Kalamazoo, Michigan
Mar 20, 1937 – Apr 21, 2020 (Age 83)
Fitzpatrick, John S., Sr, PhD Kalamazoo, MI John Shields Fitzpatrick Sr. PhD, 83, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2020. He was born March 20, 1937 in Kalamazoo, MI the son of Michael and Rosemary (Shields) Fitzpatrick. John graduated from Saint Augustine High School. He completed his undergraduate...
Read MoreMy Deepest Sympathy to all of the Fitzpatrick Family. I have many fond memories of Parties, Card games, family outings with the Fitzpatrick family! I always thought John & Sue were my Aunt & Uncle.. I know there is a card party going on in Heaven with John & Sue, Jack & Pat, Don & Fran.. Rest in Peace Fitz, you will be missed.!
From the Lennon Family to the Fitzpatrick Family
Patti Lennon Peck
April 30, 2020 | Kentwood, MI
John was Principal my senior at Forest Hills Central HS. For some reason we struck up a relationship that I still remember to this day. I don't remember the details - I just remember he was someone I admired and looked up to...and think about once in a while still today. May he Rest In Peace.
Brian Pangle
April 29, 2020 | Grand Rapids, MI
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Fitzpatrick family. Maryjane and I bought their house on Tecumseh S.E. GR. In 1977. John hired me to be his Assistant Principal in Forest Hills Public Schools. Wonderful memories of the man, the legend, great family man, and a man for all seasons. John will be deeply missed.
In Loving memory,
The Marty Keller and Family
Martin Keller
April 29, 2020 | Grand Rapids, MI
So sorry to hear of John's passing. May he Rest In Peace and the love of his family and friends.
Marie Janssen
April 29, 2020 | Kalamazoo, MI
owe my interest in history to Coach Fitzpatrick - he was my history teacher at GRCC in 1964 or 1965. Not only was he a great teacher as he was an approachable and kind person. Also one heck of a basketball coach - led GRCC to the state quarterfinals in 1966. May he rest in peace.
Fred MD
April 29, 2020 | Student
Deepest sympathy.
Kathleen Swiat Howard
April 28, 2020 | Fife Lake, MI
Coach Fitz, thank you for being the role model that inspired me and many more. You will always be remembered. Class of 1967.
Mike Annerino
April 28, 2020
We extend our love, prayers and sympathy to the Fitzpatrick family during this difficult time. Our family has many special memories of times spent with all of them in past years. May all of us who loved John find peace in knowing that he now sees God face to face. Mary and Bill Passinault and family
Mary and Bill Passinault
April 28, 2020 | Grand Rapids, MI
John was an outstanding school administrator and I was privileged to work with him at Union High School. He had a significant impact on my career. We send our condolences to his family.
Ken Larsen
April 28, 2020 | Rockford, MI