Photo courtesy of Lewis E. Wint and Son Funeral Home - Clarkston
Clarkston, Michigan
Jun 28, 1993 – Sep 23, 2020 (Age 27)
FITZGERALD, Alexander James “Alex” of Seattle, Washington; formerly of Clarkston; passed away September 23, 2020 while descending Mount Rainier through unexpected white-out conditions; age 27. Beloved son of Teresa Fitzgerald and Sean Fitzgerald. Dearest brother of Andrew (Phoebe) Fitzgerald. Uncle of Charles. Nephew of Tim (Becca) Fitzgerald, Lori (Tim) Ruggles, Katy (late Kevin) Sherwood, Maureen (Gerard) Fitzgerald, Christopher (Elena) Osborne and Cindy Scheuer. Preceded in death by his grandparents Arthur and Maryann Fitzgerald, Paul and Nancy Osborne and his uncle Mark Osborne. Also survived by many cousins, friends, extended family and friends.
Alex graduated from Clarkston High School in 2011. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences from University of Michigan Dearborn. Alex was an avid Lacrosse player starting in middle school playing through college. Alex was employed by Hydromax USA. He was passionate about mountaineering, his friendships and gaming. Alex was truth seeking, honest, loyal, and joyful.
Friends may visit Sunday 3-8 pm at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston with a time of sharing Sunday at 5 pm. Funeral Service Monday, October 5, 2020 at 10:30 am at St. Benedict Catholic Church, Waterford.
The link to funeral recording can be found here:https://youtu.be/tYW1nl-1ztI
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Alpine Club. Please leave a memory or condolence on the online guestbook below.
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Alex and Andy at Big Lake
Austin Yarger
February 27, 2025 | Ann Arbor, MI | Friend
Alex and Andy at Big Lake
Austin Yarger
February 27, 2025 | Ann Arbor, MI | Friend
I've posted once before down below, but recently came across some old photos of Andy and Alex hanging out with me at Big Lake. Wishing all the best to this wonderful family.
Austin Yarger
February 27, 2025 | Ann Arbor, MI | Friend
Alex was a talented, spirited, and kind friend. Beyond our highschool interactions, I have fond memories of exploring Ann Arbor together in early college, getting lost and wide-eyed in the search for parking in what was, at the time, a big city for both of us. May you rest in peace.
Austin Yarger
July 21, 2023 | School
I do not know this family, but my son lived out west he climbed MT Hood alot it was his passion, I am so sorry for your loss of your son, I to lossed my son as well may God help you through this loss and give you the strength you will need everyday~ God Bless all of you
Rita Wiseheart
October 27, 2020 | LINDEN, MI | Acquaintance
My deepest condolences to family and friends.
May Alex rest in peace.
My heart goes out to Sean and Teresa.
Karen Kenyon
October 08, 2020 | Mccalla, AL | Family
Chris and Jackie Mourgelas
October 07, 2020 | Ferndale, MI | Friend
Chris and Jackie Mourgelas
October 07, 2020 | Ferndale, MI | Friend
Very sorry to hear about Alex. So tragic. We will remember him the way we've always thought of him, Jordan's smiling friend.
Chris and Jackie Mourgelas
October 07, 2020 | Ferndale, MI | Friend
