Mary Esther Fitzpatrick

Mary Esther Fitzpatrick obituary, Alsip, IL

Mary Esther Fitzpatrick

Mary Fitzpatrick Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge on Mar. 4, 2026.
Mary Esther Fitzpatrick, nee Laverty, 84; Beloved wife of Edward W. Fitzpatrick; Devoted mother of Colleen (Gary) Leibfried, James Fitzpatrick, and Kathleen (James) D'Andrea; Proud grandmother of Kerry, Riley, Ryan, and Mya; Cherished daughter of the late James and Esther (nee Gorman) Laverty; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Mary Esther taught elementary school at Stony Creek School in Alsip, and at Queen of Martyrs School in Evergreen Park. Visitation Monday 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Tuesday 9:00 a.m. from Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 to St. Catherine of Alexandria Church, 10621 S. Kedvale Ave., Oak Lawn, IL. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Catholic Charities (www.catholiccharities.net) will be appreciated. For Funeral Info: (708) 422-2700 or www.curleyfuneralhome.com.

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March 8, 2026

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March 7, 2026

Mary Jo Luth posted to the memorial.

March 4, 2026

Kathleen Chausse posted to the memorial.

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Sally Blount, President and CEO

March 8, 2026

On behalf of Catholic Charities, I would like to express my sincere condolences on your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that Mary is now at peace.

Mary Jo Luth

March 7, 2026

Sorry I cannot express my condolences in person.
Many fond memories from 79th & Hermitage to the present day.
She was a loving friend and a woman of faith.
I will miss her.
Mary Jo Luth

Kathleen Chausse

March 4, 2026

Ed, Colleen, Jim and Kathleen, Joe and I send our love and sympathy at this very sad time. Mary Esther was very special in many ways. We enjoyed good times, great dinners and lots of laughs. May she now rest in peace with her loving parents and all good friends and family who have gone and met her with special hugs. May your memories give you the joy of having such a close family. May Mary Esther rest in peace.
With love and prayers, Joe and Kathy.

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