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Kelly Fitzpatrick Obituary
Fitzpatrick started at the Sentinel 15 years ago, after attending the University of Central Florida. She worked as a copy clerk before joining the company's digital team, where she also was an online producer.
In her role as nightlife columnist, Fitzpatrick wrote about Central Florida's burgeoning nightlife - from Sanford to Kissimmee and all points in-between.
"To know Kelly was to appreciate her vibrant personality and zest for life," said Mark Russell, the Sentinel's editor. "She could fill a room, and her vast knowledge of the Orlando entertainment scene and its players were in full display weekly in her nightlife column.
"We have lost an important member of the Sentinel family and we are praying for Kelly's husband, Casey, and their families and friends," Russell said.
Friends remembered Fitzpatrick on her Facebook page.
"I will miss that million dollar belly laugh," wrote Caitlin Barry Van Voorhis.
"You were always a ray of sunshine! I'm glad I got to see you the other nite n say goodbye... and as usual, you were all smiles!!" wrote Brett J Barr.
"I'm glad I told you how pretty you looked the last time we talked," wrote Jim Leatherman. "I will miss you sweet friend."
Funeral arrangements are pending.
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228 Entries
Daniel Baseheart
May 21, 2012
I knew Kelly only for a short time but it was a wonderful time..She made a lasting impression that I will never forget.
March 3, 2012
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Katy McBride
January 5, 2012
I knew Kelly from when I lived Downtown. We were neighbors. I would always run into her w/ my twin sister. I am very shocked to hear of her death. She was so young! I will keep her family & friends in my prayers.
Craig Helm
November 2, 2011
Mary,
My thoughts are prayers are with you for the loss of your daughter Kelly. It is only recently that I learned of her passing. You had introduced Kelly to me when I had run into you at one of the food markets around town. Her infectious personality was well expressed in the entertainment column that she wrote for the Sentinel.
Chris Williams
October 30, 2011
May the God of all comfort grant your family peace at this time. ( 1Cor. 1:3,4)
Dorothy
October 26, 2011
I was stunned to see Kelly's name in the list of losses during 2011. It truly is a huge loss. I so enoyed her column. She was a lovely girl.
Yadira
October 22, 2011
Stumbled across this page while reading the Sentinel, and this news truly touched my heart! My deepest sympathy go out to Kelly's family... "God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes,and death will be no more,neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”
Mary Reed
October 9, 2011
Happened upon this site via the sentinel site ...sorry for the loss of someone so young she looked in the picture such a happy person....deepest sympathy to her family
Marianne Myers
October 4, 2011
I also only knew Kelly thru the Orlando Sentinel column. She was my info girl for new places to go in Orlando and around town. My prayers go to her husband and family. So sad, so young but being with God is the only comfort we can understand in this loss of this beautiful woman. Marianne, Orlando Bar girl
Jennifer Herrholz
October 1, 2011
I am so very sorry. So young and beautiful. You do not know us however you share the same birthday as our son. You are in a beautiful place now and I am sure touched many lives while here on earth. Spread your wings and continue to spread your love....
Christopher Carson
October 1, 2011
I only knew Kelly by reading her column. Orlando is suffering a great loss. My sympathy to the family. Kelly's star will always shine bright.
October 1, 2011
We can't stop thinking about you!
-Sportstown
September 30, 2011
I only knew Kelly from her reviews in the paper and I always
enjoyed reading them. I will miss her column my deepest sympathy
to her husband and family.
Linda
September 30, 2011
I met you for the first time about 2 months ago after reading your column for years. I knew from your columns what a wonderful person you were and meeting you only proved that. Such a wonderful smile. God Bless you and your family. Helen-Orlando
RRD.
September 30, 2011
Kelly, I looked through the paper today for your column and instead I read that you had passed away. I am so sad! You are the only reason I was ever brave enough to finally sing at Kareoke. <3 We'll miss you!
Cherie Faircloth
September 30, 2011
Although I did not know you, I have read your columns and you always made me wish that I was in my 20's again, to go out and enoy Orlando's nightlife the way that you always described it. My condolences to Casey, your families, friends and your colleagues...
Ken Clarke
September 30, 2011
Good night, Kelly. I guess your wonderful laughter and the shining light you carry within you were needed elsewhere in the universe. That's the only way I can understand the newsroom, the world, without you. Because the joy in this world is diminished in your absence.
