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1941
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2019
Thomas Fitzgerald Obituary
On Friday, October 18, 2019, Thomas Anthony Fitzgerald, loving father of two children and grandfather of five, passed away at the age of 78.
Tom was born on July 6, 1941 in Mount Clemens, MI to Vincent and Lucy Fitzgerald.Tom graduated from Brophy Prep and attended the U of A. He married Pamela Sabeck in April 1968, and they raised two children. Tom worked at Valley National Bank as a branch manager but the suit and tie routine was not for him; his need to be outdoors could not be contained, so he then found his real calling as a tour guide to the Grand Canyon and other areas of his beloved Arizona. He also had a passion for running and we all knew that Tom just "kept on going."
Tom is survived by his son Brian, daughter Lara and grandchildren Brendon, Taylor, Hailee, Karley and Christopher, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Tom was known for spreading endless amounts of laughter through his crazy antics, long toasts and his wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed but never forgotten.
To find details for his memorial service please click on this link.
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Kari Hull
November 4, 2019
Uncle Tom had such pride of family that I really loved. To be a "Fitzgerald" was without a doubt a badge of honor. At my parents 50th wedding anniversary party, I will never forget the moment for 'giving a toast' to the couple. It literally turned into a 'toast off' where Uncle Tom won hands down as he would tell his story, sit down...someone else would tell a story and then he would get right back up and tell another! This memory warms my heart because he was hands down, one of the best (2nd only to my dad :) story tellers I have ever known. His pride and love of family will continue on through my cousins. A great tribute to a a great man. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Jaxene Hillebert
October 27, 2019
A good and loving man who could remember every song title and artist - remarkable. Love you Tommy
October 25, 2019
My condolences are extended as you mourn the loss of your dear loved one. May you find comfort and strength to cope during this trying time. (Psalm 90:10)
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