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Christine Fitzgerald Obituary

Fitzgerald, Christine HALFMOON Christine Peek Fitzgerald, 47, of Halfmoon, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 19, 2008 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born in Albany and is the cherished daughter of Raymond and Ann Peek of Clifton Park. Chris was a graduate of SUNY at Brockport. Chris and her husband Mike began the Saratoga Sweets Candy Company (home of the Peppermint Pig) in 1986 and have grown to its current location in Halfmoon for the past ten years. Chrissy enjoyed spending time with her loyal family and friends, traveling, vacationing, shopping and participating in her children's activities. She is the beloved wife of 19 years to Michael J. Fitzgerald. She is the devoted mother of Michael M. Fitzgerald and Kayley M. Fitzgerald. Chrissy is the loving sister of Leslie A. (Richard) Geisel, Bret (Andrea) Peek, Rick (Allyson) Peek, Brian (Sue) Peek and Ward (Laurie) Peek. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Calling hours will be Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Newcomer-Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday morning at 10:00 at St. Edward the Confessor Church, Clifton Park. Interment will follow in Memory's Garden. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 in memory of Christine Fitzgerald. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jun. 22 to Jun. 23, 2008.

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July 29, 2008

To the Peek and Fitzgerald families,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Ray spoke of his daughter and the "Pepppermint Pig" store often. My condolences to all of you.
Fran Csontos
Albany DMV

Marge and Shawn Murphy

July 3, 2008

Fitz and family,
Shawn and I just heard about your devastating loss. We cannot ever express our sympathy to you and your children. Someday we may all meet again. With fondness and sympathy.
Marge and Shawn Murphy (North Chili NY)

Mimi (Pendas) Reyngoudt

June 27, 2008

Big Mike, Little Mike, and Kay,
(Am I the last cupcake to sign the book?) I am missing Chrissy so much, already. It just doesn't make sense. I have been looking at old photos from High School and just cannot believe she is gone. Even when she was sick on Kueka Lake last October and in York, Maine this April, she gave us smiles. I will treasure each and every moment I had on earth with her and know we will all meet again. I am so sorry for all that has been taken away from you. You are in my thoughts every day. I pray that in time your pain will lessen. Love, Mimi

jim miller

June 27, 2008

Very sorry for your loss. Went to school with chris and she was a great person, she will be missed but never forgotten.

Sue Devine Donohue

June 26, 2008

Dear Fitz, I was just looking up another obituary, when I came accross your wife's. Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. We can only imagine the depth of your grief as we know firsthand what it is like to be both loving mates as well as business partners. Please know that you and your children will be in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Sue Donohue

Kara Spellman

June 25, 2008

Dear Mike & Family:
I'm so sorry to hear about Chris. I worked for you both at Saratoga Sweets many years ago, but have always remembered how kind and funny both of you were. I had a lot of laughs with you both. My thoughts are with you all.

Thomas and Joan (St. Leger) Speziale

June 24, 2008

We will always remember Chris and her great smile and excitement for life. Chris worked with Joan many years ago at Almart while in High School at Colonie Central. She was in the same graduating class as Tom in 1978. We also have great memories of her as a cheerleader. We will miss seeing her from time to time at her store in Halfmoon. We extend our deepest sympathies to her husband , children and the rest of her family.

Kailyn Sisco

June 23, 2008

I new kayley from the summer camp pals and i no her from Koda middle school which i currently attend,I love your store and i am really sorry for the loss of Christine i will miss her smiling face<3

Louis Leatso Jr

June 23, 2008

Fitzgerald family, I had the pleasure of getting to know Chris as her boss at Friendly's on Wolf Road in the early 1980s and she was always a pleasure to work with. We formed a wonderful friendship so much so that my future wife Eileen asked her to be a part of our wedding party. There are many happy memories there and she will remain in my heart. My deepest sympathies to the family.

Leslie and Rick terry

June 23, 2008

Ray and Annie and family.We are very sorry for your loss.god will watch over her now,God bless all of your family.

Deb and Joe Conroy

June 23, 2008

We are sorry for your loss and know that you have wonderful memories to keep Christine in your heart and soul forever. Our thoughts are with you.

