One more said, “Dang!” This was a program I used to watch all the time! They recorded a segment in my hometown. RIP.”
Fritz spoke candidly about his stay in rehab, where he received treatment for alcoholism, in an interview with The Sun in 2021. Regarding his 77 days at the Abbey Center in Bettendorf, Iowa,
Fritz said, “I had a great experience there and also assisted others who were experiencing difficulties.” It’s among the greatest ideas that have ever occurred to me.”
He then turned into a sponsor for those struggling with addiction. Unfortunately, Fritz’s health deteriorated so dramatically after.
His stroke in 2022 that MidWestOne Bank was formally designated as his conservator, with longtime friend Chris Davis acting as his guardian.