Every newsroom needs a Kelly Fitzpatrick to keep its collective nerves below red alert. Everybody needs a Kelly for the shot of fun she brought to life. Everyone needs to know a Kelly to keep the world in perspective and to remind us to enjoy every day. Every heart needs a Kelly to be shown how hearts can be big and bold, and welcoming and unafraid.
Good night, Kelly.
strephen robbins
September 29, 2011
sorry to hear about the lose but kelly was a very nice woman to be with and she lite up the world and she was fun to be with im stephen from wills pub that was there when you two were there
mikey
September 29, 2011
Kelly, i am glad to have shared your life journey with you, your family and family of friends!
Best wishes on your new journey, And,
I hope everyone you touched in this life is comforted by
the the idea that you will bring as many smiles,
If not more, in the afterlife as you have brought to us here in this life.
Looking forward to meeting again my good friend!
I love you Kelly!
Love, mikey
Yonna Kelley
September 29, 2011
Kelly, I only met you once, but I knew your mom. Mary was so proud of you.
Mary, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. When I read the guest book and the Sentinel article, you can almost see what a beautiful person Kelly was inside and out. Treasure the memories.
Nancy Perry
September 28, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Rachel Morales
September 28, 2011
Kelly, your smile was contagious. I'm blessed to have known you for the time that I did. I will always remember your laughter, no one could laugh like you. You will be deeply missed. My prayers go out to Casey and your entire family. You left us too soon.
Oliver
September 28, 2011
I never met you Kelly but the way you wrote in your column felt like I knew a small part of you. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. You will be missed.
Clark
September 27, 2011
Kelly you were an inspiration. Miss you very much.
Lisa & Randal Bridges
September 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kelly's family, mother Mary, husband Casey and loved ones. It was such a joy to work with Kelly at the Orlando Sentinel. Prior to our Sentinel days, we would run into each other at UCF back in the late 90s when visiting friends in the old Lake Claire dorms. We have so many fond memories of Kelly. She was amazing person and will be terribly missed by all.
Jody Santopietro
September 27, 2011
My prayers go out to Kelly's family, I didn't know Kelly but knew her Mom and have a daughter myself and can't imagine what the family is feeling right now. My deepest sympathy to Kelly's family.
Bundy's
September 27, 2011
Kelly, from high school to UCF and beyond you were a great friend, and person. You will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jerry David
September 27, 2011
I loved Kelly's laugh and her zest for life when I heard her on the radio every week. I send my condolences and sympathy from over here in England to all her family and friends.
Hope Carr
September 27, 2011
I met Kelly about 4 months ago. We are neighbors. I never saw her without a smile on her face or without something nice to say. She always brought up Casey's name in every conversation. I will miss running into her in the elevator. I'm trully sorry for such a great loss to all of her family and friends.
September 27, 2011
I didn't have the privilege of knowing Kelly. But I know her mom and being a mom my heart aches for her family.
Janett Leben
September 27, 2011
May god b with u all in this time of grieve... God bless.
September 27, 2011
I loved Kelly's column. She will be missed. Donna (Apopka)
Jessica Lopez Gately
September 27, 2011
Kelly...From your infectious laugh to your love of life, you are and will always be one of kind! My thoughts and prayers are with your mom, sisters, and husband. Rest in peace dear Kelly...
September 27, 2011
My condolences to all Kelly's loved ones in their time of loss and sorrow. With best regards, Carroll L. Floyd, Sarasota
September 27, 2011
KELLY,I read your cool column weekly, and loved the way you wrote. My prayers are with you, and your family, as they sojourn through their sorrow.
norma palmer Altamonte SPRINGS, FL.
Tom Mucario
September 27, 2011
Kelly, I have adored you since High School your beaming smile and whimsical attitude. You will be sorely missed. I wish your husband, mother, sisters, family, and many many friends my deepest sympathy.
Angel
September 27, 2011
Kelly I am lucky to have known you and had a few laughs with you. Rest in peace girl. Casey my heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick, Lisa & Raleigh Watkins
September 27, 2011
We are shocked at your passing as it was way too soon! We feel blessed to have read your column and shared a small piece of your life. May God bless your family and may God rest your soul!
September 27, 2011
My sympathies to Kelly's family, friends and many fans. Please take comfort in Psalm 147:1,3 because God promises to heal us himself.
September 27, 2011
Dear Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Linda Saxon-Woodcum, Sanford, FL (SSG)
Jacki S
September 26, 2011
This is quite shocking and my prayers go out to your family. Although my nightlife mostly consists of quiet evenings at home with my husband and critters I really enjoyed reading your column. You had a wonderful way with words.
