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James Fitzpatrick Obituary

After a courageous battle with cancer, James passed away on November 13, 2010, with his wife Diane by his side, at their home in Glen Ellen. Born May 26, 1957, James lived in the Kenwood -Sonoma Valley area for 46 years, and will be missed by many. A high school landscaping job sparked a life-long passion in James that led to him starting Fitzpatrick & Sons Landscaping in 1979, which he ran for 31 years. He also proudly served as a volunteer firefighter with the Glen Ellen Fire District for over 10 years. James loved golf, music, animals, cooking, roses, orchids, starting traditions, and was a Raider's fan to the end. He especially loved his grandchildren. James' wisdom, humor, patience and kindness will be greatly missed. He was a good man. In addition to Diane, his devoted wife of 31 years, he is survived by his son Israel Bennett and wife Sheila, his son Tucker Bennett, his daughter Ashley Fitzpatrick; grandchildren Emily and Dylan; his father James Fitzpatrick Sr.; sister Jo Timmsen and husband Tom, brother Martin and wife Melissa; along with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his mother Winnie and brother Johnny. A Celebration of James' Life will be held on Sunday, December 5th at 3:00 p.m. at the Kenwood Depot, 314 Warm Springs Rd., Kenwood.

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Published by Press Democrat from Dec. 1 to Dec. 5, 2010.

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Denise Witthaus(VandenBos)

December 4, 2010

I remember James as a very kind, real person. No judgements, no conflict. He was one of God's angels on earth and now in heaven. I'm sorry for your loss.

December 3, 2010

James, to one of the original Kenwood elementary boys... Our deepest sympathies and prayers to all of you.

John and Martha (Bigelow) Cole

Mary Massingill

December 2, 2010

James Fitzpatrick, Jr. 35 years ago he saved my life by lifting a car off of me with his shoulder after a wreck; for which I am eternally grateful. This was a heroic and selfless act of bravery and courage and I wanted to share this with your family and pray this brings you some comfort in this time of need. He has always been thought of by me and my family as an angel and a hero. May God bless you and keep your family in His care. You have our deepest sympathy for your loss.

In Christ Jesus Love,
Mary Massingill (Goodrich)

December 2, 2010

Love and blessings to all of you at this difficult time. I am praying for your family...Nanine "Maga" and Mike Raudenbush

Jeff Montague

December 1, 2010

I will never forget how highly my mother spoke of James and how she valued their friendship. James looked after her interests for many years, and he helped us lay her to rest just a year ago. I'm glad I had the opportunity to get to know James. My sympathy to Diane and the family. You remain in my prayers.

Barney & Gail Rinaldi

December 1, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of James. We will always remember his friendly and easygoing nature. Our deepest sympathy to Diane and his family.

December 1, 2010

To the family of James:
A loss is always hard to take, but James will see us again. Kenwood losses another of it's natives, but someone has bigger plans for him.

God Bless:

Eric Eyrikson
Stockton, California

pam Landry

December 1, 2010

James was agreat neighbor on Marty Dr in.
Glen Ellen Our sympathy to Diane,Israel,
Tucker and Ashley and his wonderful
grandchildren.
With Great Sympathy
The Landry's

Ed Coffey

December 1, 2010

Psalms 18-6
In my distress I called upon the Lord, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, even into his ears.

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