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Judith Anne (Madden) Fitzsimmons, 81, formerly of Lexington, died peacefully on March 18, 2018 at St Annes Convent in Marlborough. She was the loving mother of Nancy Maddox, Karen Fitzsimmons (Jon Willander) and John Fitzsimmons. Beloved grandmother of Kerri Maddox, Elle Fitzsimmons and Cade Fitzsimmons. Judy is preceded in death by her parents Ezra and Dorothy (Nellis) Madden, and her brother Rod Madden. Judy is also preceded in death, by her significant other, of over twenty years, Sonny Harvey; whom she loved very much and who gave her a wonderful extended family, with his four children, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Judy leaves behind Phil LeClare, her current companion, who took such good care of her and was in Judys words The love of my life. Thank you Phil, we are so grateful for your love and support of our mother. Judy grew up in Woburn and was a graduate of Woburn High School. She then pursued nursing and graduated from the School of Nursing at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. As a registered nurse, Judy initially worked for many years in the pediatric unit of MGH, and later in her career, after raising her family, she became a director of nursing for nursing homes. Judy was a caring and dedicated nurse. Judy was always so happy to be around people and do things with her many friends. She enjoyed travelling around Europe with her girlfriends, bowling leagues, reading, play cards and cribbage, and hosting family gatherings at her house. Her favorite place, where she found so much beauty and peace, was at the ocean and walking along the beach; especially in Ogunquit, Maine and walking the Marginal Way. Judy was adored and respected by so many people and will be loved and missed, but always remembered. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 8 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm to celebrate Judys long and happy life filled with so many friends and family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Judys memory may be made to: Marie Esther Health Center (https://www.sistersofsain tanne.org/ministerial-involve ment/healthcare/).
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Sincere condolence for the friends and family of your dear loved one.God feels for us when we suffer. Zechariah 2:8
Joe
May 25, 2018
Mom, I can't believe the day has come that I am actually writing this. Ilove you more than you'll ever know.. I miss you so much, I was the lucky one that got to live next door to you for so many years and to have the best mother anyone could ever want. You were so good to us as kids and our friends. Mom im not quite sure how im going to move forward I want to thank you for loving me and always there for me always even at 53 I would always turn to you for help advice anything and everything.. Ive cried so many tears I thought they would be gone my heart and soul are so empty without you but I strongly believe they went to you... I hope you are at peace and with your friends whom left before you. I love you so much and I will never be the same without you... rest and breathe freely and wing your new wings fly fly with the angels your loving daughter Karen
Karen Fitzsimmons
March 31, 2018
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