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John Fitzpatrick

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Fitzpatrick, John 12/16/1963 - 10/10/2014 Grand Rapids John Kennedy Fitzpatrick ("GJ") passed away peacefully on Friday, October 10th, at home, with his wife Kathy by his side. John lived a quietly amazing life; he was a gifted, passionate, and extraordinarily talented man. He will be remembered...

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Still thinking about John. It's been nearly three years since his passing. What an amazing personality. Love to Kathy and his wonderful family.

'GJ' with ZJ and Peter.

Summer 1983

In the Game Room

John was a great friend. I'm very sad at his passing. The world is much diminished without him.

Some of the words that come to mind when I think of John's character.

Complicated
Introspective
Mirthful
Visionary
Aesthetic
Engaged
Strident
Loving
Brilliant
Musical
Sensitive
Intellectual
Searching
Compassionate

I'm sad that I didn't know him as well in his "Grandpa John" days. I would have loved to see him with the kids. He had a very...

To the Fitzpatrick Family,

My prayers are with you! As a long ago neighbor on Auburn Street, I remember John as a very active little redheaded boy. Although we are saddened, the Heavens are rejoicing! May he rest in peace.

John was a childhood friend to me we lost touch over the years, rest in peace John.

We're glad to have known John and enjoyed his company. He will be missed. We appreciated laughing, sharing, and game playing with him. At the end of his time on earth, when we were playing board games with him, his playful and gregarious side was evident. His individuality was a gift to us.

Farewell Squirm Brother, friend & fellow seeker of truths. John and I go back to the early 80's. We had many, many good times and enlightened conversations (Too many to recount here). We also made some singular music & art. One of the very few people I will deeply miss. I'm very sad.