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Charles FITZGERALD Obituary

FITZGERALD - Charles Robert Jr. December 23, 2012, beloved husband of Barbara J. Fitzgerald; devoted father of Charles R. III and Kathleen Fitzgerald; loving son of the late Charles and Mary Fitzgerald; beloved brother of Michael (Barbara), Maureen Fitzgerald and the late Kathleen Stewart; uncle of many nieces and nephews and cousin to many. The family will receive friends at the C. MERTZ & SON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 911 Englewood Ave. on Wednesday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM where funeral services will be held on Thursday at 9 AM and a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John the Baptist Church (1085 Englewood Ave.) at 9:30 AM. Charles was a past president of the St. John the Baptist Holy Name Society. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to The National Alzheimer's Association or The American Diabetes Association. Share condolences at mertzfh.com.


This obituary was originally published in the Buffalo News.

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Published by Buffalo News on Dec. 24, 2012.

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Kevin Sorrentino

December 31, 2012

Barb and Family I am so sorry for your loss. I apologize I wasn't there for him. As my Baseball Coach and longtime friend he taught me things in life not only baseball. My Dad Jim just passed away two days ago and I know he would be deeply saddened by his loss. May god bless your family in your time of loss. Kevin Sorrentino and the Sorrentino Family

tracy ann boyle

December 31, 2012

Barb: So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Peace-Tracy Ann Boyle (CPEP)

Irene Catanzaro

December 30, 2012

Barb, Katie, Chuck, Michael and Maureen,
He is forever in your hearts and in your memories...
luv, cousin Rene

Tim Craig

December 29, 2012

Dear Fitzgerald Family;

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.

Athough I did not know Charlie for a long time, I thought the world of him and felt like we were old friends.

God Bless you and may Charlie enjoys God's love for him.

Shirley Hoeber Chojnacki

December 27, 2012

Barb, So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mary McLennan

December 26, 2012

Dear Barb & Family ... I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband ... I remember you talking about him often when we worked together ... may all your friends/family bring you comfort at this time

Ed Buelens

December 26, 2012

Barb and Children
So Sorry to hear about Charlie Great Guy!!
We had some good times working together at NAPA
Stay Strong!!

Bill & Darlene Folger

December 26, 2012

Barb and children. We are so sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. It is with deep sympathy that we will miss him at all of the Siejak gatherings. He was well liked by both of us.

December 26, 2012

Barb, Katie and Chuck may God wrap his arms around you and help you to heal from this loss. My prayers are with you. Linda Morgan

December 26, 2012

Barb, I am so sorry to hear of the death of your husband. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy Gregoire

Leo Auriemma

December 26, 2012

Mike, Maureen, and family,deepest sympathies on the loss of charlie,

Mary Anastasia

December 26, 2012

Dear Barb, Chuck and Katie.... I was so sorry to hear about Bobby...I will pray God helps you all thru this sad time. He was a sweet loving man and I will miss his getle smile.

Mary Anastasia

December 26, 2012

My dear Maureen.... I was so very sorry to hear about Bobby...he was such a gentle soul...please know that I am here for you and so is the entire Anastasia family...he is with Mom, Dad and Kathy now and will watch over you.

December 26, 2012

TO THE FITZGERALD FAMILY - OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHIES ON THE LOSS OF SUCH A GREAT MAN. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. KRYSTYANA AND MICHAEL ROMAN

December 26, 2012

To the Fitzgerald Family, Our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of such a great man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Krystyana and Michael Roman

Barb Kalinowski

December 25, 2012

Dear Barb, Chuck and Katie, My heart aches for you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless and comfort all of you.

Frank Brigante

December 25, 2012

To the Fitzgerald Family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss, Charlie was a warm, wonderful and kind man who loved by many...
Our deepest sympathy, The Brigante Family

Panuccio Family

December 25, 2012

Barb, Chuck and Katie,
There are no words to express our sorrow for your loss. Thinking and praying for you all.

Jac Buss

December 24, 2012

Chuck and Family, My heart is heavy for your loss. In time may the tears turn into smiles. May God Bless you and your family, comfort you and guide you to peace. My deepest sympathy.

Don,Gail,Jonathan Maslanka

December 24, 2012

Dear Barb,Chuck and Katie,
I am so sorry to hear the passing on Charlie. My heart and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. He was an amazing husband,father and friend . My God be with you all.

Leslyy Harmon

December 24, 2012

Mrs, Fitzgerald, Chuck, and Katie,
We are so very sorry for your loss and our hearts and prayers are with all of you and your entire family at this time.
Love,
Sam, Leslyy, and Nathanael Harmon

Trina Heywood

December 24, 2012

Barb and children. We are very sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Please accept our deepest, heartfelt sympathies during this most difficult time. If any of you need anything, please do not hesitate to call. May God heal your heart...Love Trina, Scott and the boys.

Monica Perez

December 24, 2012

Barb, My sympathy to you and your family. I will say a prayer for you.

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