Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1954
DIED
2019
FUNERAL HOME
Stephen Fitzpatrick Obituary
Stephen R. Fitzpatrick, age 65, of Trumbull passed away peacefully at Bridgeport Hospital Monday, August 19th. Born in Bridgeport the son of Robert H. and the late Evelyn (Homa) Fitzpatrick, he grew up in Trumbull. He graduated from St. Joseph's High School and St. Michael's College. Stephen was hired as a social worker in Fairfield by the late John J. Sullivan, and taught at the University School in Bridgeport. Stephen worked for Peoples United Bank for many years in the fraud protection division. He was a member of the Gaelic American Club in Fairfield where he loved meeting his friends and family. Stephen loved to sing and was a member of the choir at St. Ann's Church and the GAC Glee Club. He was a member of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus. He is survived by his father Robert, his stepmother Jane Fitzpatrick, his sisters Lisa Fitzpatrick of Anchorage, AK, and Maura Kane and her husband Kevin of Wilbraham, MA; three nephews, Sam Evans, Mac Evans and Brendan Kane; a step-brother, William Copeland and his wife Sara Nava Plata of Greenville, SC and his many cousins. A very special thank you to Judith Frank, Stephen's care-giver for nearly 20 years and soon became like family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. meeting directly at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1719 Post Road, Fairfield. Interment will be private in St. Michael's Cemetery. Family and friends may call Friday from 5-8 p.m. in the Spear-Miller Funeral Home, 39 South Benson Road, Fairfield. In lieu of flowers, friends may consider a donation in Stephen's memory to Our Lady of Mississippi Abbey, 8400 Abbey Hill, Dubuque, IA 52003 or the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, 6520 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309-2132. (www.msfocus.org). For information or to offer an online condolence, please visit www.SpearMillerFuneralHome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Fitzpatrick
Sponsored by Spear-Miller Funeral Home.
Grace Kalker
August 14, 2023
Think of you everyday Stephen. You're always remembered and missed. I hope you found all your loved ones in heaven. You are very special
Karen Massey Berwick
August 15, 2021
Recently I saw a question on FB. Would you marry the person you were dating at 16? I would still have to say, "Yes". Steve was my first love. He was a dreamboat. Surely missed by many. Wishing you wonderful skiing in heaven, my dear.
Grace
August 14, 2021
I think of you often Stephen. Always an inspiration to me. Please look down on all your friends from St. Joe Center. I miss you. Grace
Jill
September 16, 2019
Stephen will be missed. Thinking of you all.
GRACE GIANCOLA-KALKER
August 27, 2019
Stephen, my friend, you were and always will be an inspiration to me. I will miss seeing you at St. Joe's Center and playing bingo together. I am happy I met you. I know you are with Jesus. You will always be in my prayers. Rest peacefully.
Bob and Jane - my condolences to you and your family. I will miss you.
Grace
Hilary Koreeda
August 27, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences. I remember Stephen from the Gaelic Club, and he was always friendly and pleasant. May he rest in peace.
Jacqueline Hendricks
August 24, 2019
It has been years since I saw Stephen, but I remember him as kind and joyful. May his love ones find peace in loving memories.
Karen Massey Berwick
August 24, 2019
Steve... you were my first true love. God speed, my dear. My memories of skiing with you in Vermont I will always hold close to my heart. My condolences to your family especially your sisters. Love, Karen
Laurie Flynn
August 22, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God bring you peace from this day forth.
Lisa Webb
August 22, 2019
A brave and gentle soul, who always seemed to maintain his sense of humor despite the challenges he faced. Praying for his peace and eternal happiness.
Tracy Tutt-Smith
August 22, 2019
awwww Steve, may God rest your sweet soul. So sad to hear of your passing my friend. I remember you from Peoples Bank. Such a nice person. My daughter still has "Woody" from Toy Story that you gave her many years ago!
To your family and friends, my sincere condolences and deepest sympathy. God bless you all with His peace and comfort, now and in the days ahead.
Martha Wellock DeSabia
August 22, 2019
My condolences to the Fitzpatrick family. I went elementary and high school with Stephen. I remember him as a kind and caring person. My prayers go with you
Donald Lako
August 22, 2019
R.l.P. Fitz.
Karen Kaczanowski
August 21, 2019
To the Fitzpatrick Family ,Deepest Sympathy . Steve was my neighbor at Cartright Towers for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Staff of Spear-Miller Funeral Home
August 21, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
Showing 1 - 15 of 15 results
Make a Donation
in Stephen Fitzpatrick's name
Memorial Events
for Stephen Fitzpatrick
Aug
23
Calling hours
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Spear-Miller Funeral Home39 South Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
How to support Stephen's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
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 moreResources to help you cope with loss
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 more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Stephen 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
