Elfriede “Fritzie” Galuschak, age 88, of Shohola, PA, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024 at Wayne Memorial Hospital. She is survived by her son, George.

Fritzie was born in New York city, and moved to Shohola, PA as a young girl. After marrying George Galuschak, she settled in New Jersey where she earned her teaching certificate from William Patterson University.

Fritzie had a passion for cooking, reading, quilting, and traveling. She was a member of St. Jacobi Lutheran Church in Shohola, PA, and cared deeply about environmental issues.

Fritzie will be remembered for her warm heart, her dedication to her family and community, and her commitment to the environment. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Fritzie’s husband George passed away on July 9, 2017.

A memorial visitation was held at the Harrison Rasmussen Funeral Home in Barryville, NY on June 29, 2024 from 1-3 p.m. A memorial service was held at 3 p.m. Interment followed the service in German Hill Cemetery.

Flowers are welcome, and donations can also be made to SEEDS, www.seedgroup.net, 570-245-1256, an organization dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability.