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FITZGERALD, Charles CHARLES ALLEN FITZGERALD Charles Allen Fitzgerald, age 85 of Atlanta, GA died March 25, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Agnes Ritchie Fitzgerald and daughter, Mary Fitzgerald and is survived by his daughter, Dr. Jan Fitzgerald Soapes and her husband Jim of Stone Mountain, GA; son, Tim Scott Fitzgerald of Stone Mountain; grandchildren, Keith Fitzgerald and wife, Melissa of Buckhead, Nicholas Scott Fitzgerald of Stone Mountain, Katherine Ritchie Fitzgerald of Atlanta, Ross Fitzgerald Alford and wife, Ania of Grayson, Charles Jobe Alford, IV of Stone Mountain. Mr. Fitzgerald was born August 2, 1922 in Atlanta, attended Boys High School and graduated Marist High School. He was 137 pound guard who was named All State in Football and Baseball. Marist has honored him in recent years, he received Alumni of The Year and was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame. He enlisted on Pearl Harbor Day in the Marines Corp and was in VMS Squadron 135 the "Fighting Corsairs." After discharge he met his wife, Agnes in Santa Barbara, CA and returned to Atlanta to attend Emory University and received a BA in Electrical Engineering. He founded Custom Engineering Corporation, Tucker, GA, which later became Fitzgerald Engineering. He enjoyed many years of success as an innovator in the process control field. He considered his greatest achievement the founding of Tucker Football League, 54 years ago, which now resides at Fitzgerald field in Tucker, GA. He was a passionate golfer who built his own golf course. He was a member of Smoke Rise Country Club and former member of the Atlanta Athletic Club. His greatest mentor was his Sunday school teacher Mr. Abbey of the Baptist Tabernacle. He was a loving husband and father that lived the life of Christ. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 29 at 1pm at Rehoboth Baptist Church with Rev. Jack Hudson officiating. The family will receive friends Friday from 2 until 4pm and 7 until 9pm at the funeral home. Those desiring may make donations to the Fitzgerald TFL, Tucker Football League, P.O. Box 722, Tucker, GA 30084, in memory of Charles Allen Fitzgerald. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.wagesfuneralhome.com. Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC, Snellville Chapel, 770/979-3200
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Laurie Roberts
April 7, 2008
Thank you, Mr. Fitzgerald, for all you have done.
You have touched the lives of many over the years. From my family, and many others, you will be truly missed.
Ray Harp
April 1, 2008
I was so sorry to hear about Mr. fitzgerlds passing. He was one of the greatest examples of a truely great man. Many times in my business I have asked myself what would Mr. Fitzgerld do. My Love goes out to all his family.
Janice Wells Hood
March 31, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Fitzgerald family during their time of sorrow. Jan, I have alot of fond memories of your family. I went to school with you and enjoyed many activities with you and your family. My first husband also worked for your dad for many years so the contact was still there. Again, my prayers are with you and your family.
LINDA FORD
March 30, 2008
Dear Fitzgerald Family,
I have always admired Mr. Fitzgerald.
From the first time I met him when I was a young girl and thereafter I knew that he was an extraordinary human being.It was always a privilege to talk with him.I am so sorry for your deep loss.
Linda Ford
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Reginald & Cindy Lucas & Family
March 29, 2008
Our condolenses to the Fitzgerald Family. Thanks for giving us a home for TFL/Fitzgerald Field.
Terry Bell
March 28, 2008
Today I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. CA Fitzgearled. I only knew him breifly but feel very blessed to have had the oppurtunity to hear his many humorous golf stories and quotes from his books. Now he can play the Masters with the Master every day.
Marsha Marshall
March 28, 2008
My deepest sympathy to my friend, his sister, Helen Fitzgerald Frank, of Pensacola, Florida, and to all the rest of his family and friends. Charles will be remembered fondly for of all his good works. Godspeed, Charles! Well done!
Joe Rice
March 28, 2008
Charlie Fitzgerald was an extraordinary person. I know that he taught me a lot, personally, through my association with him at TFL.
What I learned from Charlie has meant a huge amount to me in my life and in the life of my family. I realize that during the whole time of my association with TFL one of my main goals was not to let Charlie down. The importance he placed upon TFL and the values he held for it and "the wonderful world of football" filtered down to every member of the TFL family. I literally don't think he could ever be given enough recognition for founding TFL. I don't know of another program like it. TFL has positively influenced the lives of many thousands of people in its over fifty years of service. Without Charlie this simply would not have happened. I am forever grateful that my family had the chance for the TFL experience and that I was lucky enough to have known a great gentleman, Charlie Fitzgerald.
PAUL MEEKS
March 28, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
C.J. Stockel, Jr.
March 27, 2008
Mr. Fitzgerald was a visionary and will be deeply missed. As a young man who grew up at Fitzgerald Field, playing football, baseball, and working on the fields, my life was shaped by him and the many men who took time to coach and mentor me. The vision of Charles Fitzgerald will live for many generations because now we are passing it forward to the young athletes we mentor and coach. Thank you Mr. Fitzgerald and God Bless your family.
Wayne Redfern
March 27, 2008
Nobody was a better friend to me than Charlie. He was an example to me and to many others. I always looked to him for advice and approval.There was no finer Christian Gentleman. I will always
be grateful that I had the opportunity to share in his life.
Heartfelt sympathy is sent to all the Fitzgeralds from the Redfern Family.
Robin Glass
March 27, 2008
With Mr. Fitzgerald's passing, we have truly lost one of the best mentors, friends. leaders and father figures in the Tucker area. My family was a part of TFL for many wonderful years. The lessons learned, friendships made and the heartfelt love and affection from Charles and Agnes will always be remembered and felt throughout Tucker. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and the "TFL" community who will definately feel the loss of his passing for a long time. Thanks for the memories and for always being there for my family. We love you and will miss you. Godspeed!
Tommy Ball
March 27, 2008
My deepest heart felt condolences to the family. Having known Mr. Fitzgerald all my life, he was truly one of the greatest.
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