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Elizabeth Fitzpatrick Obituary
Elizabeth A. Fitzpatrick, 73, of Center Valley, passed away in her residence on Sunday morning, September 16, 2007 with her family by her side. She was the wife of Michael F. Fitzpatrick for the past 47 years. Born in Staten Island, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Martin and Louise (Schaeffer) McNamara. She was raised in Pottsville and graduated from Pottsville Catholic High School and St. Josephs School of Nursing, Reading. She was a registered nurse and worked at the Good Samaritan Hospital, Pottsville. She also worked as a secretary at Assumption B.V.M. Catholic Church rectory, Colesville. She was a foster parent of nine children and a volunteer for Meals for Wheels, Casa Guadalupe Soup Kitchen, and the Allentown Pro-Life office. In 1983, she was named Mother of the Year for the Pennsylvanians for Human Life. She was a member of St. Josephs Catholic Church, Limeport, where she was a Eucharist minister and a member of the Altar and Rosary Society. Surviving: Husband; sons, Michael Jr. and his wife, Karen, of Verona, N.J., Timothy and his wife, Peggy of Harleysville, Brian and his wife, Kathy, of Cinnaminson, N.J., Sean and his wife, Cathy, of Derwood, Md.; daughters, Kathleen Joyce and her husband, Stephen, of Center Valley, Megan Fitzpatrick of Center Valley, Colleen Fitzpatrick of Matthews, N.C., Maureen Baraky, and her husband, David, of New Alvany, Ohio and Bridget Drake and her husband, Adam, of Center Valley; 21 grandchildren; a brother, Martin Of Pottsville, and a brother Richard of Henderson, Nevada; sister, Louise Kadingo of Orwigsburg. Services: Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. Josephs Catholic Church, Limeport. Call 6-8:30 p.m. Tueday at Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 17th and Hamilton streets, Allentown. Interment in Calvary Cemetery, Limeport. Contributions: Carmelite Monastery, 3551 Lanark Road, CoopersburG, PA 18036.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elizabeth Fitzpatrick
Molly Fitzpatrick Anicete
October 1, 2007
Dear Uncle Mike;
I feel so sad for your loss, and pain, for the love of your life. You both were so in-love and dedicated to each other. How lucky to have such a grand life together of so many memories and children. To my cousins, I am so sorry for the loss of this wonderful lady, your Mom. I am so happy to have known her. You are all fine human beings, a reflection of her and your wonderful Dad.
With love,
denise monahan
September 30, 2007
Megan, Tim and to the entire Fitzpatrick family. I was so sorry to learn of the loss of your beloved Mother. I never met her but the warmth of her smile , the wonderful things that she did for her family and others is remarkable.I know that your memories--the closeness that lies within your family and the strong spirit of your Mom will be alive forever and with you each day. Again I am so sorry and my thoughts and prayers will remain with you and your family, Denise Viola Monahan, Cinnaminson NJ
Betty Hoyt and family
September 27, 2007
Mike and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will always remember Betty during our early years as we grew up as I spent time with the family on Staten Island. She will always be in our hearts.
Don, Joslyn, and Alyssa Johnson
September 23, 2007
Dear Colleen,
You are in our prayers, as always. We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. She must have been a wonderful woman. Just remember she lives on in you, as she does in your brothers and sisters.
Kathy Grovatt (McGeehan)
September 21, 2007
My deepest sympathies and wishes for peace for all of you. Your Mom/Wife sure was a strong kind-hearted woman. This world is sure a better place because of Elizabeth Fitzpatrick. May the memories that you all have carry you through the days to come.
Thoughts and prayers,
Love, The Grovatt Family(Bill,Kathy (McGeehan) Kaitlyn & Kendyll)
Margaret Waldron Bollinger
September 20, 2007
Dear Colleen and family,
I was sorry to hear about your mother's death. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael Hilsey
September 20, 2007
Tim, Katie, Brian and the rest of the Fitzpatrick family.
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Also sorry we missed the services. I did not know your mother, however from what I have read here and knowing you she was indeed a remarkable mother dedicated to her faith and family.
Our thoughts are prayers are with you.
Hilz & Rosemary
Patti (Pollit) Herman
September 20, 2007
Our deepest condolences to your family. She will be greatly missed.
Chrisann Papera
September 19, 2007
To the entire Fitzpatrick Family-
Nanny better was an awesome person. She treated me as one of her own (and many!) grandchildren and I loved her for that. One of my fondest memories is of Nanny Betty giving me the Betty Penguin! I still have it and love it! She will be greatly missed but always remembered.
