who ardently love liberty how to express their views positively. Marshall began his career with IBM in computer sales, education, and design. He was active in Christian Businessmen's Committee, Serra Club (not Sierra), Toastmasters, and Overeaters Anonymous. He also coached and refereed youth soccer and worked as a volunteer in a homeless shelter. Marshall has been published in the Wall Street Journal, Educational Leadership, Current Thoughts and Trends, and Family Voice. He is the publisher of The Education Liberator, The School Liberator, and the lead author of the "Proclamation for the Separation of School and State," which states simply "I proclaim publicly that I favor ending government involvement in education." Worldwide, more than 30,000 individuals have endorsed the Proclamation. Prominent signatories include educators ranging from John Taylor Gatto to Mary Pride and Thomas Szasz; business people such as Tom Monaghan, founder of Domino's Pizza; religious leaders from D. James Kennedy and Tim LaHaye, to Rabbi Daniel Lapin and the late Fr. John A. Hardon, S.J.; and from Congressman Ron Paul to former U.S. Secretary of Interior and Energy Don Hodel. The idea to liberate schools from government involvement is a new idea that is moving into the mainstream, specialty, and electronic press, including the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Boston Globe, Los Angeles Daily News, Detroit News, Dallas Morning News, Financial Times of London, Human Events, Conservative Chronicles, Practical Homeschooling, Christianity Today, WorldNetDaily.com, FoxNews.com, and has received editorial endorsement from the Orange County Register and World magazine. If you would like to read some of Marshall's articles, we compiled a list for our website. Memories of Marshall In June 2008 the Alliance sponsored special tributes in Fresno and Hollywood to honor Marshall while he was still in good health and could enjoy the day. We hope our pictures help you get a feel of the love and camaraderie of the events. In May 2008 the Advocates for Self-Government also had a special tribute for Marshall in Atlanta, Georgia. If you would like to see tributes to Marshall and post your own, please go to Marshall's "Bucket List" website. Return to Archived Alliance e-Notes Return to Home Return to Top	Make the Leap - Get your children out NOW! Here's how Resources Education Resources: Not sure where to start? Our Education Resources page is Your Gateway to Independent Education! Road to Freedom e-Series: We invite you to join us in learning about new empowering ideas and resources that will help you fully embrace your role in directing your children's education. The Case for Separation: Take a deeper look at the arguments typically leveled against the concept of Separation of School and State. Easy Q & A format. Find the articles in this newsletter and much more at our website. Help Our Cause! Donate: Your contributions help others achieve their educational independence. Can't afford a donation at this time? 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