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John Fitzpatrick Obituary
MILLBURY - John A. Fitzpatrick, 48, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2013 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
John was born in Worcester to James and Judith (Spang) Fitzpatrick. John is survived by his mother Judith, his four brothers, Peter Fitzpatrick and his wife Dion of Sutton, James Fitzpatrick and his wife Jackie of Millbury, Paul Fitzpatrick and his wife Mary of Cumberland, Maine and Matthew Fitzpatrick and significant other Teri Millette of Millbury. John is also survived by seven nieces and nephews, Dana, Sean, Jim, Eric, Rachel Olivia, Damien and Brendan; one great grandniece, Elisabeth. John is recently predeceased by his father James.
John attended Millbury schools, graduating from Millbury Memorial High School in 1983. He attended Worcester State College and Quinsigamond Community College. John was an avid outdoorsman and sports fan who loved to spend time with his friends and brothers fishing, bow hunting, golfing, snowmobiling and watching his favorite teams through all seasons. John was a co-founder and organizer of the Putnam Cup Whiffle Ball Tournament for 25 years. John was the owner of Do It 4 U, a Marine service business that he operated until 2012. John was a loyal friend and hard-working man who will be sorely missed. John's family would like to acknowledge the special care and support that he received from the oncology nurses at St. Vincent's Hospital and the friends who visited him throughout his courageous battle. John is now in a more comfortable place where he is reunited with his father, grandparents and other loved ones.
John's calling hours will be held on Friday, Dec. 6th from 4 to 8 p.m. at Mulhane Home for Funerals, 45 Main St. in Millbury. His Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7th at 11 a.m. in St. Brigid Church, 59 Main St. in Millbury. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name may be made to the VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas St. Worcester, MA 01608.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Fitzpatrick
December 9, 2013
"Fitty" as we knew him, was truly a man who lived life to the fullest. So many fond memories we share and we will miss him dearly. Our condolences to his family and friends. God Bless, Dave and Shari Brown.
Dana Pratt
December 9, 2013
Judy and family,
I am so sorry to have read of the passing of John. Cherish all the memories and hold him close to your heart.
Love Dana and Haley
Linda and Michael Konisky
December 9, 2013
I will never forget the first time I met John at our home when we invited him for a clambake. He passed out " shamrocks" to everyone and I fell in love with his personality right away. . He was the most charming & thoughtful young man I had ever met. Even though my husband & I never met the rest of his family, I feel so sorry for their loss of this wonderful young man. May he rest in peace.
Donna Flannery
December 7, 2013
Judy, I am so sorry to read of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.
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Kristen Cook McCarthy
December 7, 2013
To the Fitzpatrick Family-
Fitty was a beautiful person both inside and out. He was always so much fun to be around and his smile lit up the room.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Rest in peace Fitty.
Dick Mac
December 6, 2013
Gonna miss u Fitty....Now Al & Rich Will have an Ice Fishing Partner.RIP
Kristen McIsaac
December 6, 2013
We are thinking of all of you at this time and send you all hugs. John was a fun and special person, who will be missed by many. Some of our best summers were when the Fitz family was our neighbors. Love you all. Rest in peace John! Kristen and Larry (McIsaac)
December 6, 2013
For u John
Kerri & Bob(Cooch) Callahan-Couture
December 6, 2013
Our Deepest Condolences to the Fitzpatrick Family over the loss of John.He was a sweet & funny with a smile that could make the darkest day seem bright. He will be missed and forever loved by all who knew him. May God bless your family in this difficult time.
Tara Lebel
December 6, 2013
Rest easy now Jon.
Brian Murray
December 5, 2013
Aunt Judy, Peter, Jimmy, Paul, Matthew and all of John's extended family: I just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I will always remember the fun times I had with John, from when we were very young, also going to Florida when we were 14 and seeing each other at clubs and various family gatherings as we grew older. Although I haven't seen him in many years I have always thought of him during that time and I am grateful I had a chance to speak with him a couple of times over the past year. He is definitely in a better place with his Dad and I'm sure he has that unforgettable smile on his face knowing that all will be reunited one day. God Bless all of you and take care.
Rich MacLaren
December 5, 2013
Will miss fid.he was the man..say hello to fellow ice fishrman Polak and Al
Rich MacLaren
December 5, 2013
Will miss fid.he was the man..say hello to fellow ice fishrman Polak and Al
December 5, 2013
To the Fitzpatrick family, My deepest sympathy goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. In deepest sympathy and friendship, Lynne (Aubrey) Kelley
December 5, 2013
Dear Judy and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on John's passing. He endured too much suffering and pain during the past year. We will continue to pray for you and your family.