Jane Jerant
September 19, 2007
Colleen, I just heard of your mother's passing and read her obituary. What a wonderful mom and women she was! Please know that my thought and prayers are with your family at this time.
Page O'Donnell
September 19, 2007
Please accept our sympathy in the passing of your mother, grandmother and wife.. It was very evident from the beautiful photos at the wake that your mom led a full and happy life with you all, and that you shared many wonderful years with her. So hard to be so incredibly close to someone and have them leave this earth. I hope that you soon replace your grief with happy memories. You are in our prayers.
cynthia fontana
September 19, 2007
Dear David, Maureen and family,
Ronnie and I are so very sorry for the loss of your Mother. Please know that you all are in our daily prayers. We know how special a lady she was and will be greatly missed. Your memories and God's Love will carry you through these darkest hours.
All of our Love,
Cindy and Ronnie Fontana and Family
Tim Kelly
September 19, 2007
Sean,
I'm really sorry for your loss. Your mother sounds like she was an incredible person. Her life story is very inspiring. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Mike Deegan
September 19, 2007
Dear Fitzpatrick Family,
We are deeply sorry to hear of Betty's passing. You are a lucky group to have such a wonderful unselfish mom and wife. I am sure she will live on through each one of you and her grandchildren, that will keep her busy. I know that your parents mean a great deal to Mom and Dad,
God Bless You,
Mike and Kim, Kamryn, Andrew, Matthew, Luke and Ava Elizabeth
Rita Zucal
September 19, 2007
To The Fitzpatrick Family
We all send our condolences, Betty was my cousin. We lived in Pottsville and moved to Staten Island, NY over 40 years ago. I have kept in touch with Richard in Vegas for years. We came to your home in Bethlem when my sons were very young. I hope this helps to let you know who we are.
Rita (Kluba) Zucal and sons Robert & Roseann, Albert and Maryann (Colorado, David and Sue, Ralph and Diane, and Eugene
Rhonda Burden
September 19, 2007
Brian and Family,
My sincere sympathy and prayers are with you. May God give you strength.
Kaye McClellan (Pierce)
September 19, 2007
Brian and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the passing of your mother. Although I did not have the opportunity to meet your mother, it's quite apparent she was an extraordinary woman. Knowing you for several years, I can see that she passed on her qualities onto her children. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
y thoughts and prayers
Megan Gantt
September 18, 2007
Colleen and family--I feel a blessing in my life has been to observe the love, loyalty and dedication your family has for one another. May that strength carry you through these difficult days. My heart is saddened by your loss--she has touched so many, a humble soul.
Love to you all, Megan Gantt
Margie & Paul Deegan
September 18, 2007
Dear Mike and Family, You were blessed to have Betty. She was special. Her love of God, The Eucharist, Mic, her chldren,spouses, grandchildren were her life.She was so hospitable.Always thinking about her guests.We have known the Fitzpatrick Family since the sixties in DE.We shared many memories.Through the last ten years, we were able to have personal contact with them. Even with the pain she had in March, she and Mike did a river cruise on our last trip to Naples , to help us enjoy the area.From my viewpoint, Betty was a true friend. We shared many values. Shared many good times. She will be missed by us. Love Margie & Paul Deegan
Brad Bernstein
September 18, 2007
Colleen and family- My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Brad
Barbara O'Connell Piccioni
September 18, 2007
Fitzpatrick and McNamara Families,
I have wonderful memories of growing up next door to Betty on Norwegian St. in Pottsville. I will always remember her as a very special, beautiful and kind young girl, who became a "Mother of the Year." The McNamaras were all fine people. My sincere sympathy to all of the Fitzpatricks and McNamaras. Barbara O'Connell Piccioni
Mike Ziskind
September 18, 2007
To the entire Fitzpatrick Family:
Please accept our most sincere sympathy and know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Most sincerely,
Mike and Ingrid Ziskind
Marty Moore
September 18, 2007
Mike, Joanie and I were saddened by the news of Betty's death. Please accept our deepest condolences. We can't attend the funeral, as I'm going through oxygen therapy at U of P for the next 30 Days
Connie McCauley
September 18, 2007
Dear Mike and Family,
I am so deeply sorry to hear of Betty's passing. She was always such a kind, gentle person and will be sadly missed. I remember all the nice times we all had together. Rest in peace my dear friend, I will keep you all in my prayers. \
Love,
Cindi (Toffy) Baralt
September 18, 2007
To the entire Fitzpatrick family:
I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She was a woman full of love and life! I have such wonderful memories of her and your family – may your own memories help you through this difficult time. She lives on in each one of you – I’m sure she’s extremely proud!