June 23, 2008

Dear Mike, Mike and Kay,

We are so sorry for your loss. We have many fond memories of the years at Arongen Elementary together and cub scouts. Chris was a wonderful person. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

With sympathy,

Paul, Mary Beth, Ryan and Connor Finnerty

brenda former ups driver

June 23, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bonnie (Simons) Morrell

June 23, 2008

There are no words to express how I feel. She was my best friend as we grew up and a part of my family. She saw me through alot in those years. I wish we had stayed in touch. But life just always got in the way.I will never forget her smile or laugh. What times we had in the neighborhood and up at camp and Triangle. She will always be in my thoughts. I am sure she and Kathy are having a long talk to catch up.
My love to the family. Bonnie

Daphne Playotes

June 23, 2008

I would like to express my deepest sympathy. Chris was always a pleasure to work with. I will miss her.
My thoughts and prayers are with Chris and her family.
Sincerely, Daphne Playotes-Specialty Box & Packaging

Mike Slocum

June 23, 2008

Fitzgeralds&Family,
I had the great oppurtunity to work with both Chris and you Mike for a couple of years at coco,s,and Chrissy was a wonderful person,always had that big smile,and a pleasure to be around!!My prayers are with you and your family-God Bless

Lisa Orsini

June 23, 2008

Dear Peek Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Chrissy was one of my best friends while living on Hunting Road in Colonie. We started school together at Saddlewood Elementary.
I know it's been along time, but, I have never forgotten "Chrissy".
I know this time is very difficult, but, know she's in a better place.
Sincerely:
Lisa Corey-Orsini

Ira Family

June 23, 2008

Brian, Sue, Joey , Brianna, and entire Peek Family~
Our family has always enjoyed your sister's Peppermint Pigs. May your memories see you through this difficult time. Our deepest sympathies.
Greg, Lori, Katlyn and Aly

Len Tollerton

June 23, 2008

Hello Peek/Fitzgerald family:
As a high school senior, I worked with Chris at Friendly's on Wolf Rd. in 1980-81. I'll always remember her smile and personality.

Please accept my condolences.

Don Wemple

June 23, 2008

Michael,
What to say. except that her beautiful smile will be so deeply missed.
Quite the lass indeed.
God bless you and the whole gang.

A X Driver

June 23, 2008

Rick

Don’t think of her as gone away,
Her journey’s just begun.
Her Life holds so many facets,
This Earth is only one.
Just think of her as resting,
From the sorrows and the tears,
In a place of warmth and comfort
Where there are no days or years.
Think how she must be wishing
That we could know today,
How nothing but our sadness,
Can really pass away.
And think of her as living
In the hearts of those she touched…
For nothing loved is ever lost,
And she was loved so very much!

Dave Gervais

June 22, 2008

Ray, Ann and the entire Peek Family.
We are so saddened by your loss. We are sure words can not help you right now. As songs go, only the good die young. It does not make any sense but the one thing we know is that Chrissy is no longer suffering. We are thinking of all of you and sending our love.
Dave Gervais and Jill Fisher

Ruska Bebic

June 22, 2008

To our dear neighbor Christine,
you will be missed. The evening walks will never be the same without you.
Bebic Family

Kelly & Mike at Duffy's Taxi

June 22, 2008

Bret and family,
My condolences go out to you and your family.
God bless!

Terry Drone

June 22, 2008

Words certainly cannot express the loss felt by everyone who knew Chrissy. Thank you dear family for sharing her with us in October and again in April. Those times together with the "cupcakes" will be treasured forever. High school friends share a deep bond and I will feel one with Chris forever. My prayers are with you all to heal now...she can never be replaced or forgotten, but her legacy as a spectacular woman, friend, daughter, sister and most of all mother, will be with us always. Much love from TERRY

Janice DeVito (Walsh)

June 22, 2008

Mike, Kay, Mike Jr. and the Peek Family,
I would like to express to all of you my deepest sympathy.
Chrissy was such a great friend who was loved dearly by all that knew her. Chrissy was a giving, loving and fun person to be around. She fought so hard to win the battle and as you all know never gave up.
She was so proud of her family and loved them deeply.
I will miss her.

Tom Clark

June 22, 2008

Chris, you will be deeply missed. It was an honor to be a friend.

Sue

June 22, 2008

Dear Mike and Family...I'm so sorry for your loss....
I worked for you and Chris years ago and it was great ,Chris was a lot of fun,,,,very devoted to you and Michael and at the time couldn't wait for Kayley...
It's so unfortunate this has happened to you and the kids......may the love and strength that I have seen in Chris endure....and keep those memories close to your hearts...

Peggy Bonneau (Smyth)

June 22, 2008

Mike, Kay, Mike Jr, Mr. and Mrs Peek, and the entire Peek family: I am so sorry for your loss.

Chrissy was a great person and a wonderful friend. We enjoyed many good times, but not nearly enough. She loved her family and talked about all of you with love and respect. Mike, Kay and Mike Jr. she beemed when she spoke about you, loved your passions and dreams and wanted the world for you.

Chrissy will be missed but never forgotten.

You are all in my prayers.

MARYANN SMITH

June 22, 2008

Very sorry to hear of your loss,may Chris rest in pease

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