Niles, Illinois
Rev. Thomas J. Fitzgerald, ordained as a Catholic priest on his birthday, May 2, 1942 and Pastor of St. Thomas the Apostle Church from 1968-1988, beloved son of the late James and Margaret Fitzgerald; dear brother of James (Jacquelin), Morgan (Mary Ellen) and the late Anna Margaret Fitzgerald; fond uncle of many. Visitation at the St. Thomas of Apostle Church, 55th and Woodlawn Ave., Wednesday 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass 11 a.m. Thursday. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Please omit the flowers. Donations to Priests Retirement and Mutual Aid Association, 4951 Harrison, Hillside, IL 60162 appreciated. Funeral info, 847-966-7302 or sign a guest book at www.skajafuneralhomes.com
Read MoreMy deepest sympathy to the Fitzgerald family. I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Father Fitz when I returned to the area. We all have fond memories of his involvement in our lives both in grammar school as well as high school at Little FLower. The world has lost a fine example for the priesthood.
Kathleen Hughes Carlig
June 20, 2007 | Palos Heights
Dear Fitzgerald Family,
I send the heartfelt condolences of the Powers and Tormey Families. My family and I were long-time parishioners of Little Flower in the 40s, 50s, and 60s, and Fr. Fitz was my favorite of all the associate pastors who ministered there. I'll never forget his genuine, gentle smile! I remember there was always a long line on both sides of his confessional on Saturday afternoons.
Love and prayers,
Kathleen Goodridge
May 31, 2007 | Chicago, IL
In 1979, my father George McGrath, a fallen-away Catholic (away from the church for 50 years) was dying. My mother called St. Thomas and asked if a priest could come to the house to see my father. The priest who willingly came was Fr. Fitzgerald, who had never met anyone in our family before. He was loving, wise and had great humor and it made all the difference! My father was so happy and peaceful after this visit and we are so grateful for Fr. Fitzgerald! Bless him and his loved ones.
Rosemarie McGrath
April 20, 2007 | Chicago
My condolences to the family of Father Fitz. I have many happy memories of him especially from the religious classes he taught at good old LFH. He also married us. He was a great man and a greater priest.
Judy Moran Keating
April 17, 2007 | Orland Park, IL
Dear Fitzgerald family, PLease accept my condolences on the death of this exceptional human being who touched the lives of countless people.He married my parents in 1949 at Little Flower Church and I got know him when they celebrated their 50th weedding anniversary.He said one of the funniest heartfelt graces I've ever heard that night.He was kind,thoughtful and a prince among men.We are all sorry for your loss.
Bob Napleton
April 16, 2007 | LaGrange, IL
I attended Little Flower High School during which time I had the pleasure of meeting Father Fitz.. Father would lead us in prayer before class and end with a prayer to St. Jude patron Saint of Hopeless Cases and glance in our direction. I was able to meet Father Fitz several times after I graduated from Little Flower and he always took time for a conversation. He will be missed by many many people.
Andy & Roseann
Christophersen
Andrew Christophersen
April 13, 2007 | New Port Richey, FL
My years at St. Thomas Apostle are among the most treasured because I was able to minster with "the great Fitz"
Mary Mahony, op
April 13, 2007
I taught at Thomas Apostle from 1977-81 and so appresiated Fitz's wonderful outlook on life and his great sense of humor. He will be sorely missed.
Mary Howard Johnstone, op
April 13, 2007
Wonderful memories of Father Fitzgerald at Little Flower. He was special to the Daly family.
Helen Brown(Daly)
April 13, 2007 | Nevada
