Michael Fitzpatrick

Michael Fitzpatrick passed away unexpectedly on April 26, 2025, in Santa Barbara, California at the age of 66.

The youngest of six children, Michael was born on March 14, 1959, in Stoneham, Massachusetts to the late William V. Fitzpatrick and the late Ethel Mae (Wood) Fitzpatrick of Stoneham, MA. Michael was welcomed at home by siblings Sheila, Rick, Ann, Peter and Amy.

He is remembered with love by Sheila Fitzpatrick and her husband Richard Powell of Santa Monica, CA; Richard Fitzpatrick and his wife Laura of Melrose, MA; Peter Fitzpatrick and his fiancée Erlene of Pasadena, CA; and Amy Fitzpatrick and husband Johann of San Diego, CA. Michael also held a special place in the lives of his nephew Sean Fitzpatrick and his fiancée Kendra of NH; niece Sarah Fitzpatrick of Cambridge, MA; niece Dakota Fitzpatrick Powell of Pacific Palisades, CA; and former spouse Laura Sangas of Carpinteria, CA.

Michael was preceded in death by his sister, Ann E. Fitzpatrick of Wakefield, MA.

A graduate of Stoneham High School, Michael later relocated to Southern California, where he established deep roots. He was a passionate motorcycle and automobile enthusiast who founded a successful autobody business in downtown Santa Barbara. Through his work and interests, Michael formed countless lasting friendships and connections throughout the community.

Michael had a wicked sense of humor and was a big fan of the New England Patriots & the Boston Red Sox. He loved all types of music from serious rock and roll to enjoying a night at the symphony. He read every issue of the New Yorker from cover to cover and knew most of the answers on Jeopardy.

Michael’s love for travel and his adventurous spirit led him to explore destinations around the world, most notably Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Turkey, Japan, Alaska and Newfoundland.

Michael’s life left a lasting impression on many across generations and geographies. May his memory bring comfort to all who knew him. A celebration of life will be held in late July.