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Robert Frias Obituary
Robert "Bob" Frias, 80, of Fostoria, passed away Friday, October 31, 2025, at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Findlay. He was born August 15, 1945, in Tiffin, to Eulogio "Logi" Frias and Betty Parkins. He married Jane Faeth, October 24, 1969, at St. Wendelin Catholic Church.
Bob is survived by his wife, Jane Frias of Fostoria; son, Chad (Stacey) Frias of Hilliard; daughter, Jodi (Mark) Rutherford of Bellevue; grandchildren, Brandon Saldusky, Brady Rutherford, Gabriella and Roman Frias; great-grandchildren, Ryleigh May and Avery Ellen Saldusky; siblings, Joya (Doug) Turpin, Jani Parkins, Marta (Donovan) Lonsway, and Chris Frias; and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents and stepparents, James Parkins and Bea Frias.
He was a 1963 graduate of Fostoria High School and was a U.S. Army veteran serving from 1965-1967, and was a medic during his tour in Vietnam. Bob retired from General Dynamics (Lima Tank Plant) and Chrysler in Perrysburg. He also worked as a sales rep. for WFOB after his retirement. He was a member of Fostoria Athletic Boosters, where he was a 50-plus-year member and three-time past president. He was also a member of VFW, American Legion, AMVETS, Moose and Fostoria Browns Backers. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing softball and made many life-long friends doing so. Bob enjoyed hunting with his longtime friends, and they shared many stories about those trips repeatedly. He also enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren in their sporting activities and coached American Legion Baseball. He was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes, Cleveland Indians (Guardians) and Cleveland Browns fan and loved collecting their memorabilia. He also loved to travel with his friends and family and enjoyed his many trips to Dominican Republic, Mexico, Florida, and Buckeye Cruise.
Memorial services will begin at 10 a.m. Friday, November 7, 202, at Harrold-Floriana Funeral Home, Fostoria, with Deacon Paul Feasel officiating. Burial will be at St. Wendelin Cemetery, Fostoria, where military honors will be performed by United Veterans of Fostoria. Visitation will be from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the funeral home.
Memorials can be made to Fostoria Athletic Boosters c/o Brian Newcome, 504 Short Elm St., Fostoria, OH 44830; Tunnel to Towers Foundation at t2t.org or 2361 Hylan Rd. Staten Island, NY 10306; or Seneca County Honor Bus, P.O. Box 424, Fostoria, OH 44830.
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Dana Stumpp
November 10, 2025
My condolences on the loss of Bob. He was appreciated as a kind neighbor of my mother, Kathleen Stumpp (now in Cleveland, OH).
Jeanne Schalk
November 7, 2025
Jane you and your family have my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Pat Sterling
November 6, 2025
Bob was a special guy in this complicated world we live in today. He was one of the best baseball players Fostoria ever produced. Bob loved Fostoria athletics, his Family and his friends. Bob never engaged in a controversial discussion. He was a mediator rather than antagonist. Bobby was colorblind and impartial when people around him were taking sides. He was nonjudgmental, respectful and patient with others. Lastly his dedication and service to student athletes in both our high schools remains unmatched through his fifty year association with the Athletic Boosters! Our condolences to Jane, Jodi and Chad. Bob will be missed but we will always remember him.
Respectfully,
Pat, Sean and Mike Sterling
Steve Budzina
November 4, 2025
I graduated with Bob in 1963 from Fostoria High School. Bob always had a friendly smile.
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Jerry Ammons
November 4, 2025
Will always remember our double plays with American Loan softball team ,rest in peace. Jerry
WIGGY
November 4, 2025
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BOBBY'S PASSING TO JANE AND FAMILY U HAVE MY PRAYERS AND SYMPATHY WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND SOFTBALL PLAYER WIGGY
Donna and Roger Good
November 4, 2025
Jane and the entire family of Bobby. Rog and I are sad to learn the news of Bobby 's passing. What a wonderful guy and great family. We have fond memories of times spent together usually at a ball game. Thinking of you and sending hugs and prayers.
Roger and Donna Good
Roger Holman
November 3, 2025
Prayers for Jane and family. Bobby was a good man who worked hard for the youth of Fostoria. Great family man!
Sue VanSant
November 3, 2025
Bobby generously gave of himself to the youth of Fostoria through sports His intelligence , talents, and wit will be greatly missed!
Jerry Woessner
November 3, 2025
Jane and Family,
Please accept my condolences on Bobby´s passing. I hope your happy memories will help carry you through this difficult family transition.
Jerry Woessner
Diane & Ronnie Lind
November 3, 2025
So very sorry for your loss Jane and family. Bob was a Classmate &
Friend. He was a very dedicated Husband, Father, Grandfather &
Fostoria Redmen Booster. He will be truly missed.
Phi, Judy & JACKIE
November 3, 2025
Jane, Chad and Jodi, and grandchildren
Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayer! May you find Peace in good loving memories and know that Bobby now has peace.
Jeff Ducey
November 3, 2025
Jane & the entire Frias family,
Sad to hear this news and prayers are with everyone during this time. Remember meeting Bobby and Jane many years ago at the state basketball tournament and the great times we enjoyed. RIP my friend
Denny Rose
November 3, 2025
I remember Jane you and Bobby were always together . He was a good man who loved his family first then softball. The times we shared still make me laugh. Denny Rose
Jim and Lee Anne Faber
November 2, 2025
Jane you have our deepest sympathies...Bobby was a great guy and will be missed...may he rest in peace...Jim and Lee Anne Faber
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