Love from the
Eckland's
Linda Gagliardi-Ross
December 5, 2013
To Fitzpatric Family
So sorry for your loss; and also most recently your husband/father.
Mike Towle
December 5, 2013
Fitty had an infectious laugh and personality and I had so much fun with him and our friends over the years. To the Fitzpatrick's I hope you are somehow comforted in knowing that he lived life to the fullest.
December 5, 2013
To Fitty's family - his smile was infectious and he enjoyed life to the fullest. I had so much fun with him over the years. God bless.
Mike Towle
Brian Moore
December 5, 2013
Fitzy may you be at peace and in the comfort of God's hands...may your family know how great a bman you are !!
Bob and Joan Bernier
December 5, 2013
Dear Judy and family,
I have no words, only love and prayers to offer you for John.
Anita Kraszeski,RN
December 5, 2013
Judy and family, my thoughts and prayers have been with you all throughout John's journey. I will John's smile and talks we had, I considered him like a friend more than my patient. God bless
Ron Corey
December 5, 2013
Im very happy to have met u good times will always be remembered any friend of Joe Mara is a friend of mine.RIP /JOHN FITZPATRICK/FITTY??
Andrew Simmarano
December 5, 2013
Johnny "Fitty" RIP friend you will be missed thank you for the good times and laughs down at our shops, my heart goes out to your family!
Cheryl Abbruzzese
December 5, 2013
There are no words that will accurately express my sorrow. My heart is with all of you during this time
Fran (Stuart) Boutilier Rivers
December 5, 2013
Another gone too young, too soon. Fitty was a great guy and always had a smile and would always take a minute to say hi. He will be missed by so many. RIP, join your Dad and watch over your family as their newest angel. You may be gone but your memories will last a lifetime...
Paul & Judy Aubrey
December 5, 2013
Judy and family our hearts go out to you all. What a wonderful son you had. God needed him. He will be your angel.
Natalie Young
December 5, 2013
Millbury has lost a brother and a friend.I am deeply sorry for your loss.The Fitzpatrick family has had a tough year.You have all your memories that I hope will make this time alittle easier.Remember that John touched many lives and he was a good man.My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sure Jim was there to take him on his journey.and there is some solace that he is with him.
December 5, 2013
The Economou Family gives our condolences.. he was a great part of the Blue Jay Family. He will be greatly missed!
kimberly whitney
December 5, 2013
My deepest sympathies, .thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
December 5, 2013
We are all lost today John, saddened by the loss of such a wonderful soul....I met you at 4 years old and have always thought of you as my big brother... you will be missed and my condolences to the entire Fitzpatrick family
Jon-Gary Williams
December 5, 2013
Godspeed Fitty you will be missed. We all had fun and laughter through the years. May those memories comfort your family and friends in this difficult time.
Diane Szymczak
December 5, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. John was truly a great guy and will always be remembered by his smile. RIP Fitzy, you'll never be forgotten.
Ray & Georgina Lamoureux
December 5, 2013
Judy
Georgina and I are sorry to here about John passing. We are thinking about you always.
Ray
Amanda Capuano
December 5, 2013
Our hearts are all broken. You've made such a special mark in everyone's lives around you. Had many great memories with the Fitzpatrick family. Love you all. Most of all Johnny love you and will miss you forever. RIP my friend
Josephine Froio
December 4, 2013
Heaven gained an angel! We will miss Fitty so much. RIP my friend. My sincere sympathy and prayers to the entire Fitzpatrick family.
Julie Bylund Walsh
December 4, 2013
John was an amazing helpful Friend to so many..and I had the biggest crush on John when he worked as a Guard at The Auburn Horgan Ice arena, so many years ago. He had the PERFECT smile and a super personality.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of John's Family and Friends.
Blessings+
Athena D.
December 4, 2013
Snowmobile riding on the lake and the bon fires were great fun. U will be missed by many. God Speed Fitzy RIP with your Dad.
December 4, 2013
You may have left our lives but never our hearts ??
Tina Johnson
December 4, 2013
My most heartfelt sympathies to the Fitzpatrick family.
Debbie Dempsey Sullivan
December 4, 2013
So sorry to hear of Johns passing. Prayers for his family and friends
John Hanlon
December 4, 2013
So sad to lose a great guy...my thoughts and prayers to the Fitzpatrick family...
Ken Bonin
December 4, 2013
John was always a kind hearted guy who love to have fun. I'll never forget John, he will be missed by all his friends. my condolences to the family, so very sorry for your loss.
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