Chris Kernick
September 18, 2007
Sean, Bridget & Fitzpatrick Family,
It goes without saying that your mother was a special person and touched many lives.
My deepest respects and condolences,
Dolores Land
September 18, 2007
Dear Mike and family, I can't tell you how sorry we were to hear of Betty's passing. She was such a great woman, and such a gentle presence in your home. I worked with Betty in the OR at Good Samaritan for several years and we were quite close then. Now she is smiling on everyone from her real home, and we hope that you and your family will take comfort from that. You must have wonderful memories, and they and the prayers of friends will help sustain you. With loving sympathy, Dolly(Ponter) and Vince Land
The Zucals
September 17, 2007
Our deepest sympathies go out to the family. We will keep Betty and the Fitzpatricks in our prayers.
christine rocca
September 17, 2007
Mr. Fitpatrick and family - my deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. I'm sorry for the great loss of a wonderful wife and mother. I'm fortunate to have grown up as your neighbor and got to know all of you and I know you will find comfort in God and in the wonderful family that you have, which is the gift that Betty left behind.
Love,
Christine (Kerschner)Rocca
Joe Deegan
September 17, 2007
Dear Fitzpatrick's, may the Peace of Christ be with all of you during this tough time.
Sincerely,
Joe, Taffi and Joshua Deegan
Tiffany Brown
September 17, 2007
Colleen and Family,
Your mom is with her Heavenly Father now and free of pain. She is smiling down on all of you. May your memories of times spent with her comfort you.
Chris Petko
September 17, 2007
I have very clear memories of Mrs. Fitzpatrick exhorting Mike and Tim on to victory during their days playing CYO basketball. When cheering on her family she was loud and proud, in the best possible way.
All of the Fitzpatrick children that I knew were kind individuals, a testament to their Mother's influence and values.
Though news of her passing is sad, Mrs. Fitzpatrick leaves an amazing, happy and living legacy: a great extended family and many lives enriched by her good works.
Sincere sympathy to the entire family.
Joanne Coval
September 17, 2007
Colleen and family - I was so sad to hear about the passing of your Mother - she was a wonderful person! Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Take care,
Joanne (Sekella) Coval and family
John & Kim Craig
September 17, 2007
Betty (Mrs. Fitz) will be greatly missed, she touched and brightly impacted the lives of so many. Thoughts of her bring back smiles and happy memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Roe Lanning
September 17, 2007
I will miss my fellow Phillies fan and her motherly words of wisdom regarding raising children. She was a truly "gentle" woman. We have all been blessed having Betty in our lives.
Susan and Roger Smith
September 17, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Colleen and family. Sending you our love, Roger and Susan
Brian Lewis and family
September 17, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of grief. May your many happy memories live on in your hearts in the days ahead.
Richard McNamara
September 17, 2007
We send our love and prayers to you and her children. We will remember her in our prayers. We know that she is in a better place where she will not suffer as she has. We will Love and Miss her.
Love Richard & Lutrud
Ami Lanning
September 17, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the entire Fitzpatrick family. Your mother was a wonderful, loving woman who will be missed by all. She raised a beautiful, close and loving family and her spirit will live on through all of you.
Kara
September 17, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Bill Albrecht
September 17, 2007
Mike, Stephen & Kathleen, and the entire Fitzpatrick clan, Joan and I would like to express our most heartfelt sympathy in your loss of Betty. Her time here too short but she can now be without pain and at peace and receive a greater reward. God be with her and all of you.
Donna (Romig) Marley
September 17, 2007
Our deepest condolences to your family.
From,
The Romig Family
Rob (a.k.a., Bobby) Dougherty
September 17, 2007
Colleen and Family:
Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. There is nothing to be said that will make this loss less painful except to say that the legacy of your Mother's life is built upon the solid foundation of her children. Peace to all of you.
Cathy Beller Meinhart
September 17, 2007
Kate:
I was sorry to read about the loss of you mother. I am a fellow '81 graduate of ACCHS. I pray that you and your family will find comfort in your memories of the obviously great life your mother lead.
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