Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Patrick Fitzpatrick Obituary
Patrick S. Fitzpatrick, Sr., 66 of Crystal River, FL passed away Wednesday morning June 7, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 16, 1956, in Ocala, FL, to the late Inverness attorney Charles B. and Dorothy Fitzpatrick.
Pat was raised in Inverness, the youngest of five boisterous boys. Graduating from Citrus High School in 1975, he was awarded football first team All-State his junior and senior years and in the CHS Scholastic Hall of Fame. While in high school he played football, golf, track, and basketball.
Pat went to Marion Military Institute on a football and baseball scholarship during his first two years of college. He finished his college career as an offensive lineman with the Clemson Tigers, playing his last game at the Gator Bowl in 1978 against Ohio State, winning 11-9. During his time at Clemson, he made lifelong friendships and met his wife, Laura Lou Tolle, while visiting home for the 4th of July in 1978. On their first date he knew she was the one and told her he would make her fall in love with him.
After leaving Clemson he returned to Citrus County and married Laura Lou on June 7, 1980, at the Plantation Inn, starting their life together in Crystal River. They started a family with their children, Shane, Erin, Elaina & Elisha. During this time, he served on the Mosquito Control Board and was an active leader in the community, finding time to volunteer coach Little League football and baseball, and also was an announcer at the Crystal River High School Football games.
Pat started his banking career at First Federal Savings and Loan before going into real estate and appraising with his late father-in-law, Ed Tolle. Pat returned to banking until the end of his career.
Pat was considered the voice of reason while serving on the City Council of Crystal River. During this time, he was nominated for Citizen of the Year.
He was preceded in death by his father Charles B. Fitzpatrick, brothers Spike Fitzpatrick, Timmy Fitzpatrick, and Kevin Fitzpatrick. He is survived by his loving wife Laura Lou of Crystal River, FL, his son Shane Fitzpatrick and his wife Alyse of Inverness and their children Trace and Brantley, daughter Erin Marrero, her husband Matt of Davie, FL and their children Payton, Matthew and Elijah, daughter Elaina Ryals, her husband Matt of Leland, NC and their children Dean, Dylan and Sadie, daughter Elisha LeMieux, husband Tyler of Gulf Hammock, FL and their children Lilly, Vaden, and Jaxon, his mother Mrs. Dorothy Fitzpatrick of Inverness, FL, a brother Mike Fitzpatrick and his wife Brenda of Inverness, FL, several nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous dear friends.
The funeral service will be conducted at 1pm on Tuesday June 13th at Gulf to Lake Church in Crystal River, FL with Pastor Lloyd Bertine presiding. Public viewing is from 12 pm until service time at the church. Interment will follow at the Crystal River Historical Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of Strickland Funeral Home and Crematory, Crystal River, FL.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Patrick Fitzpatrick
Cecillia Tyson
June 15, 2023
My Condolences to the family of Mr. Pat Fotzpatrick. I am the sister of one Pat friends Darryl Tyson, and I had the chance of running into Pat at City Hall a few times. I can tell you that he was very nice and kind, he always spoke and smiled. Pat's passing has really put a damper on my brother Darryl, I was the one who broke the newsbro him and I could hear in Darryl's voice that it really hit him
I just want the family to know that we share your pain and are PRAYING for all of you, May our Father GOD give each of you Love, Comfort & Understanding during your time of Bereavement & Healing In JESUS Name Glory Hallelujah Amen
Mike & Inga Russ
June 12, 2023
We will miss you Pat. Sending love and prayers out to your whole family.
Jerry and Barb Miller and family
June 12, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Pats family for the loss of a great guy. He certainly will be missed, we have alot of memories over the years.
Jerry and Barb Miller and family
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Dwight Giddens
June 12, 2023
Pat, you will be missed by many and your family will miss you the most. You did great while here on earth and you have gone home. Thank you for the memories old friend. RIP Pat.
Carol SCULLY
June 12, 2023
Pat hired me to work at century 21 back in the day. he was wonderful to work for. loved when he drove caravans. Carol Scully
Carey Lejeune
June 12, 2023
Remembering you Pat, and Laura Lou. And all the fun we had those long hot summers on the Bay..Prayers to your family
Joyce brown
June 11, 2023
Thoughts and well wishes to all of Pats family at this time of sorrow.
Joyce Brown (Jessica´s mom)...
Milena Lyons
June 10, 2023
Praying for your peace and Gods love during this time.
Janice Dommert Poppe
June 10, 2023
Ms. Dot, Mike and families: My heart is with y'all as it has been in the past. I always associate Pat with riding the bus to school..he sat on my lap so often Such great memories with the Fitz family... Love y'all
Mary T Johnson
June 10, 2023
Dot and family you have my deepest sympathy
Mary Johnson
Manitowoc,Wi
Idona Davis
June 10, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. I am so sad to read this. My condolences to the family. Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Mary T Johnson
June 10, 2023
Dot and family you have my deepest sympathy.
Mary Johnson
Manitowoc,Wi
Lynn and Connie Hicks
June 10, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Wanted Pat to be the poster boy for conquering this horrible disease.
Janice Winters
June 9, 2023
Praying for comfort in this inconsolable time. Beautiful family.
Lyman Strickland & the Staff of Strickland Funeral Home
June 9, 2023
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Showing 1 - 16 of 16 results
Make a Donation
in Patrick Fitzpatrick's name
Memorial Events
for Patrick Fitzpatrick
Funeral services provided by:
Strickland Funeral Home - Crystal River1901 SE Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL 34429
How to support Patrick's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Patrick Fitzpatrick's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