Eric Koppe
September 26, 2011
I am Truely sorry for your loss;I Pray shes in a Much Better Place.
Local #1765
Jodi Brenner
September 26, 2011
I work with Mary Fitzpatrick, Kelly's Mom. I am so sorry for your loss Mary and if there is anything I can do for you, please do not hesitate. I read Kelly's column alot and never realized she was your daughter. I always thought she was alot like me and seemed like a cool person to meet and hang out with. My thoughts and prayers are with you Mary and your entire family.
Sophia Kerny
September 26, 2011
So happy to have had the oportunity to meet Kelly. My thoughts and prayers go out to her husband, Casey, family and close friends. What a tragic loss. I know she will be terribly missed. Always looked forward to reading her column.
September 26, 2011
I am an old Fart but that is why I enjoyed your nightlife columns so that when I went out, it was memorable.....Godspeed
September 26, 2011
I'm sorry and stunned you are gone Kelly. I will miss your radiance. You were filled with joy everytime I saw you. What a wonderful family you have, and how proud you were of each and every one of them. If there is anything I can do for anyone at all, I will always be available. God bless you. Alicia Wolff, Longwood, FL
Robin H
September 26, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Casey and Kelly's extended family and friends.
Linda Borowski
September 26, 2011
I respectfully convey my condolences to a valuable member of humanity. To the family and friends, your lose is enormous and words can not express the hole in your hearts at this time of your loss only time will ease
, however this beautiful soul will be missed and her life had purpose and for that you have a legacy that will live on.
susan new
September 26, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Nancy Morris-LaRocca
September 26, 2011
Our prayers go out to my cousin Mary and her family as well as Kelly's husband in your time of grief. Please know that your relatives in the Northeast pray for all of you. We hope you find comfort and peace knowing your beautiful daughter, wife was so loved and admired by so many.
September 26, 2011
I never met Kelly in person and haven't participated in the downtown club scene for many years now, however I read and enjoyed her column, living vicariously through her vibrant writing, about a part of life I put aside to raise my children. My heart goes out to her husband and family. Kelly will be missed intensely, but her smile and talent will not be forgotten. May future journalists be inspired by her. God Bless.
Keiva welch
September 26, 2011
my condolences to the family and prayers are here!?•?•??•???•??
lawrence Brooks
September 26, 2011
I was shocked and saddened to hear of the untimely death of ms fitzpatrick's passing I often looked forward to reading her columns on nite life in orlando my sincerest condolences to her family may god give strength to them in this time of sorrow she will be sorely misssed
Ed & Debbie Horst
September 26, 2011
We did not know Kelly all that well. But since she loved Casey, and made him happy, she was dear to our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Casey, and Kelly's family. We love you Casey, and are holding you close.
Luis Alvarez
September 26, 2011
I am very sorry to hear this , My condolences to her family .
Ralph Schusler
September 26, 2011
My condolences upon the loss of this hearty, vibrant person.
David Van Zandt
September 26, 2011
Our deepest condolences to the Fitzpatrick and Dayhoff family.
With love and sadness,
David and Elizabeth Van Zandt
MIKE CLIPKA
September 26, 2011
Deeply sorry for your loss. Will say a prayer for you & your family. I am a member of the "Organize Now" family, & deeply appreciate all that is done for us by Mr. Dayhoff. God bless & keep you.
Sarah Rodriguez
September 26, 2011
I didn't know Kelly but I know how devastating it is to lose some one you love , my sympathy to her family and loved ones .
Sarah
David Frotscher
September 26, 2011
My condolences to Casey and the family. I did not know KELLY. It sounds like she eould be easy to like and admire. Vaya con Dios Kelly.
ann hellmuth
September 26, 2011
I was greatly saddened to hear of Kelly's death. She was one of those people you never forget. I admired her energy, enthusiasm and talent.
September 26, 2011
Kelly .I just saw her and she was kind and sweet as always. We all will miss you. Casey My thoughts and prayers as well as those of The rest of The JC's.
Frances Earl
September 26, 2011
Having lost my dear sister when she was only 37, I know how intense is the grief of your loved ones. Sadly, it seems the best among us is called to heaven way too soon. Bless all of you, Fran Earl
Gracie Fowler
September 26, 2011
I'm another friend that has been touched by Kelly's exciting, friendly, and inspiring personality.
Ellen Craig
September 26, 2011
RIP you were so loved. You wil be missed.
Lydia Godwin
September 26, 2011
My deepest sympathies and prayer for the loss of your wife.
Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
E.R. Jess
September 26, 2011
There was no situation that she didn't see, not only the bright side, but the best possible side of. This unnatural goodwill kept her perpetually happy, something the rest of us should emulate if not plagiarize outright. Her joy was instinctual, no pretense or preparation, she was simply delighted to be alive.
Kenneth Toole
September 26, 2011
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Frank Buzerak
September 26, 2011
I've enjoyed your work and will miss reading it. Rest in peace.
Todd Sanders
September 26, 2011
I was speechless on learning of Kelly's death. Her passing came far too soon. My thoughts are with her husband and the rest of her family.
Tammy Berk
September 26, 2011
My sincere condolences to Kelly's husband and family for the loss of your wonderful loved one. May the memories of happy times help you through this difficult time.
Richard Fairfield
September 26, 2011
Our thoughts are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you much comfort.
Mary O'Shea
September 26, 2011
I'm so sorry that such a lovely young woman had to pass at such an early age. She will be greatly missed.
emily gilday
September 26, 2011
Another light just made the night brighter
CM Simon
September 26, 2011
God Bless. Prayers for Kelly's family during this time of tremendous sorrow.
Nicole Chapin
September 26, 2011
All the best to your family, may they continue to spread the love and good work. Thanks to all who help make this world a better place.
Tracy Lattanzi
September 26, 2011
My condolences to Kelly's family. I read her column weekly and will miss following her "bar-hopping" ways. She seemed full of life and great at her job. A life cut way too short. Peace be with you Kelly.
Michaella
September 26, 2011
My sincerest condolences to Kelly's family. I enjoyed reading her columns over the years, and just last week we began corresponding via email about our shared love of the New York Jets. I'm so sorry we'll never have the chance to meet. Rest in peace, Kelly.
Joe Lagreca
September 26, 2011
Deepest Sympathy with thoughts and prayers to her family and friends...
Misty Simmons
September 26, 2011
REST IN PEACT. I will raise a pint in your honor.
Orlando Brewing Partners
September 26, 2011
Kelly, thanks for your support of our local brewery. We always appreciated the kind words. Our deepest sympathies to the family, she will be missed.
Michael Meredith
September 26, 2011
Kelly was a shining light in this world & a thoughtful, beautiful & intelligent person, she will be missed. Condolences to Kelly's husband & family.
September 26, 2011
Kelly your weekly columns will be missed, RIP and God Bless.
Curt Webb
Pati Vander Meer
September 26, 2011
Loved hearing her laugh on Soul Brother Kevin's show on 104.1 every Thursday Night.... Deepest Sympathy to her Family.
Jeana Adamopoulos
September 26, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Kelly's family. She will be greatly missed. God Speed.
Rick, Lisa & Raleigh
September 26, 2011
We are shocked at your passing as it was way too soon! We are blessed to have read your column and shared a small piece of your life. May God rest Your soul and may God bless Your family!
Judy Padilla
September 26, 2011
I've worked with Kelly since she's been at the Sentinel. She had an infectious laugh that made me laugh when I would hear her in the room.
She was a special gift to all of us, and I am glad to have been in her company all these years. She will be missed by all of us. My prayers go to her family and friends.
Judy
Mirl Williamson
September 26, 2011
I read and enjoyed her column. She will be missed.
Olivia Pitkethly
September 26, 2011
I went to journalism school with Kelly and though our lives took different paths, I was so impressed to see her become so successful in the field. My condolences to her family and friends.
Dianne Burd
September 26, 2011
What a heartbreaking loss for all who knew Kelly personally and for those who were her fans. Kelly brightened any room she entered. As her high school journalism teacher, I followed her career and was extremely proud of her accomplishments. Kelly made the most out of life. My deepest sympathies to Kelly's family.
Marty Kenyan
September 26, 2011
I can remember when Kelly first started at the Sentinel, always a smile for the people around her.
I watched as she really did create the job she did and had every reason to be proud of it.
My condolences to the family ... we share your loss.
Richard Truett
September 26, 2011
Kelly probably wouldn't remember me well since my days were winding down at The Sentinel while she was just getting going. But, I was so proud of her for coming from UCF's J-School and doing so well. She had the drive to excel, anyone could see it. Kelly helped prove that a UCF journalism degree, combined with talent and a strong work ethic, was all that is needed to be successful.
Staci Baker
September 26, 2011
My sympathies and prayers to the family. I read the column - she will be missed(Staci, Orlando)
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