John Joseph "Jack" Fitzpatrick

John Joseph "Jack" Fitzpatrick obituary, Bridgeville, DE

John Joseph "Jack" Fitzpatrick

John Fitzpatrick Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Parsell Funeral Homes-Atkins-Lodge Chapel - Lewes on Jun. 9, 2023.

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John "Jack" Joseph Fitzpatrick age 86 of Lewes, DE passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. He was born on February 17, 1937, in Philadelphia, PA, son of the late Joseph and Ida (Frederickson) Fitzpatrick.
Jack moved to the Washington, DC area at a young age. He attended St. Anthony and Gonzaga High School. Jack was a proud veteran, and honorably served in the army from 1956 to 1959. After his honorable discharge, he attended the University of Maryland, graduating with a business degree. After graduation, Jack worked in the printing industry. For the majority of his career, he worked at Hennage Creative Printers as vice president of sales. Jack's major work was printing for trade associations and his favorite client was based in Bermuda, a place he loved so much and felt like his second home. He was a devout catholic, forever having a rosary in his hand, even until death.Faith was a pillar in his life and he was a member of St. Edmond's catholic church. Jack was active in major organizations such as the Brookland Club, Touchdown Club of DC, Quarterback Club, and Bowie Lions Club. He was a family man and time spent with his family was what he treasured, above all. Loved by many, Jack will be forever missed.
In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his brothers, Joseph (Millie) and Philip. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Karen Fitzpatrick; his sons: Brian, Mark (Nhan); his grandchildren: Joseph and Grace; his grand dog, Lambi; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Delaware Hospice and Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium.
Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Jack's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, www.stjude.org/donate/donate- and Delaware Hospice, https://www.delawarehospice.org/donate/.
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