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2025

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Shirley Fitzpatrick Obituary

Shirley Ann (Silvia) Fitzpatrick entered heaven after a lengthy illness at Williamstown Commons, on Wednesday, May 14th. Born in Adams, MA, on March 2, 1934, she was the daughter of Ernest and Eva (Giroux) Silvia. She was a 1952 graduate of Adams High School. She was employed at the former Sprague Electric and former Adams Supermarket in secretarial positions. She retired from her last employment with Williams College as a Circulation clerk at Sawyer Library in 1998.

She is survived by her daughter Susan Fitzpatrick, (Gary Socha), daughter Ellen (Bob) Morandi, son Michael Fitzpatrick who she lived with, and daughter Laurie Fitzpatrick. She is also survived by her sister-in-law Vera Silvia, and her family, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Shirley's favorite scripture is Hebrews 4:12 "For the word of God is alive and well sharper than a double-edged sword." The family would like to thank the staff at Williamstown Commons for their dedicated service and commitment in bringing her comfort. There are no calling hours. A funeral service will take place at the Christian Assembly Church in Pittsfield, MA. on Thursday May 22, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Bellevue Cemetery, Adams, MA. Memorial donations are suggested for Mission Fund at the church. The Flynn & Dagnoli- Bencivenga Funeral Home, 5 Elm St., Pittsfield, MA are in charge of funeral arrangements. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.

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Published by The Berkshire Eagle on May 17, 2025.

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Terry & Scott

May 18, 2025

Sue & Family, We are sorry to learn of your mom's passing.
It's tough to lose our moms! xo

Ginni Ranzoni

May 18, 2025

We are so sorry for your loss. Aunt Shirley was also our Aunt Shirley through Amy. Though I only ever saw her at family events, it was always such a pleasure. I believe one of the last times we spent with her there she hopped up and cut a rug to the Christmas tunes. It was so lovely. We will all certainly miss her. With Love, Ginni, Cliff & The other Evan S

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