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Michele Fitzhenry Obituary
Michele Fitzhenry, a lifetime resident of Middletown, died on Wednesday, March 25, 2009, at O.R.M.C., Horton Campus in Middletown, NY, following a long illness. She was 53.
The daughter of Marjorie Downing and the late Samuel Weeden, she was born April 21, 1955 in Middletown, NY.
She was a 1973 graduate of MHS and received her Master's degree in Healthcare Management. Michele worked as a critical care nurse at Orange Regional Medical Center in Middletown.
In 1994, she wed William J. Fitzhenry in Niagara Falls. She was a member of First Congregational Church, the Middletown BPW and 1199.
"Mikie", as she was affectionately known to her family and friends, was easy to love. She had a bubbly personality and was beautiful on both the inside and out. Her caring, compassionate nature made her well suited as a nurse, and she loved her work. She encouraged and supported everyone she knew, and we will all cherish her memory."
Mikie is survived by her loving husband, William, at home; her mother, Marjorie and sister, Anita Radzinsky, both of Middletown; Aunt Dolores and Uncle Charles Moser of Hannibal, MO; cousin, Carole and her husband, James Olmedo; nephews, Daryl and Jared, and great niece, Kristen.
Visitation hours are from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Friday, March 27, at Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc., 130 Highland Ave., Middletown, NY.
The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, at the funeral home. Deacon Richard Trapani will officiate. Burial will follow in Wallkill Cemetery, Middletown, NY.
Arrangements by Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc.; 845-343-6309 or www.applebee-mcphillips.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michele Fitzhenry
Ellen & Ray Fitzhenry
March 29, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with today and always. Ellen and Ray
Jessica Palmer
March 29, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathy. She will be missed. The McNally, Palmer, Dollaway & Kiernan Families.
March 28, 2009
Dear Marge, Anita & family,
So sorry to read about Mikie on line. I know she was a loving & caring person even
though she was a cousin that I did not know well.
May GOD give you needed strength at this time..
Bob & Anna Lazier Conkling
Crystal River, Fl.
March 27, 2009
Michele- you will be missed by many especially your devoted family-we know that you are no longer suffering and you are free of pain and disabilities...rest well friend...mary
maria whyte
March 27, 2009
Michelle, you will surely be missed by all. Now you are in God's arms. Rest my friend.
Love, Maria
Bonnie J. Cocuzza
March 27, 2009
Michele was my devoted friend who always lifted me when I was down with kind words, a hug or her jokes.
We have lost her physical presence in our lives but she is now a star in heaven shining brightly down on us.
She is free of pain and for that I am grateful.
"Mish" will remain in my heart forever.
Charlie-Dottie Weeden
March 26, 2009
Marge and family... was so sorry to read on line of the passing of Michelle. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very trying time.May God Bless and sustain you through all of your sorrow & pain. Michelle was a wonderful caring nurse and will not be forgotten by the many patients she looked after, and the people she worked with.
Regards, Cousins
Theresa Cassidy
March 26, 2009
I worked with Michele back it the late 1980's. What I remember most was how deeply she cared for her patients. She was a pleasure to work with. She gave me a wonderful pasta bowl that I still have and use. May she rest in peace, sending my sincerest condolences to her loved ones.
joe/diane fournier
March 26, 2009
seems like yesterday you were a neighbor and friend, we have been gone a long time but sure miss you
March 26, 2009
My thoughts & prayers are with the whole family. You know she loved you so much fitzy, the love of her life. Michele had a very kind heart and was truly a wonderful person.
Eileen Phillips
Margo and Dan Faulkner
March 26, 2009
Jim, Michele will always hold a special place in my heart and I will certainly miss her. I know you will keep her memory alive. Please know we are always there for you. Love, Margo and Dan
Paul DiMaggio
March 26, 2009
Marge & Bill, My thoughts and prayers are with you both at this time. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
linda marino
March 26, 2009
I have many fond memories of Michele from our days together in "step down".She was a wonderful nurse who touched many lives, and was great fun to work with.She will be missed by everyone.Her husband's devotion to her was unwavering.My thoughts are with her family and friends.
DONNA J. deJONG
March 26, 2009
MARGE, MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AT THIS SPECIAL TIME. YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THERE FOR ME AND I WILL ALWAYS BE THERE FOR YOU. REMEMBER TO LEAN ON THE LORD, HE WILL GET YOU THROUGH THIS TRAGIC TIME. MUCH LOVE, DONNA
DONNA J. HERLING de JONG
March 26, 2009
MIKIE, OH TO BE ABLE TO PLAY ONE MORE MONOPOLY GAME. THAT IS THE FIRST THING WE WILL DO WHEN I AM CALLED TO COME HOME. I WILL MISS YOU DEAR FRIEND, DONNA
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